New learning disability self advocacy map will help to connect people
In September 2018, Sunderland People First successfully applied to work with a team of academics at the University of Sheffield on a Fellowes project. This work has created an interactive
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Naidex Virtual Webisode – New Date
23rd November 2020Naidex is Europe’s most established event for the independent living and healthcare industries. We remain committed to supporting the independent living and healthcare industries, having recently announced the launch of
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Navigating transition, my account.
16th November 2020In this video, Scott talks about his experiences of navigating transition – what was tricky, what worked and what he’s doing now.
Career advice for your job hunting journey
16th November 2020Eva Harrison from Career Seekers Direct, shares some advice for job seekers.
Star of the airwaves
16th November 2020National Star student, Ben Lloyd turned DJ on a local community radio station to share his love of music. Ben, a student at National Star in Hereford, always fully participates
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National Star College helps student land his dream job
16th November 2020National Star College helped Ed Scipio transform into a confident young man. What’s more, Ed has gone on to secure a job in his hometown. When Ed started as a
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Emily’s story: from college to paid employment…
16th November 2020On completion of her Hospitality programme at Queen Alexandra College (QAC), former residential student, Emily successfully entered paid employment at The Birmingham Repertory Theatre. The College provided the support that
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Your Opportunity: Help for 18-24 Year Olds
16th November 2020Information on Family Fund’s Your Opportunity grant that supports disabled and seriously ill young people aged 18-24 years old who are living at home.
Having Down’s Syndrome should not be a barrier to home ownership
16th November 2020We hear from Ian about his daughter Gayle and how he and his wife have peace of mind knowing she lives near them but independently in her own home.
Case study – student, AG and the Premier Inn app
16th November 2020Case study from Derwen College student AG on how the Premier Inn app enabled him to overcome barriers to achieve paid employment and independent living.
My Ordinary Life
16th November 2020A short film from Raana Salman on what makes an ‘ordinary life’ if you have a learning disability.