Insights Network: Discharge from hospital

People First are supporting the Insights Network, which is a new project, to hear your views. In our first piece of work, we want to hear from autistic people, people with…

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Reflection into action: A personal note from David Blacklock, CEO

This Learning Disability week, I’ve seen something powerful, and I hope you have too; people with learning disabilities, their families and allies standing up and saying together…

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Launching our new Inclusive Design service

Have you ever received a letter from the bank or a lawyer that left you confused? Or tried to follow instructions for a device or process that just didn’t make sense? Remember how…

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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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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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The Power of Community

This years Mental Health Awareness Week focuses on the power of community. For many people mental health challenges can be isolating, whether due to stigma, lack of resources, or…

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