In this issue, you will find details on an upcoming event, our latest news and media coverage, some interesting information on services that can help you, and how you can get in touch with us for help and support. |
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A Message from our CEO After a long winter of working mainly remotely, we are excited to have the opportunity to meet some of you face-to-face at the RISE Expo event. Disability Assist's staff are available to help you with any individual concerns you may have and I welcome your thoughts on wider issues that affect disabled residents in Kent. So please do come and find us on Stand 95 if you are attending the event and we look forward to seeing you there! |
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Come and see us at RISE Expo |
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Disability Assist will have a stand at the upcoming RISE Expo event so you will have the opportunity to speak to us in person. The event is on Wednesday 22nd June and you can find further information and register for free tickets by clicking the logo below. We would love to see you there! |
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The next Physical Disability Forum will also be held at the RISE Expo event. This is your opportunity to come and speak to our CEO, Sophie, who chairs the Forum, about any issues that may be concerning you and which may affect other disabled residents of Kent. Further information about the event can be found by clicking the link below. |
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| | Did you hear Sophie, speaking with BBC Radio Kent’s breakfast show host, Rosemary Main, on Monday 30th May? Sophie shared her views on the challenges that people with long-term health conditions face in accessing a toilet while out and about in the community. You can hear their conversation using the link below. Listen from 2:23:28. | | |
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| | Our Medway Together service is still running so if you are in Medway and have a disability or long-term health condition and would like some help to work out what you want to do next in life, then please get in touch. Read more about how you can make the most of this free service by clicking the link below. | | |
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Did you know that you can get a free Safe and Well Home visit from Kent Fire & Rescue Service (KFRS) if you have a disability or long-term health condition? From fitting smoke alarms to kitchen safety, it can help to make your home a safer place. If your condition affects your mobility, they can also give you advice on evacuation routes and getting additional help in the event of an emergency. More information can be found at https://www.kent.fire-uk.org/long-term-health-conditions or by calling 0800 923 7000. |
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A new website, Kent Connect to Support, has recently launched and will help to find accessible, easy to navigate, interactive information and advice on care and support. It can help you to look after yourself, stay independent and connect with the local community. The website contains useful information and a simple information finder tool if you are unsure where to look for advice regarding care and support. You will see that Disability Assist is also featured on the new site and you can see more details of our services. For further information, visit https://kent.connecttosupport.org |
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