Finding an affordable, livable apartment can take some effort. And it can seem even more difficult when you're searching for handicap-accessible apartments. But there's good news.
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New webpage for Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund
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We've launched a new webpage for the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, which will soon open for applications.
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Connecting Care Homes TEC newsletter - Care Inspectorate
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Technology Enabled Care (TEC) has begun issuing a monthly newsletter sharing regular updates on the Digital Care Homes TEC work with care homes and showcasing how digital can enhance the experiences of care home residents.
You can sign up to the newsletter here.
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Our response to the DWP health and disability green paper - Equality and Human Rights Commission
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Earlier this month, we responded to the Department for Work and Pensions green paper on health and disability. In our paper, we recommend that any changes that are made to the health and disability benefits system must uphold the rights of disabled people and help more disabled people to live independently.
This includes recomendations for the Department to improve the social security system, increase opportunities for employment, help more people to lead independent lives, and support UK compliance with its international human rights commitments.
Read our response to the DWP green paper
The above information is from October news from the Equality and Human Rights Commission Thu 28/10/2021
Gender Pay Gap reporting has closed - Equality and Human Rights Commission
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The gender pay gap reporting cycle for this year has now closed. All companies with 250 or more employees were required to report their gender pay gap information by Tuesday 5 October.
Read more: Gender Pay Gap reporting has closed - Equality and Human Rights Commission
UK’s implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) - CEDAW report published
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This month we published a follow-up report on the UK’s implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). You can find out more about CEDAW on our Human Rights Tracker >>
Consultation on our Corporate Plan 2022-2025 - Care Inspectorate
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We have just launched our consultation on our new Corporate Plan, which will cover the three-year period from 2022 – 2025.
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Scotland's social care sector is a £5bn engine of economic growth
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1st October 2021
by Graham Martin
It contributes more than £5.1 billion and supports 300,000 jobs
The positive impact of the social care sector on Scotland’s economy has been revealed in a new report.
It shows that far from being a burden on public finances, the sector contributes more than £5.1 billion Gross Value Added (GVA) to the country’s economy and supports some 300,000 jobs.
Read more: Scotland's social care sector is a £5bn engine of economic growth
Updated evidence of progress on human rights - Equality and Human Rights Commission
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The UK is signed up to seven UN human rights treaties, which set the standard for human rights across the globe. Earlier this month we published updated evidence of action and progress on human rights by the UK and Welsh Governments.
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Transport (Scotland) Act 2019, PART 6
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PART 6
Parking prohibitions
Pavement parking prohibition
PROSPECTIVE
50 Pavement parking prohibition
CyberScotland Bulletin September 2021
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The CyberScotland Bulletin will provide you with information about the latest threats, scams, news and updates covering cyber security and cyber resilience topics. Due to current circumstances and threats emerging as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic we are also circulating information on a much wider range of scams. We hope you continue to benefit from this resource and we ask that you circulate this information to your networks, adapting where you see fit.
Changes to the Highway Code: rules on using motorways
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Changes to the Highway Code: rules on using motorways
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Talking To Children About Cancer - Tips For Parents and Caregivers (mesotheliomahope.com)
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I received an email from a Erin Anderson asking if I would be interested in putting information on how adults can talk to their children about a loved one having cancer.
The website is American based but I still found it of interest so I thought people in Fife, Scotland might also find it of interest. So I have added a link to it on my website.
Below is a copy of the email I received on 02/08/2021 from Erin Anderson.
Read more: Talking To Children About Cancer - Tips For Parents and Caregivers (mesotheliomahope.com)
How Americans with disabilities can cope with the COVID-19 crisis, USA
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I was sent the below link and information from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
The COVID-19 pandemic poses a severe risk to the health and well-being of individuals with disabilities. Here are some tips on how to protect and advocate for yourself during this unprecedented crisis.
