Independent Living

Tweets from Frances Leckie, editor of the Independent Living website & weekly newsletter

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Accessible transport is not just a logistical detail; it is a powerful enabler of recovery, confidence, and long-term independence. Read more here - https://t.co/R9txRRnKib

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This week's IL newsletter: The Health Bill – The proposed abolition of NHS England is just one part of a major shake-up for health and social care. #HealthBill #NHSEngland #HealthPolicy #SocialCareReform #DHSC #ILnews

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This week's IL newsletter: Digital Carers – More than half of us now help someone navigate the digital world. Who will support those without a digital carer? #DigitalInclusion #DigitalCarers #TechSupport #ConnectedCommunities #CILIP #ILnews

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Recommended Traders — How to Find One You Can Trust. Get the details here - https://t.co/OEAuBPM9jn

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Ahead of Wednesday's IL newsletter: Who will be your digital carer? Millions rely on friends and family as services become increasingly digital only #DigitalExclusion #carer #dementia https://t.co/tWoyhuNfPh

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Tips for managing stress. Learn more about it here - https://t.co/y7I4PZwz5E

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Red Cord Cards making loos safer! Learn more about it here - https://t.co/eJy62QTVqG

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WashPod’s Exceptional Design and Aesthetics Appeals to Businessman with MND. See more here - https://t.co/ZrQqlMEJdG

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Millions of people in the UK are living with an autoimmune disease, yet these conditions remain misunderstood. Learn more about it here - https://t.co/UAz40QpNMU

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Stroke Association highlights missed target for thrombectomy. Know more here - https://t.co/tAnRDXf85d

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New NHS treatment approved for myasthenia gravis. Know more here - https://t.co/506fxEy84G

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This week's IL newsletter: PIP awards lengthened – New rules extending fixed-term #PIP awards may reduce review pressures, but could leave some people waiting longer for reassessments. #PersonalIndependencePayment #BenefitsUpdate #DisabilityNews #ILnews

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This week's IL newsletter: National Walking Month – Forget chasing perfect targets. Small increases in movement can still bring meaningful benefits. #NationalWalkingMonth #MoveMore #HealthyAgeing #EverydayMovement #InclusiveCommunities #ILcommunity

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This week's IL newsletter: Treatment for Duchenne MD – Long-awaited approval means a new #NHSTreatment is now available for eligible children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy #NICEApproval #Givinostat #HealthAndCare #ILnews
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WaterSure overhaul will cap water bills for more disabled households. Know more here - https://t.co/CP7FlCdvnQ

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This week's IL newsletter: Peppermint oil for BP – New #HealthResearch suggests peppermint oil could help support lower blood pressure readings. #BloodPressure #HeartHealth #PreventiveHealth #IndependentLiving #ILcommunity

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Premium mobility with style: Saljol rollators now available from TRP. See more here - https://t.co/cxTLjD8YdZ

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This week's IL newsletter: RECES decoded – A little-known NHS service helping people gain greater independence through #AssistiveTechnology and environmental controls. #EnvironmentalControls #IndependentLivingAtHome #RECES #ILcommunity

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This week's IL newsletter: Tackling Access to Work – Nearly 500 extra staff are being recruited to tackle delays and improve support through #AccessToWork. #DisabilityEmployment #InclusiveWorkplaces #EmploymentSupport #DisabilityNews #ILnews

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WaterSure explained: help with high water bills. Learn more about it here - https://t.co/0VEXqM1VVN