disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly

We represent, include, support and empower people living with a long term health condition or disability, their families and carers in Cornwall and the IoS.

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Did you know you can support disAbility Cornwall for free?

See our step-by-step guide on how to use @easyuk to turn your everyday shopping into free donations.

Sign up now & start making a difference! 👇

https://t.co/zA4Zlmp5O9

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Last week, we celebrated Theresa, our amazing Advice Services Manager, who has been with disAbility Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly for an incredible 25 years! 🎉

Thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do for our community! 💙

#25YearsOfService #DisabilitySupport

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Today is World Hearing Day! 🌍👂

In honour of today's event, our Makaton sign of the week is World Hearing Day.

Find out more and take action today: https://t.co/tft4zNHKPq
For local information and advice, visit Hearing Loss Cornwall: https://t.co/SZNo188X7j
#WorldHearingDay

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Living with dementia, or caring for someone who does, can be life-changing. Dementia Together are here to provide the right support at the right time for anyone in Cornwall who is affected.

@MemoryMattersSW @alzheimerssoc @NHSSW

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Did you know you can support disAbility Cornwall for free?

See our step-by-step guide on how to use @easyuk
to turn your everyday shopping into free donations.

Sign up now & start making a difference! 👇

https://t.co/zA4Zlmp5O9

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

📢Today is International Day Of Persons With Disabilities (IDPD).

Disability rights are human rights, now and always. Let’s keep moving forward, together.

Read out statement below:

#disabilityrights #internationaldayofpersonswithdisabilities

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Is it suitable to use the phrase 'Learning Disability'? | The Advocacy Fellows #10

The Advocacy Fellows discuss the use of the language 'learning disability' and whether it is a positive or negative phrase.

👉 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://t.co/APk5FlFS97

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

The Safe Places Scheme | Healthy Cornwall

Discover the Safe Places scheme—a programme designed to empower people with learning disabilities and Autism by supporting their independence.

📹 Watch the video here: https://t.co/ShfJZ84R10

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

✨ Today is the start of Disability History Month | 14th November - 20th December 📢

In solidarity with #DisabilityHistoryMonth, we are happy to announce a joint exhibition hosted by Kresen Kernow. More information can be found here: https://t.co/NgnEKJIHUt

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

We're at Truro Cathedral today at Cornwall Community Foundation 20 years Celebration Event 🎉✨

Our disability information & advice adviser Jerry is here giving out advice and showcasing the wide range of services disAbility Cornwall & IoS offers.

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

✨We're excited to launch a podcast series that dives deep into the lives of carers across Cornwall. Each episode shares the real stories of those who dedicate themselves to caring for loved ones, offering an honest look at all aspects of caring.

🎙️👉 https://t.co/i4URBonqGw

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

This weekend the clocks go back by an hour⌚️

A smoke alarm can give you the vital time you need to get out, stay out and call 999 in a house fire.

Clocks back on October 27th, please take an extra moment to push the button on your alarm to make sure it is working.

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Makaton Sign of the Week | Proud https://t.co/TkDz71FRI8 via @YouTube

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Join our host Anna Lempriere at the Cornwall Memory Cafe Network, and Paul Cadger, Dementia Education Lead for Cornwall, as they share valuable insights and practical advice for carers and people living with dementia.

🔴 Via @YouTube: https://t.co/JPmdwte5AN

#dementiapodcast

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

In this insightful interview with Mid-Cornwall Lifestyles, we delve into the charity's incredible journey, marking 25 years of dedicated service to the community🎉

Watch now via @YouTube: https://t.co/ahgmDNTxtQ

#midcornwalllifestyles #cornwalldisabilityalliance

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Great to see our Business Support Officer Sam sharing her story! #NationalInclusionWeek

[RAFAC Inclusion @rafac_inclusion]

@OC_147 shares her story about making her unit as inclusive as possible...

Proud to share my #ImpactMatters story this #NationalInclusionWeek. 💪📷
@aircadets @SWRegionRAFAC

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

A Visit to Penzance Memory Cafe on #WorldAlzheimersDay ☕✨

Watch now: https://t.co/xIM0FxXbvL

Every year on Sept. 21st, World Alzheimer's Day unites people worldwide in raising awareness and challenging the stigma surrounding Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

HALF TERM Have A Go Days 🏏🏉 Fun activities for children with additional needs or disability & siblings & friends.

Booking is essential! 👉https://t.co/chwIImJp5U

Please fill out the photo consent form if you have not already:👉https://t.co/XMpCHPEZI1

[disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly @CornwallDC]

Adults in Cornwall with Down syndrome are invited to join CDSSG's Local Advisory Group meetings in 2024