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Disability Apartments: Looks and Features You Might Find, USA
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I was sent the below link and information from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
https://www.apartmentguide.com/blog/disability-apartments-looks-features/
Bekah Steenbock
Updated: August 27, 2019
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There’s a misconception that handicap accessibility for apartments is related to ADA compliance. It’s an easy mistake to make; the ADA applies to public buildings, common areas in apartment buildings, and most units in newer apartment complexes. If you’re looking at older buildings, the ADA doesn’t necessarily apply (Learn more here).
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Disability Apartments: Looks and Features You Might Find. USA
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I was sent the below link and information from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
https://www.apartmentguide.com/blog/disability-apartments-looks-features/
There’s a misconception that handicap accessibility for apartments is related to ADA compliance. It’s an easy mistake to make; the ADA applies to public buildings, common areas in apartment buildings, and most units in newer apartment complexes. If you’re looking at older buildings, the ADA doesn’t necessarily apply (Learn more here).
Read more: Disability Apartments: Looks and Features You Might Find. USA
Making special education work for your child during COVID-19. USA
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I was sent the below link and information from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
October 26, 2020
- By: Catherine Ullman Shade, PhD, MEd, ,
- By: Janice Ware, PhD, ,
Even in normal times, parents wrestle with decisions about how best to support their children’s development. Now, however, parents are faced with nearly-unprecedented choices, and problems with no clear solutions: What if in-person schooling is better for emotional health, but remote schooling is better for physical health? How can children foster social skills without typical social interactions? How can parents select among learning environments when all the options have clear downsides?
Read more: Making special education work for your child during COVID-19. USA
Finding an affordable, livable apartment can take some effort. And it can seem even more difficult when you're searching for handicap-accessible apartments. But there's good news. USA
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I was sent the below link and information from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
https://www.rent.com/blog/how-to-find-an-accessible-apartment/
Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder
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Date: February 22, 2019
I was sent the below link and information from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
The below information can also be found at the below web address
https://www.bigrentz.com/blog/sensory-friendly-home-modifications-autism-sensory-processing-disorder
When you have a child or family member on the autism spectrum, creating a safe and functional home environment is an important task. Autism can have a huge impact on an individual’s development, lifestyle, and social connections. People on the spectrum can be particularly sensitive to lights, sounds, and other stimuli. Many crave order and routines to make sense of the world. Safety can be a concern for those who wander, are drawn to water, or are prone to head banging or self injury.
Read more: Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder
Traumatic Experiences from Sesame Street In Communities
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When a child endures a traumatic experience, the whole family feels the impact. But adults hold the power to help lessen its effects. Several factors can change the course of kids’ lives: feeling seen and heard by a caring adult, being patiently taught coping strategies and resilience-building techniques, and being with adults who know about the effects of such experiences. Here are ways to bring these factors to life.
Traumatic Experiences | Sesame Street in Communities
The above information is from Christy Clawson from wondermoms.org sent to me on Sat 12/06/2021
Special Needs Trusts: What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know - USA
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Written by Tony Chiaramonte on 02/15/2021
What is a Special Needs Trust?
A special needs trust (sometimes called a supplemental needs trust) is designed to allow individuals with special needs to access additional funds without risking the loss of their government benefits.
Read more: Special Needs Trusts: What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know - USA
New care home IPC manual launches 24 May 2021 - Care Inspectorate
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The Care Home Infection Prevention and Control Manual will be launched by National Antimicrobial Resistance & Healthcare Associated Infection Scotland (ARHAI) on 24 May 2021.
Read more: New care home IPC manual launches 24 May 2021 - Care Inspectorate
Did you know? - Equality and Human Rights Commission
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We publish all of our consultation responses on our website. We regularly respond to public consultations from the Scottish Government and other public bodies. Here you will find all of the Scottish responses, including our recent submission on the draft regulations for the Adult Disability Payment.
The above information is from a Equality and Human Rights Commission, EHRC Scotland equality law bulletin - May 2021 Thu 20/05/2021
Explainer: pre-employment health questions (Section 60, Equality Act 2010) - EHRC Scotland
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We recently concluded our investigation into a care agency (Elite Careplus Ltd) in which we found the agency acted unlawfully by asking questions about candidates’ health on its job application forms.
