Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust are offering a dedicated quiet COVID-19 vaccination session for people who may need more time for their appointment. Read more
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic the NHS is offering free training and resources to all care workers (including PAs) as a part of the Stop Look Care project. Read more
The Department of Health and Social Care have updated their COVID-19 testing policy for eligible personal assistants in England. Read more
Social care workers who sleep during night shifts are entitled to the national minimum wage only when they are awake and supporting people who require overnight support services. Read more
The Independent Lives hospital discharge service, Home First, has helped over 500 people to get home from hospital since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Read more
Independent Lives is proud to support the #socialcarefuture movement calling on Ministers to break their silence on the future funding of social care. Read more
Young Voices are offering some free, online Easter activities for young people with SEND. Read more
West Sussex residents who have no means to get to their COVID-19 vaccination appointment will be able to book a free return journey to attend. Read more
Take action to tackle loneliness among disabled people and play your part in making society more inclusive. Read more
Scope has launched its Disability Energy Advice Service, which aims to work with disabled people and support them with increased energy costs. Read more
The Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee has launched a new inquiry to investigate how COVID-19 has impacted adult social care sector. Read more
The West Sussex County Council Young Carers team have released new information detailing advice and support available to young carers in the county. Read more
Independent Lives is delighted to announce that we will be restarting our Carers' Respite service, Time out in Adur, on 22nd March. Read more
Paradigm have published a report which draws together the observations and insights of 118 support workers who have been working during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has agreed that all disabled people being assessed for personal independence payment (PIP) will be able to have their face-to-face assessments recorded. Read more
The government have now opened the COVID-19 vaccination programme to those in group 6, which includes adult unpaid carers. Read more
Independent Lives is proud to support the Open Statement from Disabled People's Organisations and Allies. Read more
During the autumn and winter months, the Government has advised everyone in the UK to take a supplement of vitamin D every day to support general health and in particular for bone and muscle health. Read more
Welcome to the February 2021 edition of the Independent Lives Direct Payments newsletter. Read more
The Disability Unit at the Cabinet Office is developing a National Strategy for Disabled People, and they need your help. Read more
Free RESTORE2mini tool Training for Care & Support Workers Read more
You'll now be able to access your support rota online, 24/7. Read more
A small conversation about mental health has the power to make a big difference. Read more
Superstar Arts have released their second free fitness video. Grab some water, clear some space and join in at home! Read more