Not charity. Equality: Why real jobs for people with learning disabilities matter

This Learning Disability Week, the theme for Thursday is work. It’s an opportunity to talk about what that really means for people with a learning disability and autistic people;…

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Why the benefits system must change: By Kellie Woodley

Some people with learning disabilities rely on the benefits system for support, stability and independence. But right now, that system feels like anything but supportive. It’s…

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Share and Learn Event: Benefits Now

This Share and Learn Event is all about the planned changes to benefits.  The event will be held on Thursday 12th June, 1pm-3pm at Plungington Community Centre.  Check back here…

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Personal story: ‘I thought I was fine – then everything changed’

Jo’s story of recovery, resilience and the reality of living with Cauda Equina Syndrome The fall that changed everything ‘Jo’ [not their real name] had climbed countless times…

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Volunteers’ Week: Celebrating the Heart of Our Community

This Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to the people who truly bring our mission to life: our volunteers. Across our services and events volunteers show up…

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Healthwatch Lancashire: May 2025 Newsletter

 May has been a month of celebrations🎉 This month, as we continue to visit local communities and gather feedback, we have celebrated 3 years of our amazing Engagement…

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Healthwatch Lancashire: May 2025 Newsletter

 May has been a month of celebrations🎉 This month, as we continue to visit local communities and gather feedback, we have celebrated 3 years of our amazing Engagement…

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Healthwatch Cumberland's May 2025 News

Welcome to our May Newsletter! May has flown by, and we wanted to share what we’ve been up to, including a special visit from the Chair of Healthwatch England! Deaf Awareness…

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Struggling to be understood: Luiz’s fight for NHS translation support

Luiz, a resident of South Cumbria and Sara, his partner, recently spoke to me about Luiz’s experiences of accessing healthcare appointments within the region. Luiz’s main language…

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