Category: Disabled

The Evans Commission Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Training and Information session

by bettercaretogetherthurrock, posted in Advice/Support, Disabled, Education/Training, News

PATT SENDIASS will be delivering a workshop on behalf of the Thurrock SEND Family Forum, following requests from local parent carers. PATT SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service) provides free, confidential, and impartial advice to families of children and young people with SEND. The Thurrock SEND Family Forum is a parent-led group … Continue reading The Evans Commission Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Training and Information session

The Evans Commission Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Training and Information session

by bettercaretogetherthurrock, posted in Advice/Support, Disabled, Education/Training, News

PATT SENDIASS will be delivering a workshop on behalf of the Thurrock SEND Family Forum, following requests from local parent carers. PATT SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service) provides free, confidential, and impartial advice to families of children and young people with SEND. The Thurrock SEND Family Forum is a parent-led group … Continue reading The Evans Commission Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Training and Information session

Thurrock Frontline: Self-referral to 100s of local services!

by bettercaretogetherthurrock, posted in Adult Care/Support, Advice/Support, Disabled, News

https://videopress.com/v/vRU9J3B7?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Did you know you can easily refer yourself to a wide range of health and wellbeing services in Thurrock? Thurrock Frontline has created a helpful video highlighting the local support available—all free, secure, and easy to access. Watch the video to learn more about what the Thurrock Frontline has to offer and the FREE referrals … Continue reading Thurrock Frontline: Self-referral to 100s of local services!

Come and see CODA Dance Company’s latest exhibition:Beyond the Darkness!

by bettercaretogetherthurrock, posted in Disabled, Events, Get Involved, News, Our Work

"Everyone should see this to understand what it’s like to have MS." Come and experience the work Beyond the Darkness at Thameside Gallery in Grays, available till Monday 28th July. Proudly made in Thurrock, Beyond the Darkness comprises two digital artworks telling the story and visualising some of the symptoms of living with a neuro-disability. Both works are fully … Continue reading Come and see CODA Dance Company’s latest exhibition:Beyond the Darkness!

Participants wanted for research project!

by bettercaretogetherthurrock, posted in Disabled, Get Involved, News

University of Essex are looking for experiences of people with physical disabilities who have received care from UK crisis or inpatient mental health services. "Understanding the lived realities of disabled people accessing mental health services is of high importance, particularly in the context of health inequalities, ableism, and the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, there is … Continue reading Participants wanted for research project!

Learn more about the Shaw Trust – Work and Health Pioneer Programme?

by bettercaretogetherthurrock, posted in Advice/Support, Disabled, News

Shaw Trust have expanded their Work and Health Programme (WHP) offer with ‘WHP Pioneer,’ part of the DWP’s Universal Support employment programme announced in the 2023 Spring Budget to support more people into work.  We will provide economically inactive participants with up to 15 months of support, developing aspirations and moving them into work quickly. … Continue reading Learn more about the Shaw Trust – Work and Health Pioneer Programme?

Autistic fatigue – a guide for parents and carers

by natashacampan, posted in Adult Care/Support, Advice/Support, Disabled

Shared by Nas Thurrock Exhaustion (fatigue) and then burnout can happen to anybody. Being autistic can make fatigue and burnout more likely, due to the pressures of social situations and sensory overload. If your child or the person you care for is experiencing fatigue or burnout, helping them to manage their energy levels is essential, … Continue reading Autistic fatigue – a guide for parents and carers

Community Builder updates: The Snowdon Club

by natashacampan, posted in Community Groups/Halls, Disabled, Events

Last week our Community Builder, Richard met with The Snowdon Club, a Community group for the less abled and their carers that meets every Tuesday. The group has almost reached full capacity, however still has space for an additional 3-5 members. An update and upcoming events from Mick Harris, Chairman of the Snowdon Club "My … Continue reading Community Builder updates: The Snowdon Club

Collect Stamps to raise money for RNIB

by natashacampan, posted in Disabled, Get Involved, News

Thurrock Centre for Independent Living have a collection box for used stamps for RNIB (Royal National Institute of the Blind), making a difference to blind and partially sighted people.  They’re asking residents who receive cards and letters through the post, to save the stamps! By collecting stamps you're helping to break down the barriers that … Continue reading Collect Stamps to raise money for RNIB