Exploring challenges in implementing reasonable adjustments - Equality and Human Rights Commission
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Equinet (the European Network of Equality Bodies) recently published a comprehensive Discussion Paper ‘Reasonable Accommodation for persons with disabilities: Exploring challenges concerning its practical implementation’. The paper, which was partially written by a member of our legal team, serves as a practical guide for equality bodies, lawyers, academics and others working in the field of reasonable accommodation for disabled people.
CARERS WEEK 2021
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I know it seems a bit early but let's start thinking about Carers Week 2021 which is from the 7th to 13th June! This past year has been a different, special, difficult, challenging one and as carers we have been through experiences we had never imagined. As carers we have helped someone to live their life as fully and safely as they can and, in the process, have become less and less visible and supported by society and services. We understand that during lockdown and restrictions the way we had previously been supported was, by necessity, reduced or withdrawn but we are ready for that to change for the better. When things begin to resume, we do not want to remain invisible, we want to be recognised and supported and the work we have done to keep people safe and well acknowledged.
Ensuring people get vital information in a format they can access
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Following judicial review proceedings started by a blind woman and supported by an intervention from us, the Department of Health and Social Care has promised to improve the ways in which it provides information to people who have been asked to shield to protect themselves from coronavirus.
Sarah Leadbetter is registered blind and categorised as clinically extremely vulnerable.
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Whistleblowing about breaches of equality or human rights law
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We found out about the racial discrimination at Pontins because a whistleblower approached us with evidence that the company was breaking equality law. But what is whistleblowing and what protections are there for whistleblowers?
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SELF-REGISTER AS AN UNPAID CARER TO RECEIVE YOUR COVID-19 VACCINE
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Hello
Please find attached a letter sent on behalf of the Scottish Government. You should read the letter carefully as it contains instructions about how to register for your Covid Vaccination.
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My recent experience Buying online on the Matalan website 13/02/2021
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Hi.
I thought that I would do a review of my recent experience Buying online on the Matalan website.
I have been getting emails from Matalan for some time now but haven’t been interested in what they had for sale in them, but on Sat 13/02/2021 I did. They had three shirts on sale at £7.00, £7.00 and £10.00 down from £15.
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Digital Inclusion Connecting Scotland’s Care Homes – has now received 1000 applications
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In November 2020 the Scottish Government committed funding to ensure that all of Scotland’s care homes have access to digital devices, connectivity and support to help their residents enjoy the benefits of online access.
Read more: Digital Inclusion Connecting Scotland’s Care Homes – has now received 1000 applications
- Update on review of Building Better Care Homes guide
- Disclosure Scotland: new digital channel to apply for PVG level disclosures
- Phototrails (Fieldfare Trust) Accessible walks around the world
- Carers Befriending Group
- Pandemic Winter Survival Guide for Families -
- Charities urged to learn more about ways to reduce loneliness in later life
- Charities team up to help homeless dog owners
- This year, within the NHS Fife area eighteen GP Surgeries have moved to a new online Consultation and appointment service.
- Libraries offer loneliness lifeline - Millions of people across the UK have received vital support from their local library during lockdown
- My experience with Fife Dog Rescue and Rehoming, Lochgelly
- Does anyone use Phanak Compilot 11 and Phonak Nathos Auto M hearing aids.
- Fife Mental Health Strategy 2020 to 2024
- Footcare Fife - FVA supports Mental Health Awareness Week 2020
- Supporting people to keep in touch when care homes are not accepting visitors (updated 30 March 2020)
- Fife Voluntary Action and Fife Council have launched a service to help co-ordinate individuals and organisations offering aid and support to vulnerable people in our communities amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Prescription Medicines Delivery Service - for Priority & Vulnerable Patients - (NHS Fife)
- Coronavirus advice for volunteers - George Thomson gives practical guidance on the health and wellbeing of volunteers
- FVA Pandemic webpage - We're here to help third sector organisations, and to work with partners to look at how Fife's communities can be resilient and successful.
- Audible just made hundreds of titles completely free to help during coronavirus crisis
- Older people must be supported through Covid outbreak
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