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Rising costs will soon leave me out of options

Event date: 26 August 2022

One of our supporters told us about the impact the cost of living crisis is having on their life and why they're scared for the future.

Why we need to talk about Noel Gallagher and disabled cats

Event date: 6 July 2022

After Noel Gallagher's comments following Glastonbury, Joshua Reeves tells us why viewing platforms are essential and how Noel's comments should be seen as a hate crime.

COVID helped me build new friendships and try new things

Event date: 15 July 2022

Amber tells us how the pandemic led to her gaining new friendships and building confidence.

My tips for disabled people looking for work

Event date: 1 July 2022

Amber tells us about her experience job hunting and gives her top tips for any disabled person looking for a job.

Working to make commonwealth leaders more inclusive

Event date: 27 June 2022

Kibe is a former 2030 and Counting participant. He told us about his experience campaigning and speaking at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

Seven things everyone should know about Access to Work

Event date: 23 June 2022

Access to Work is the government's best-kept secret. Here are some top tips our disabled staff members who use the grant think you should know.

How technology is giving disabled people new opportunities

Event date: 30 June 2022

Kay Barnes –  Assistive Technologist at our Hill House residential service in Cheshire – shows how technology offers choice and independence, and keeps people in touch.

Missed chance for meaningful social care funding reform

Event date: 15 June 2022

Disabled author Chloe Timms campaigns with us on social care. She explains why the Health and Care Act 2022 is a missed opportunity for social care funding reform.

Disability and food banks: the basic rate of support isn't enough

Event date: 5 July 2022

Rachel Lees from the Trussell Trust speaks to Steve Huxford about his experience using food banks and why we need a strong and stable social security system, not just in national crisis, but every day.

My top tips for a disabled person in their first job

Event date: 8 June 2022

Don't let your disability stop you from doing the things you can.

Amber has autism. She tells us about her work experience and what her top tips are to make your workplace inclusive.

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Leonard Cheshire Disability is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England no: 552847, and a registered charity no: 218186 (England & Wales) and no: SC005117 (Scotland). VAT no: 899322375. Registered office: Regus The News Building 3rd Floor 3 London Bridge Street London SE1 9SG

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