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As part of the ESRC Festival of Social Sciences, Disability Sheffield’s learning disability self advocacy group Sheffield Voices and the University of Sheffield are hosting an event on 28th October from 3 to 7pm about hospitalisation and delayed discharge of people with learning disabilities and autistic people ,the impact it has on their life and those who care about them.
FULL ARTICLEWe’re building a strong network of disabled people in the city to discuss current issues, influence policy, create connections and learn from one another. It’s an exciting time. Let’s talk about it together. Come along to our Network events in October to connect, chat + change.
FULL ARTICLEAs the cold weather returns, it’s really important to know where to find the latest local and national guidance on support with fuel bills, energy schemes and tips to keep as warm as possible and stay safe and well. Look no further because over the past few weeks we’ve spent time trying to bring all of that information together in our Energy Efficiency Factsheet for you.
FULL ARTICLEWe run drop-in sessions to hear from anyone with a disability who wants to join in and share discussion on accessibility issues and news! Want...
MORE DETAILSWe run drop-in sessions to hear from anyone with a disability who wants to join in and share discussion on accessibility issues and news! Want...
MORE DETAILSSheffield’s Working Jobs Fairs are co-run with Jobcentre Plus South Yorkshire and give visitors a chance to meet local employers and ask about their latest...
MORE DETAILSTo increase knowledge and understanding of the 3 NHS
Cancer Screening Programmes (Bowel, Breast and Cervical) and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) and...
An occupational therapist will demonstrate and try equipment with you at a new independent living clinic that’s just opened its doors at Manor Neighbourhood Centre. That’s just in time for National Occupational Therapy Week ( 4 – 10 November ). ‘The power of occupational therapy – transforming health and social care’ is the title of this year’s campaign.
FULL ARTICLEUnited Response is arranging a series of focus groups during November as part of their research into disability hate crimes on public transport. The Yorkshire focus group will be held on 13th November in York. The deadline to register your interest is Monday 28th October.
FULL ARTICLEYour GP practice has partnered with SignLive to launch a new service from the 25th of October 2024 that helps deaf and hard-of-hearing patients communicate with their practice through a live, on-demand BSL-qualified interpreter. The first time you use SignLive you will need to complete a one-time registration.
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