Consulting, informing, and educating Devon on disability issues through local experts by experience. A @LivingOptions engagement service. #AccessibilityMatters

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For those who use the #GreatWesternRailway - from this Saturday 8 January, @GWRHelp are introducing a temporary timetable, which will run through to Saturday 15 January. This is a result of #Covid The full list of changes gwr.com/timetables #TrainTimes #GWR
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Do you have Type 2 diabetes? The @NHSDevonCCG would like to hear from you! A short survey has been put together to gather feedback from anyone who has type 2 diabetes. The feedback gathered will help shape the Type 2 Diabetes Education Programme ow.ly/shxT50HnrVv
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2021 was a tough year for everyone and we want you to know that we're always here for you and also let you know about our #MentalHealth drop-in sessions taking place at our Memory Matters Hub this New Year. @plymsocent @plymouthoctopus @marbleslostand1 #support #advice
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DON'T MISS OUT! 🚨 We're running FREE creative masterclasses for anyone aged 15-25 and our competition for the chance to WIN and iPad, your work published and further mentorship CLOSES SOON! Click to get started librariesevolve.org.uk/watch… @ExeterCityofLit @DevonCC @AfricaWritesUK
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
It is important to ventilate your home when you have visitors from outside your household, including family. Letting fresh air into indoor spaces can help remove air that contains virus particles and prevent the spread of tCOVID-19. bit.ly/3pUMMHW
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
All adults can book their COVID-19 booster. If you're 18 or over and had your second dose over two months ago, #GetBoostedNow at nhs.uk/covid-booster.
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
The move will shorten how long people isolate plymouthherald.co.uk/news/uk…
Devon Disability Network retweeted
Face coverings are required to be worn (by those not exempt) in a range of situations, including public transport, shops, and cinema's. Here’s the updated list for where you need to wear your face covering: ow.ly/SzoM50H9wa6 #facecovering #facemasks #covid #omicron #COMF
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
My Care Budget -A blog post on managing personal care budgets independentliving.co.uk/advi…
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
Update about BSL 999 service! Consultation about Ofcom's decision is now open. Want to contribute? See full details below. xitter.cf/SignHealth/status/1468… @LivingOptions @DevonDisability
BSL 999 Update: @Ofcom want your feedback about using ‘Sign Language Interactions’ as the chosen emergency VRS provider. New consultation ends 17 December. More information available here: signhealth.org.uk/campaign/b… #AccessibleInformation #BSL #BSL999 @RNID
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
Hank you everyone at ⁦@NetworkRailLBG⁩ London Bridge - what an inspirational team ! ☂️ Celebrating Neurodiversity - not just about hidden disabilities but also hidden abilities ! ☂️ #Neurodiversity The Neurodiversity Umbrella Project ⁦@Waterloo_TWF⁩ ⁦@TfL⁩
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Thinking about new year resolutions? Volunteer with us! Have fun, keep fit, support other Deaf people! Register now! surveymonkey.co.uk/r/DGAVVOL… #DeafGetActive @LivingOptions @Deafledservices @DeafAcademy @activedevon @AllForActivity @deafsport @DevonDisability
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#HappyMonday #NewWeek How about starting the week by reading our 1st editorial for the new International Journal of #Disability and #SocialJustice?! Whole Journal is online, open access & free to read! 👇 #AcademicChatter #AcademicTwitter #Sociology #lawtwitter #HumanRights
What's this new Journal about? What are its aspirations? What is #SocialJustice & what does it mean to our followers? Some of the points of discussion in the @IntJDSJ's 1st Editorial | by @AngharadBeckett & Anna Lawson #DisabilityTwitter Free 2 read: doi.org/10.13169/intljofdiss…
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#HappyMonday #DisabilityTwitter International Journal of #Disability & #SocialJustice 📢 FIRST ISSUE OUT NOW! Free 2 read: ijdsj.online/current-issue/ With Plain English summaries [Trailer Video Below = no audio; Next Tweet includes Audio Trailer]
Devon Disability Network retweeted
Date for your diary! Next Hands & Boots walk! No need to book, just turn up. Who's interested? Route information: southwestcoastpath.org.uk/wa… #DeafGetActive @LivingOptions @Deafledservices @livewellsw @timetotalkdevon
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
Rose is truly breaking down those barriers and proving you can do anything you want to do!💛 @RoseAylingEllis and @pernicegiovann1 are hoping to make it all the way to the Strictly final!✨
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
On Friday, the college students put up the Christmas tree! It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Deaf Academy 🎅☃️✨
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
Join us this Saturday at Central Plymouth Parkrun! Run, jog, walk, wheel. Pre-run brief 8.45am Meadow Cafe (Central Park). @parkrunUK has BSL videos explaining how it all works: ow.ly/T82a50GPImU #DeafGetActive @LivingOptions @Deafledservices @livewellsw
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
The @royaldeaf roadshow is in Plymouth! Every Friday until 17th December. Why not drop in? youtube.com/watch?v=G8vTTEAL… @LivingOptions @DevonDisability
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Replying to @BDA_Deaf
@BDA_Deaf has BSL resources relating to health and wellbeing; have a look! bda.org.uk/project/healthwel… @LivingOptions @DeafAcademy @DeafUmbrella @Deafledservices @livewellsw
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