Somerset Disability Engagement Service

27/10/2022

The Somerset Disability Engagement Service, run by AJM Healthcare, has been working with the Somerset Councils on delivering its engagement and consultation with disabled people for the last two years.

This contract comes to an end on 31st October 2022 and AJM Healthcare has decided to no longer provide this service. Somerset Councils will use this opportunity to review how engagement with the disabled community will be delivered in the current environment.

We would like to thank everybody that has participated in consultation and engagement activities and further information about how to get involved in the future will be shared when it is available.

29/09/2022

Spread Awareness, today is World Heart Day!
There are several ways to join and spread the message.
Check https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day

21/09/2022

September is the Alzheimer's awareness month, and today is the International Alzheimer's day.
Take this opportunity and raise awareness on how to deal with this disease and how to support someone with Alzheimer.
If you need help, support or advice check
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/

21/09/2022

We wish everyone a Peaceful day.

2022 Theme is: End racism. Build peace.

Together we need to build a society where everyone is at peace, happy and safe.

14/09/2022

The Essay, on Radio 3 are featuring sign language all this week. Clearly radio is a strange medium for BSL but on the programme website, they've got each episode signed & subtitled too. Of interest especially to those on their BSL journey to understand some of the history and background of the language and the Deaf community

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001bsbm

14/09/2022

Use the Grants Search tool on our website to find the financial support your disabled child needs to live their best life.

You may be eligible for grants to pay for specialist equipment, therapies, housing adaptations and even holidays with your little one. Try it now 👉 contact.org.uk/grants-search

Not sure what you're after? Download our list of grant-giving charities for more details on what they can help with, eligibility, and how to apply 👉 contact.org.uk/grants

27/07/2022

Somerset county council shared this new consultation, and is looking for comments and opinions of residents and stakeholders on the Council Tax Reduction Scheme being developed for the new Somerset Council.
You will find the consultation link on our website just bellow.
Don't miss out 😉
http://ow.ly/w52m50K5jCR

25/07/2022

In England, approximately one adult in every 100 will live with a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
Today is the awareness day, and we want to share with you where you can find more about this condition.
Click the link below to visit the Rethink Mental Illness website and learn more.
http://ow.ly/n7h350K3lLs

21/07/2022

This event is aimed at families with children aged 5- 14 year old with any physical disabilities, special educational needs or mental health disabilities.
It's wheelchair accessible and with a maximum of 12 participants.
http://ow.ly/eUQ250K1a6S

Make sure to reserve your slot 😉

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20/07/2022

There is still time to join us on our virtual coffee morning!

We will be waiting for you at 11 AM.

Send us an email or a direct message to receive the zoom link.

We will be covering the cost of living crisis in the UK and share details on the coming event in September 😆

19/07/2022

Traveling is crucial for everyone, but going to the toilet during that time can be a nightmare.
Knowing that you can count on a changing places toilet on a trip is a blessing, but we still have a long way to go!
Help us share the .
Together we can improve the future for everyone.

19/07/2022

Today is the
Officially launched in July 2006 it's been achieving amazing results, but it's only the begging!
Help us raise awareness for this project and increase the number of locations with a proper toilet for anyone with a disability.

18/07/2022

Somerset County Council is helping with the cost of living in Somerset.

We had the opportunity to share this with everyone.
Please share it and send it to everyone. You never know who might need this.

Please check the County Council website to see all details and how to apply.

http://ow.ly/IaNz50JYc4Q

14/07/2022

It's happening again!!

Join us on our coffee morning next week, were we will have a discussion about the cost of living and how can we find solutions for this issue!

We will be waiting for you.

Contact us on: somerset@disabilityengagement.services

07/07/2022

Transports are a must!
And nowadays with the cost of living going up, the prices of taxi fares could be changing too!

South Somerset District Council shared their consultation with us, so let's share our opinions with the District Council.

http://ow.ly/p4IM50JQH6P

04/07/2022

Yeovil Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust are coming together to create a new organisation.

They want your opinion on how the local NHS services should focus to bring the two Trusts together and service you in the best way possible.

http://ow.ly/Qx6Y50JNTnG

15/06/2022

Don't miss this opportunity 😀

📣Online Discussion Event for Parents, Carers and Families.

Let us know how you feel about a proposed ‘Family Connections model’ Join teams from Somerset County Council, NHS Clinical Commissioning group and hosted by the Parent Carer Forum as they present information on the new family connections platform.

https://choices.somerset.gov.uk/025/send-news/online-discussion-event-for-parents-carers-and-families/send-news/