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Upcoming Independent Lives training and events

 
22 July: An introduction to equality, diversity & inclusion - Online
22 July: Disability awareness - Online
23 July: Mental capacity - Online
23 July: Moving and handling people (theory and practical) - Worthing, West Sussex
24 July: First aid (theory and practical) - Worthing, West Sussex
25 July: Safeguarding - Online
25 July: Medication awareness levels 1 & 2 - Online
25 July: Challenging behaviour - Online
5 August: An introduction to equality, diversity & inclusion - Online
5 August: Disability awareness - Online
6 August: First aid (theory and practical) - Worthing, West Sussex
7 August: Moving and handling people (theory and practical) - Worthing, West Sussex
7 August: Safeguarding - Online
8 August: Medication awareness levels 1 & 2 - Online
8 August: Mental capacity - Online
9 August: Autism awareness - Online
13 August: First aid (theory and practical) - Crawley Library. Crawley, West Sussex
Cost-of-living research findings

 

After 12-months of work, our research report into the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on disabled people and carers in Sussex is now available. 


This crucial research was led by Independent Lives' community researchers Polly Bishop, Cara Redlich, and Gareth Shephard. They conducted surveys and face-to-face interviews with disabled people and carers across Sussex, with invaluable support from the University of Reading and the Scottish Community Development Centre.


Our comprehensive study, funded by NHS Health Education England, paints a stark picture of the challenges faced by this vulnerable group:

  • Disabled people and carers are forced to make impossible choices between heating, eating, and care
  • Limited options are contributing to feelings of being trapped
  • Many individuals are merely surviving, not thriving
  • The crisis is having a devastating impact on mental health.

Are you struggling with prescription costs?

 

Are you struggling with prescription costs? Our Training and Development Officer, Steph, shares her personal experience with Prescription Prepayment Certificates in our latest news article. Learn how a PPC could save you money and stress. 

Important update on reforms to Personal Independent Payment

 

Despite the recent election and change in government, the consultation on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is still going ahead.

 

Our comms volunteer Sarah has broken down the key proposals in the latest health and disability green paper. Learn how these changes could affect you or your loved ones, and find out how to share your experiences.


Sarah's blog post covers:
✅ Proposed changes to PIP eligibility
✅ Potential reforms to the assessment process
✅ How you can contribute to shaping the future of disability support.

 

⏰ Deadline alert: The consultation closes at 11:59pm on July 22. ⏰


Don't miss this chance to influence policy. Read Sarah's breakdown and find out how to respond to the consultation. Your insights can make a real difference.
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