Aberdeenshire Carers Protest Neurodivergent Service Cuts

Aberdeenshire Carers Protest Neurodivergent Service Cuts

Carers protest cuts impacting support services for neurodivergent people in Aberdeenshire, citing broken rules and a lack of consultation. Aberdeenshire Carers Protest Neurodivergent Service Cuts Groups for people with learning differences speak out. They are upset about cuts to vital support services. Aberdeenshire Council made some big cuts in February. These cuts total £19 million.…

Stockton Volunteer Champion Earns ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Title

Stockton Volunteer Champion Earns ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Title

Larissa Bennett, a Stockton volunteer, wins an award for her work raising ADHD awareness with Healthwatch. Stockton Volunteer Champion Earns ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Title Larissa Bennett, a Stockton volunteer, received an award. It recognized her work raising ADHD awareness. She volunteers for Healthwatch, a local charity. The Catalyst Conference gave her the Volunteer of…

Gateshead Council Prepares Five-Year Autism Support Strategy

Gateshead Council Prepares Five-Year Autism Support Strategy

Gateshead Council is set to approve a five-year autism strategy. It aims to improve support and understanding for autistic individuals. Gateshead Council Prepares Five-Year Autism Support Strategy Hey, I read something interesting. Gateshead councillors will get the autism strategy. This strategy covers the next five years. It focuses on autism support. The plan aims to…