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Autism Dialogue 2019 Programme Announced
28 February 2019
Bookings are now open for this year’s programme of Autism Dialogue events. If you are over 18, identify as autistic, or have a family member or friend who does, or if you work in an autism related field such as care or research, then this programme of events may be for you.
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Help Change Attitudes In The Music Industry
27 February 2019
If you’re a musician or DJ with a disability or a long term health condition that impacts on your art but you still have the ambition to focus on your creativity and push it forward to the next level, Attitude Is Everything has set up a project to help break down access barriers in the music industry.Their survey gives you the chance to share your music, join a new artist network, and share your experiences.
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Checking Out City's Home Care Provision
27 February 2019
Healthwatch Sheffield has published the finding of its Home Care Report and if you’d like to be part of the conversation around the findings and the next steps it is still possible to book a place at their Strategic Advisory Group meeting on 13 March from 5 to 6pm.
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Further Reactions to the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill
21 February 2019
Following Disability Sheffield joining over one hundred organisations in signing an open letter to Ministers criticising the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill, more disabled people’s organisations are reacting to the Human Rights outrage.
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Share your Experiences of Accessing Mental Health Services in Sheffield
21 February 2019
Have you had recent experiences of accessing or trying to access Mental Health Services in Sheffield in the last 2 years? If so, you are invited to take part in a survey as part of a call for evidence for the Joint Scrutiny Review of Mental Health Services. This survey closes on 8th March 2019.
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European Network on Independent Living (ENIL)
19 February 2019
There’s more to Europe than Brexit! The European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) is a Europe-wide network offering a forum for all disabled people, independent living organisations and their non-disabled allies on the issues of independent living.
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Sheffield Carers Centre Winter 2019 Newsletter
19 February 2019
Sheffield Carers Centre is a local independent charity offering emotional support, information and help in getting services for all carers in Sheffield. Catch up with all the news in their latest newsletter.
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Rotherham Jobs Fair
19 February 2019
Looking for work? Well there are over 20 employers searching for new staff who will be happy to hear from you. They will be gathering together at Rotherham Jobs Fair, taking place at the Aesseal New York Stadium, Don Street, S60 1AH on Friday 15th March 2019 , from 10am to 1pm.
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Sunflower Lanyards at Sainsbury's Show Hidden Disability
14 February 2019
Sainsbury’s supermarkets are rolling out a scheme designed to enhance the shopping experience for people with hidden disabilities such as autism, dementia, visual or hearing impairment. Shoppers will be able to pick up a sunflower lanyard at participating Sainsbury’s stores, which will act as a discreet sign to alert staff to customers who may need additional help whilst shopping
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Move More Celebrates Inclusive Sport
14 February 2019
Having any type of impairment can make it even more difficult to be physically active. That’s why Move More has organised a special event celebrating inclusive sport on Thursday March 28th at the English Institute of Sport, on Coleridge Road, Sheffield, S9 5DA . People of all ages are welcome and admission is free for anyone with a disability.
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