22 February 2017
Nick Knowles accompanied Terry Guest as he visits Sheffield Cycling 4 All, Disability Sheffield’s inclusive cycling project, in this recent episode of the long running BBC DIY programme.
FULL ARTICLE21 February 2017
Aiming to understand the different ways hate crime can be reported in Sheffield, identifying things that are working well and any areas where improvements could be made, the Task Group have now drafted their report, which outlines their findings and recommendations.
FULL ARTICLE16 February 2017
Doing Good Business can help unemployed and economically inactive people, aged 25 to 60 ,to make steps towards gaining employment, through one-to-one coaching support which is tailored to suit their lives. Please contact us to find out more.
FULL ARTICLE15 February 2017
The national charity are looking for an outstanding and passionate Chief Executive to drive progress towards their vision of equal participation for all, building their profile and increasing the engagement of their growing membership base.
FULL ARTICLE15 February 2017
Support is offered at respite hubs in venues throughout Sheffield, providing a safe, comfortable and non clinical environment where you can leave the person you care for, for up to 6 hours at a time, so you can have a break, at a cost of £30 per day.
FULL ARTICLE15 February 2017
From 6 April 2017 it will be illegal for taxi drivers to discriminate against wheelchair users. Taxi and private hire vehicle drivers face a fine of up to £1,000 if they refuse to transport wheelchair users or attempt to charge them extra.
FULL ARTICLE15 February 2017
Skills for Care are working with Disability Rights UK and other organisations on a series of leaflets to promote disabled people working in social care.
If you can help please contact them about your experiences of ‘getting into, staying on and getting on.’
15 February 2017
A special piece of artwork and outdoor mural to celebrate the Special Olympics National Games in Sheffield in August 2017 was unveiled on St Valentine’s day in Sheffield City Centre. The final piece of art will be 8 feet tall and 16 feet wide and erected on the hoardings of Sheffield Hallam University – on the current building construction opposite the main train station in the city centre until the end of the Games.
FULL ARTICLE15 February 2017
The new signage recognises and hopes to make people aware that many people who need accessible facilities have ‘hidden disabilities’ like Crohn’s disease, autism, anxiety, and inflammatory bowel disease and can use disabled facilities without facing criticism from other shoppers.
FULL ARTICLE14 February 2017
Are you over 50 and interested in art? Get involved with this friendly group offered by Drink Wise, Age Well,starting on 18th February. Over four free creative sessions you will transform everyday inexpensive items into unique pieces of art.
FULL ARTICLESign up to our latest news on local and national disability related issues and events
Ruth
Andrew Crooks
training feedback
feedback training
Company limited by guarantee registered in Cardiff, Number 4639160 and a registered charity Number 1112712 | Web Design Chesterfield by CNS Media