Diary of a Disabled Mum: Out and about
6th July 2023
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As a disabled mum, getting out and about has its challenges but I’m building my independence and confidence.
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Disability & Communication: Some top tips
6th June 2023
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My last couple of blog posts have focused on disability and communication, specifically how people react to my speech impediment. I could tell you countless
Poor disability awareness within NHS – again
24th May 2023
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Several incidents demonstrate a poor disability awareness amongst NHS Staff and a speech therapy student confirms no training is given.
I have Cerebral Palsy – talk to me!
10th May 2023
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Airport assistance staff lacking in disability awareness
Mentoring SEND pupils to raise aspirations
21st March 2023
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I’m using my personal experience of Cerebral Palsy to mentor SEND pupils.
Brilliant start to Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
6th March 2023
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month started well with my first Disability Awareness Assembly.
Cerebral Palsy: An open letter to young people
2nd March 2023
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An encouraging letter to young people with Cerebral Palsy
Diary of a Disabled Mum: Travels & Tantrums
24th January 2023
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There are extra challenges attached to being a disabled parent and there is very little specialist information and support out there for those in my position. I hope by sharing my stories, other disabled parents might not feel alone.
Free Disability Awareness Assemblies
18th January 2023
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This year I’ve decided to offer four schools a free Disability Awareness Assembly during March
Wheelchair Services are still failing disabled people
10th January 2023
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Thirteen years ago, I was working full-time for a small charity in Reading and relying on an electric wheelchair provided by the NHS Wheelchair Services.