Britain faces a housing crisis as its population rapidly ages. This article explores why ageing at home must become a national priority – through future-proofed homes, stronger communities, and urgent policy reform – to ensure dignity, independence, and well-being for older adults.
Trapped By Disability And Domestic Violence: One Woman’s Fight For Freedom And Justice
Trigger warning: A powerful personal account of disability and domestic violence, exposing systemic neglect and calling for urgent reforms to support disabled abuse survivors.
UK Welfare Reforms: How Changes Will Impact Disabled People
The UK government has unveiled the most significant welfare reforms in decades, aiming to tackle economic inactivity and support disabled individuals into work. Read more about how these changes could impact you.
Rising Against The Weight: A Story Of Resilience Amid Chronic Illness And Bureaucratic Struggles
A powerful firsthand account of living with chronic illness, PTSD, and the burden of bureaucracy. This story highlights the invisible struggles of navigating a world that refuses to see those in pain.
Change NHS: Share Your Priorities For The Future Of Healthcare
The NHS is at a critical turning point, facing both challenges and opportunities for change. Through the Change NHS initiative, the public has shared their views on improving healthcare. Now, to help finalise the Plan, the NHS seeks further input on the emerging ideas from engagement so far.
Tiffany Yu: Redefining Disability And Championing Inclusion
We speak to Tiffany Yu, a disability advocate, entrepreneur, and speaker dedicated to reshaping narratives around disability and inclusion.
The National Unpaid Carers Union And Forum: A Lifeline For Unpaid Carers Across The UK
The National Unpaid Carers Union and Forum (NUCUF) is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing a strong, collective voice for unpaid carers across the UK.
Existing, Not Living: My Fight For An Accessible Home
Sepsis survivor and quadruple amputee Kim Smith is on a council waiting list for a wheelchair accessible home in Milton Keynes, ‘making do’ in a home that is not suitable for her needs.
Saving Money As A Disabled Person In The UK: A Comprehensive Guide
Saving money as a disabled person can be challenging. This guide provides practical tips and resources to help disabled individuals in the UK save money.
Why The Assisted Dying Bill Needs To Consider Longer-Term Illnesses
The Assisted Dying Bill is progress, but its six-month limit excludes many. Expanding it to those with incurable conditions could restore dignity and choice.
UK Autumn Budget 2024: Key Announcements For Disability, Healthcare And Special Needs Support
The UK Autumn Budget 2024 has introduced several significant changes and allocations to improve healthcare, disability benefits and support for those with special needs.
UK Government Launches Groundbreaking Initiative To Transform NHS: A 10-Year Vision For Community-Based, Digital And Preventative Healthcare
The UK government has launched the most extensive national conversation about the NHS since its creation, inviting the public, NHS staff and health experts to contribute their ideas on shaping its future.
Reclaiming The Word Crip: Modern TV Shows And Films Embracing Crip In Its Titles
Continuing our Reclaiming The Word Crip series, we list a few modern TV shows and films that embrace the word “crip” in its titles and represent the disability community as positive, powerful, determined change-makers.
Disability And Employment: “I Am Someone Who Wants To Work, Living In A World That Only Cares About Healthy People”
Paisley Smith, who had ambitions to become a police officer, shares her experience of having her dreams crushed due to a debilitating health condition and the barriers of disability and employment.