Leonard Cheshire in Scotland

We are a disability charity and social care provider, empowering people to live, learn and work as independently as they choose.

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

Gov must not U-turn on uprating benefits in line with inflation.

900k #Disabled households on Universal Credit will be at least £385 a year worse off if based on earnings (5.4%) vs Sep CPI (10.1%).

@Jeremy_Hunt must keep his word to prioritise most in need. #CostOfLivingCrisis

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

Change 100, our internship programme for #Disabled graduates, is now open!

We offer paid summer work placements with leading employers in the UK who believe disability isn’t a barrier to a brilliant career.

Find out more (and apply) on our website 👉 https://t.co/ooqrgqSYu6

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

Brilliant to see how @Cuttingedgethea Young Company are using their iPads. Keeping track of progress, memorising choreography and documenting their fantastic work!

Thanks very much for sending over this wonderful video!

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

A huge thank you to @Yorkshire_BS in Inverness for their generous donation for digital equipment, helping disabled adults at our Cheshire House Service to get online.

You can find out more here 👇

https://t.co/zHHJctE4Cj

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

We pay tribute to her amazing support of disabled people throughout the Commonwealth and the world. We mourn with the world at the loss of such an inspirational, caring, and dedicated leader. We send our heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty’s family and friends.

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

We are deeply saddened by the death of our patron, Her Majesty The Queen. Her Majesty’s endless support of many charities, including our own, around the world has been a guiding light.

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

While a temporary freeze on energy bills is a welcome step in the right direction, disabled people are already being pushed into poverty with current bills going through the roof. Read our response to today’s government announcement on energy bills: https://t.co/OdErgPd8ap

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

We've joined over 50 charities calling for @trussliz to #FixThisCrisis by increasing Universal Credit and #Disability benefits to reflect the real cost of living.

Sign our petition: https://t.co/CgFdByXcyv

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

Because of the #CostOfLivingCrisis #Disabled people are choosing between essential things like charging their wheelchair or eating a meal.

As our new PM @trussliz please act quickly so that everyone can keep safe and healthy this winter.

Here's a🧵on how we think you can do it.

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

"Adult Disability Payment is extra money to help you if you have a disability or long-term health condition that affects your everyday life."

If your mobility/daily living are affected by a health condition, you could be eligible. Find out more below 👇

https://t.co/shFhRM9cpn

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

We're still looking for #disabled people to share their experience with #accessible taxis! If you're in Edinburgh, Inverness or the Highlands region, follow the link below and share your story, compensated by a £25 amazon voucher!

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

Last plea from us to help our research on taxi journeys for #Disabled people!

If you have time to share your thoughts on getting #Accessible taxis please sign-up via the link in this tweet.

https://t.co/y5VQzrtZ0N

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

"Adult Disability Payment is extra money to help you if you have a disability or long-term health condition that affects your everyday life."

PIP has been replaced by the Adult Disability Payment - Find out if you're eligible and what this means here 👇

https://t.co/nWIAN2w6MS

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

We are studying accessibility of taxis, and looking to host online focus groups for disabled people to discuss their experiences in Edinburgh, Inverness & the Highlands region.

Participation compensated by a £25 Amazon voucher.

Register here:
https://t.co/hEDYpuRjkH

🚕 💬 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

We'd love to amplify as many #Disabled people as possible this #DisabilityHateCrimeWeek.

If you'd like to share your experience of hate crime, and help call out #Ableist abuse, please email [email protected].

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

Are you worried about being able to use your #BlueBadge on holiday this summer?

Travelling abroad can be a nightmare for so many reasons at the moment. This needs securing ASAP to, in the very least, make parking simple for #Disabled people.
https://t.co/w9nxpBpMgs

[Leonard Cheshire @LeonardCheshire]

We hope you're all safe and as cool as can be!

There's some great tips for managing this extreme hot weather below 👇
https://t.co/CeZRncHQYV

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

Happy 30th birthday, Wardieburn!

Last week, residents and staff at the service in Edinburgh celebrated 30 years of Wardieburn!

The sun was out celebrating with everyone on the patio! 🌞😎

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

Voting closes at the end of this week! If you're in any of the below stores this week, we'd be very grateful if you could ask for a token at checkout and help us ensure people with disabilities can stay connected!

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

Voting is still open in the following stores:

- South Queensferry Superstore
- Davidson's Mains Superstore
- Edinburgh Quensferry Road Express

Please take a moment to give us a token to help ensure people with disabilities can stay connected with friends and family!

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

Another brilliant episode of #BBCAccessAll -
A great podcast about air travel and festivals with a wheelchair, stand up comedy, sight-loss journeys and spies- we highly recommend tuning in!

Transcript available here: https://t.co/vmttzGTTuT

[BBC Access All @BBCAccessAll]

The latest #BBCAccessAll episode is out now

@Martidougan2012 gives his top tips on how to enjoy festivals as a wheelchair-user, Mik Scarlet explains how he broke his leg on a plane and comedian Chris McCausland reveals how he nearly became a blind spy

https://t.co/EDMgBOonrw

[Leonard Cheshire in Scotland @LCinScotland]

@damonrose @BBCAccessAll @Martidougan2012 Thanks for the tip-off Damon. I've just listened and it's another great episode of a brilliant podcast. I'll retweet the original post!