Consulting, informing, and educating Devon on disability issues through local experts by experience. A @LivingOptions engagement service. #AccessibilityMatters
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12 Jan 2023
Please come and follow our main @LivingOptions Devon profile for the latest news and information. #AccessibilityMatters #LivingOptionsDevon - see you there!
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9 Sep 2022
Living Options Devon is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty the Queen.
She was a constant ambassador for the charity sector and helped to improve the lives of so many.
Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
25 Apr 2022
Are you Deaf or hearing impaired?
Are you feeling really down?
ow.ly/JnqE50IGEHg
Talk to us if you're feeling a bit low, you're feeling really anxious, or you feel sad?
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21 Apr 2022
Neurodivergent? Aged 18 ? Live in Devon?
Your chance to have your voice heard in a non-judgemental setting.
Led by our Autism Community Vaccination Champion. Katherine is Autistic and dyslexic.
Can't come, want to give input? Contact her.
@NHSCharities
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12 Apr 2022
Are you Deaf or hearing impaired?
Are you feeling really down?
ow.ly/JnqE50IGEHg
Talk to us if you're feeling a bit low, you're feeling really anxious, or you feel sad?
#counselling #devon #disability #Deaf
7 Apr 2022
Neurodivergent? Live in Devon? Age 18 ?
Want to discuss barriers to accessing/concerns about the Covid-19 vaccine?
2 focus groups on 28th April.
Unable to attend but want to discuss it with Katherine, our Vaccination Champion for Autistic people? You're welcome to contact her!
25 Jan 2022
Living Options Devon is providing FREE training for personal assistants and individual employers - SIGN UP TODAY
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#freetraining #personalassistants #devon #trainingdevon #carers #skillsforcare
21 Jan 2022
Deaf? Confused about self isolating because you have covid 19? Watch our video in BSL on self isolation
Or contact Kristy.cooper@livingoptions.org
youtu.be/E20Fi2qShlU
#Deaf #CovidBSL #BSL #COMF #CovidIsolation
20 Jan 2022
Deaf? Self isolating or shielding? Want support with your wellbeing or just someone to talk to?
Watch our video in BSL on our Covid 19 help and support
youtu.be/TmuzXxe-4bM
Or contact justine.smyth@livingoptions.org
#BSL #CovidBSL #DeafCounselling @DeafGetActive
20 Jan 2022
Deaf? Watch our video in BSL on how to prevent catching Covid 19 and stop the spread of the virus.
youtu.be/tlKigVBP6_A
You can also contact your Deaf Covid Vaccination Champion Kristy Cooper for help kristy.cooper@livingoptions.org
#covid #BSL #CovidBSL #CovidPrevent
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20 Jan 2022
Deaf? Confused on what to do at Covid Test Centre's?
Follow this link to watch our video in BSL on covid test center's youtu.be/M3YQe-FJtDs
Deaf Covid Vaccination Champion Kristy Cooper for help kristy.cooper@livingoptions.org
#covid #BSL #CovidBSL #CovidTestCentre
15 Jan 2022
Support for victims of crime
Our volunteers give emotional support, information, practical help to deaf and disabled people affected by a crime - Free, confidential service CALL 01392 459222 TEXT 07734 768910 Email info@livingoptions.org​ ow.ly/k0rj50HfvHg
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12 Jan 2022
Keep safe
#COVID isolation may increase domestic abuse, violence, and crime, but help is available - our Victim Support team provide support to disabled and deaf victims of crime and abuse
Call 01392 459222 TEXT 07734 768910 Email info@livingoptions.org​ ow.ly/QSO350Hfuzk
10 Jan 2022
Deafinitely Theatre @DeafinitelyT launch three short films performed in British Sign Language 'Talking Hands' and filmed during the lockdowns of the covid pandemic.
Watch now here: deafinitelytheatre.co.uk/pag…
#BSL #BSLTheatre #DeafinitelyTheatre #TalkingHands
7 Jan 2022
What's new in 2022 - Update from our Deaf Led Services team
- Photography workshop
- Deaf wellbeing focus group
- Covid vaccination support in BSL
- Deaf Job Club
and much more via this link livingoptions.org/devon-deaf…
#BSL #DeafCommunity #CovidVaccination #NHSCharitiesTogether
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Devon Disability Network retweeted
6 Jan 2022
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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Devon Disability Network retweeted
5 Jan 2022
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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Devon Disability Network retweeted
5 Jan 2022
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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Devon Disability Network retweeted
5 Jan 2022
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
5 Jan 2022
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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