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Break or Breakdown?
08 July 2021
This research by Carers UK, published during the recent Carers Week, shows the impact that reduced support from both services and family and friends has had on carers’ health and wellbeing during the pandemic.
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Mencap and Gateway Children's Groups
08 July 2021
Sheffield Mencap and Gateway have a range of new extra-curricular projects for children aged 6 – 16 with learning difficulties/disabilities or autism. There is something for everyone – from drama to fitness to technology.Sessions are best suited to children who can remain in one room for 45 minutes at a time and cost £3 per session.
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Cycling 4 All Update
07 July 2021
Sheffield Cycling 4 All is again riding high running sessions (which you have to pre-book currently ) in Hillsborough Park Monday to Friday and the last Saturday of every month. But their activities will be temporarily suspended due to the Tramlines festival from July 12th to August 3rd. You’re also invited to a presentation to design a mural for their new shipping containers on Wednesday 21st July at 4-5pm.
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Young Carers Activity Fund and E Vouchers
06 July 2021
Do you know any young carers who are isolated and in need of a break? If so, the Young Carers Activity Fund could help.As well as individual and group grants of £300, organisations can also apply for £20 e-vouchers for young carers. Young carers can use the vouchers to buy whatever they like to help relieve some of the boredom and stress of caring.There is no closing date for the vouchers, which will be allocated until the funding is gone.
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Do You Know It's Disability Pride Month?
06 July 2021
We are part way through Disability Pride Month, an international event that in Britain seems to have escaped many people, including disabled people’s, attention although #Disability Pride is gaining momentum on social media. We’ve joined the conversation with regular #DisabilityPrideMonth messages on Twitter. Happy Disability Pride month everyone.
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Worrying about Money?
05 July 2021
Today sees the launch of Sheffield’s new ‘Worrying About Money?’ leaflet to help people experiencing financial insecurity, and those supporting them, to easily identify and access appropriate financial support and advice. By helping people access any existing financial entitlements and advice,the hope is to reduce the need for emergency food aid.
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Thank You Day
29 June 2021
On Sunday 4 July the country is coming together to celebrate Thank You Day, a new national day of recognition, to mark the Covid-19 pandemic.The aim is for as many people as possible to be involved, however they would like, so everyone who deserves it gets a thank you – and the whole of the UK gets together.
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Leisure Time Sessions Returning
29 June 2021
A fun and friendly group which organises leisure events for disabled people has restarted and there are hopes for expansion once Covid-19 regulations loosen up. The ‘Leisure Time’ sessions take place at Concord Sports Centre” on Friday mornings from 10.30-12.30 and costs £3.00 (carers free ).
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Free PPE to Collect
28 June 2021
Anyone providing unpaid care and support to an adult with a disability or long term impairment, including a learning disability and/or autistim, living in a different household, can now obtain free PPE from one of the seven main family centres in the city. The packs contain: face masks, shields, aprons and gloves.This provision is in line with updated government guidance which includes information on washing hands, use of PPE, and respiratory hygiene.
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Emily's A Star Turn In Charity Awards
28 June 2021
We are so proud that our brilliant Chief Executive Officer, Emily Morton, has set a shining example by being recognised as a star in a prestigious charity awards. Emily was chosen as one of the ‘Small Charities Coalition Stars for 2021’ out of 130 nominations to showcase some of the UK’s unsung heroes from small charities, sharing their stories and achievements and raising awareness of the essential work of the UK’s small charity sector.
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