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Learning disabilities and long-term relationships

19th September 2019

In our last blog for Sexual Health Week, we hear from Richard Lawrence, Project Support Assistant and Co-chair of the Relationship and Sex Steering Group at the learning disability charity
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Autism and relationships – a little bit of myth busting

18th September 2019

After focusing yesterday on practical support for disabled people to enable them to have independent, fulfilling relationships, today we are looking at how autistic people could be better included in
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Practical steps to support disabled people to have meaningful relationships

17th September 2019

This week is Sexual Health Week and, with a focus on inclusivity, there has already been much talk about the lack of inclusive relationships and sex education (RSE) in schools
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Could the Motability Scheme help your family?

The Motability Scheme enables disabled people to use their mobility allowance to lease a new car, scooter or powered wheelchair. Here’s how it could benefit you…

Elizabeth and her mum

Take a break. Why respite’s so important

Everybody needs a break from time to time but when you are caring for a disabled child, the reality is breaks can be hard to access. Here’s how Dorset based charity Diverse Abilities can help.

Taking a break and having fun

It’s not just support, it’s happiness

At Walsingham Support, we do things differently. We really take time to get to know the people we support; to identify their needs, to learn about their abilities and aspirations, and to recognise what makes them unique.

Baby with additional needs being kissed by parents
Group chatting