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Make a Difference:Be a Councillor Guide
12 October 2022
What matters to you in your local area? Whatever needs changing, you could be just the person to change it by becoming a local councillor.This brand-new LGA guide has been produced with the help of disabled councillors to encourage disabled people to become councillors and bring new experience into local government.
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World Mental Health Day
10 October 2022
World Mental Health Day is a chance to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to talk about things and get help. Here are a few pointers to tips to improve your mental health and find support.
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SACMHA News
08 October 2022
Set up 30 years ago to meet the needs of members of Sheffield’s African Caribbean Community experiencing mental ill health, SACMHA’s latest newsletter brings into focus some of their key activities, including Man Talk meetings, community outreach and their new digital inclusion project.
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Energy Advice Support
07 October 2022
Do you need some extra support with energy advice? Here’s a round up of what’s available from energy advice services including SCOPE’s Disability Energy Support Service, The Green Doctor and National Energy Action drop ins plus tips from Sheffield City Council and Easy Read information from Speakup Self Advocacy.
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Feed your Family for Less
07 October 2022
Sheffield’s Sweet Enough has produced a new digital booklet which aims to help you eat healthier and squeeze more out of your weekly food budget. At this very worrying time for families, with the cost of living rising and people struggling to make ends meet, you’ll find some tasty, quick and healthy recipe ideas and useful shopping tips to support you in the colder months.
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Autism Post Diagnosis Research Report
06 October 2022
Researchers at Sheffield University have been finding out what support the autistic community wants after getting an autism diagnosis.Their report recommends that emotional and psychological support, person-centred support, practical support, support to understand autism, support with relationships and accessible support delivery are key priorities.
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Lantern Shines Light on New Theatrical Talent
05 October 2022
We are so proud that our very own news volunteer, John Quinn’s playlet, Marks of Respect, is featured in the Lantern Theatre’s New Writing Festival starting from Wednesday October 12th to Saturday 15th John took part in a theatre course for deaf and disabled people earlier this year, organised by Ramps on the Moon and Leeds Playhouse and partly held at The Crucible Theatre
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Black History Month Events
03 October 2022
It’s Black History Month, celebrating the contribution made to Britain by black people in the past and in the present. There are a host of events being held locally in partnership with the African Heritage Culture Forum, which aims to showcase the achievements of Sheffield’s African heritage community.
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IDAS Recruiting Disability Domestic Violence Advisor
03 October 2022
Are you passionate about keeping people safe from abuse and violence? IDAS is recruiting to several roles across Yorkshire, including a Disability IDVA and welcomes people with lived experience of disability to apply. The closing date is Monday 10th October
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Chief Executive, Disability Sheffield
03 October 2022
We are looking to recruit a new Chief Executive to continue to develop Disability Sheffield’s reputation as the leading disabled people’s organisation in Sheffield building on our growth over the last 5 years. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, and we particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability. The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 31st October 2022.
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