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!
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
We are collaborating with Strive to Thrive, a young people’s organisation to share your thoughts and ideas about personal safety and issues for disabled people. The event will take place in MET (large events tents) on Morrisons’ Deepdale car park PR1 6US on Tuesday 18th July 3pm – 5pm (free pizza tea provided). There is…
Hello! It’s almost July, and the weather has been glorious. We hope that you are staying hydrated and that you are all safe and well – if you’re not sure how to, we’ve got a section in the bulletin on how to do that. Over the summer, the whole team at Disability Equality have been…
A selection of photos from our King Charles Coronation celebration event at DENW’s Head Office in Preston.
Our CEO here at DENW, Mel Close, was recently interviewed on The Other Side of Blackpool Podcast – a podcast that shares the lives of local people in Blackpool – this edition entitled “Disabled rights in Blackpool : ’25 years behind’”. 1 in 4 residents in Blackpool say they are disabled, and this podcast gives…
