Bulletin #29
Read or listen to Bulletin #29 from Disability Equality North West. This bulletin covers October until December 2023.
Adult social care workforce survey
Skills for Care (SfC) in partnership with IPSOS and the University of Kent, has launched a survey on behalf of the Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC). It is an important, large-scale survey which will measure the workforce’s experience at work, including quality of work and wellbeing. The data collected through the survey will…
We are recruiting!
We’re delighted to be increasing our teams giving us the opportunity to support more disabled people. Please find below links to all posts. Part time Project Worker (Safety First) – https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/details/12751349 Full time Project Co-ordinator (Safety First) – https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/details/12751371 Part time Specialist Adviser (Deaf and hard of hearing community) – https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/details/12684414 Part time Co-ordinator (Activities , workshops & events for disabled…
Supported Banking – Summer Bulletin
Your summer 2023 update We are thrilled to bring you the latest edition of our bulletin, filled with exciting news, important information about our services, and details of free upcoming events in the local area. In this bulletin New volunteers New Independent Living Advisors Student Medics Hate Crime Awareness week NHS and Social Care Coronavirus…
Three months in pictures
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all volunteers, staff and members of the Disability Equality family for showing support in April’s Easter bonanza, May’s Coronation party and June’s city Mela. They were all a superb success and it is always lovely to see you all!
Transitional Pathways by Brothers of Charity Services
Use the button below to see this leaflet containing information on the Transitional Pathway programmes from Brothers of Charity Services. Further information is available on the Brothers of Charity Services website here: https://brothersofcharity.org.uk/england/ View leaflet
Beat the Heat – Guidance from the UK Health Security Agency
This leaflet from the UK Health Security Agency provides guidance for everyone on how to stay safe during hot weather. June 2023 was the hottest June on record in the United Kingdom, and anyone can become unwell if they get too hot. Additionally, some people are at higher risk of becoming seriously unwell. It is…
Event – Meet The Team
8th August 2023 from 1pm – 3pm at Disability Equality, 103 Church Street, Preston, PR1 3BS EVERYONE IS WELCOME, BRING A FRIEND An opportunity for local disabled people, members, volunteers, trustees and staff to get to know each other better and put a ‘face to the name’. Refreshments will be provided. We are aiming for…
Important-ELI-information
Following a recent query from a personal assistant employer around insurance, it has come to light that any DP employers that require hoisting will need to purchase the Health Policy rather than the standard DP ELI policy. Mark Bates have advised that employees who are undertaking this task will not be covered under standard ELI…
Summer Social
You are invited to our ‘Summer Social’ on Thursday 20th July 7pm – 10pm at Meadow Street Labour Club 193-195 North Rd, Preston PR1 1YQ FREE light refreshments and entertainment available – bring your own backing track on a USB if you want to perform. Fun, raffle and sur prizes Contact safetyfirst@disability-equality.org.uk or ring 01772…
