Disability Direct

A Centre for Independent Living in Derby.
Providing information, advice & a range of other services to empower disabled people to live independently.

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Get your voice heard by @NHSuk by filling in @mencap_charity new easy-read survey! Answer what questions you like and no personal data is required to get started.

[Mencap @mencap_charity]

🗣️ The NHS Consultation Explained by Mencap's Digital Accessibility Officer, Harry.

We've launched an Easy Read version of the form.

Fill out the Easy Read survey here: https://t.co/kfbhG0Qp81

[Blue Sky Brokers @BlueSkyBrokers]

Our brand new Derbyshire PA Register and Direct Payment Support Service is now live!

If you want to create a profile and get started today, click here: https://t.co/XZGjMtN8xk

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Our Community Support Team are hosting a coffee morning on Tuesday 20th August! If you need help with IT, Information or advice feel free to drop by between 10am and 12pm.

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Are you wanting to get involved with an incredible opportunity? Join Richard Whitehead MBE and Adele Roberts for Run to the Future! Make sure you sign up here: https://t.co/Y4xEo0mN2z

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

1st August marks 31 years of Disability Direct! We are glad to be a champion for disabled people across the nation. Here's to 30 more years of helping with advice, guidance and care!

#access ID: The video shows 31 years of Disability Direct's using pictures both old and new!

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Join our 12-week therapy program and take the first step towards a brighter future! Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance! If you’re interested, please email us at [email protected] with your contact details.

@nimbusdis @DDPayroll

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Want to keep active this summer holiday? Why not try out the activities Derby African- Caribbean Community Initiative (DACCI) have planned!

[Abstract PR @Abstract_pr]

Great to hear @AmoSinghRaju on @BBCLancashire discussing the importantance of @disabilitypride.month and combatting hate crimes against disabled people.
#abstractpr #amorajuofficial #disability #disabilitypride #pride

[Disability Rights UK @DisRightsUK]

🚨BREAKING NEWS
7 days into the new @UKLabour Government & there is STILL no Minister for Disabled people.
We've written @10DowningStreet to urge the PM to make this appointment NOW.
16 million Disabled people let down badly by the previous administration deserve representation👇

[Shaw Trust @ShawTrust]

#DisabilityPower100 alumnus @AmoSinghRaju OBE DL, is to step down from his position of CEO @_DDGroup

Dr Raju has pledged to continue to support the charity though – taking up a role as an ambassador.

He has been a finalist for the #DP100 finalist twice, in 2021 and 2023.

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Its been a while since we've done a #TestimonialTuesday but we have an incredible one for our lovely staff member Leon!

[Dr. Amo Singh Raju OBE @AmoSinghRaju]

Not 1, but 4 interviews tonight's across 22 local @bbcradio stations discussing my thoughts on #DisabilityPrideMonth
@BBCLOCALRADIO @BBC3CR @arzudutta @radioraees @farzana_chaudry

[Dr. Amo Singh Raju OBE @AmoSinghRaju]

Come and see me today at The Birmingham Disability Festival where I will 'become' a book in The Human Library!
@ShaniDhanda @clentonF

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

= INTERVIEWS 10TH JULY!! =

Are you interested in joining us? Well lucky for you our Carer's Champion Role is still open for interviews!

Send your CV over to: [email protected]

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

July is Disability Pride Month!

Disability Pride has evolved from a day of celebration to a month-long event. It originated in the United States to commemorate the passing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act in July 1990.

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Are you wanting to get involved by volunteering? Well Disability Direct have some positions open just for you!

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Are you looking for a Care Card which is fully vetted and verified?

If you are, check out The Blue Sky Social Care Card!: https://t.co/HeZdmRiu7M

[TheBusinessDesk EM @TBDEastMidlands]

CEO of charity to step down after 30 years.
https://t.co/ilH5RFPqEz @_DDGroup

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Get ready for an unforgettable night at The Hideout Big Social Prom. This is our monthly accessible event for people with disabilities aged 18 and over from across Derby and Derbyshire.
Mark your calendars for Monday, July 8th, 2024, and join us for a magical prom experience!

[Disability Direct @_DDGroup]

Do you know about the @AccessCard ?

This incredible resource allows you to easily communicate your access requirements to events and venues, so that the venues can provide accessibility to the needs of their visitors.

Interested? Apply now: https://t.co/rCOxofDs3R