Young man standing face on to camera in a hospital hallway
October 2021 - What have we been hearing?
These are the key things we've been hearing about in October - including getting to the GP, making an NHS dentistry appointment, and getting the right care in hospital
19 November 2021
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Two young women with learning disabilities
Luv2MeetU - how do we fill the gaps in support for people with a learning disability?
What has Covid-19 been like for adults with a learning disability? Luv2MeetU's members #SpeakUp to say they need access to clearer information, plus more support to be independent and manage their own health
16 November 2021
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#SpeakUp 2021 - Luv2MeetU
Luv2MeetU is a friendship and dating organisation for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. They provide a range of activities and events that have been requested by members.
16 November 2021
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Young boy sitting on a bench
Asperger's Children and Carers Together - supporting families of children with autism
ACCT used our #SpeakUp grant to talk to the parent-carers of children with autism at their peer support groups. They wanted to find out what was important to them, such as experiences of getting support for their children in school.
5 November 2021
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#SpeakUp 2021 - Asperger's Children and Carers Together (ACCT)
ACCT is a parent and carer-led support group for autistic children and young people and their families in Sheffield. They run social and activity groups for a variety of age groups, as well as regular peer support meetings for parent-carers.
5 November 2021
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Autism Hope - finding the right support for children with autism
Autism Hope used our #SpeakUp grant funding to talk to parents of children with autism - what was their assessment and diagnosis like, where did they find support, and what needs to improve?
3 November 2021
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#SpeakUp 2021 - Autism Hope
Autism Hope are a support group for parents and carers of children with autism. They are based in North Sheffield and meet weekly, providing a space for friendship, understanding and support
3 November 2021
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GP receptionist making a phone call
September 2021 - What have we been hearing?
These are the key things we've been hearing about in September - including accessibility in GP surgeries, and issues finding an NHS dentist appointment.
13 October 2021
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Free event for parents of children with Special Educational Needs
Do you live in Burngreave or the surrounding area? Do you have a child who has or may have special education needs or disabilities (SEND)? We'd like to invite you to our event on Tuesday 28th September
21 September 2021
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Elderly person sitting on a bench with a friend.
August 2021 - What have we been hearing?
These are the key things we've been hearing about in August - including practical issues in hospitals, getting the right mental health care, seeing a dentist, and trouble finding the right information about health and care services.
20 September 2021
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Older couple on the bus
Living with Dementia during Covid-19
South East Sheffield Community Dementia Advice Service used our #SpeakUp grant funding to understand what it's been like for people with dementia, and those who care for them, during the pandemic. What additional support do they need?
7 September 2021
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#SpeakUp 2021 - South East Sheffield Community Dementia Advice Service
The Community Dementia Advice Service in South East Sheffield supports people living with dementia and their families/carers, linking them in with local activities and opportunities.
7 September 2021
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