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That is the question facing the increasing number of people with a learning disability who own a home of their own. But they do not have to lose out, explains Daron Billings...
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Assistive technology can promote independence and improve people's lives as well as save money. What's not to like for people with learning disabilities? asks Sally Gillen…
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The government's proposal to remove the mobility component of disability living allowance (DLA) for people in residential care will hit an estimated 80,000 people, the Disability Alliance has claimed.
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A Manchester-based dance project for people with learning disabilities received some Christmas cheer after being selected to receive a grant from the Big Lottery Fund's Awards for All Programme in December.
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Several museums and art galleries have joined forces in a project detailing changes in perception of, and experiences by, people with learning disabilities.
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Learning disability charity Hft is trialing a new assistive technology device that will help people with learning disabilities live more independently.
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Proposed changes to housing benefit may lead to disabled people having to seek cheaper accommodation away from their support networks, Mencap has claimed.
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A Bradford-based cheerleading group plans to 'Bring It On' when they compete at the World Championships in Disney World, Florida.
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Dimensions, a support provider for adults with autism, has hit out at the guidance for implementing the Autism Strategy.
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Learning disability charities have reacted with concern to the government’s health and social care bill, which paves the way for GPs to commission local health services.
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