Disability the 'stark' face of England and Wales suicide statistics

Disability organisations shocked by England and Wales suicide figures. Source link

Disability: Doctor felt shunned by hospitals in Wales

Hospitals in Wales “didn’t want to know” about the needs of disabled staff, says Dr Georgie Budd. Source link

Disability and the cost of living: 'It's our son's life'

Six-year-old Cohen survives off the machines in his home and his mum’s energy bills could rise to more than £3,000 a year. Cohen has DiGeorge syndrome and 15q11.2 genetic deletions which means he can’t walk, talk or digest food properly. Lauren, Cohen’s mum said: “The cost of living crisis, for most people, it’s ‘Oh we […]

Government 'consultation' on disability strategy unlawful, High Court rules

But Jean Eveleigh, Victoria Hon, Doug Paulley and Miriam Binder, who has since died, argued while the Work and Pensions Secretary Therese Coffey had consulted with disabled people, she had failed to provide sufficient information on the proposed strategy to allow for meaningful responses. Source link

Sumnacon 2Pcs Colorful Waterproof Adult Bibs – Reusable Dining Clothing Protectors with Crumb Catcher, Decorative Washable Bibs for Adult Women Elderly Patient Disability

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Vive Leg Lifter Strap (44 Inch) – Rigid Foot Loop, Hand Grip for Adult, Senior, Elderly, Handicap, Disability, Pediatrics – Long Band Mobility Aid for Car, Bed, Couch, Hip Replacement, Wheelchair

Price: (as of – Details) Product Description Leg Lifter Strap by Vive Maintaining independence, the Vive leg lifter strap allows weak or injured legs to be safely repositioned. Perfect for those suffering from arthritis or recovering from surgery or injuries, the strap helps to reposition a leg on a wheelchair, on a bed or even […]

Call for urgent action to prevent learning disability deaths

This group is experiencing huge inequalities and often dying from avoidable causes, a report says. Source link

LDS 23.6 * 27.5 INCH Medical Toilet Grab Bar Safety Handicap Bathroom Seat Support Foldable Skid Resistance Toilet Bathroom Bar Bathroom Hand Grips for Disability Aid and Elderly Assistance

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