Active Independence on national radio!
As a small Disabled persons-led group we were very pleased to have been contacted by Radio 4’s popular Today Programme to take part […]
Category: News
Can quality care be provided in 15 minutes?
Leonard Cheshire has asked this question and written an excellent report which concludes that no, it is not possible to provide any […]
Care funding reform consultation sessions
Age UK and the Department of Health are running two events in London and Leeds to consult older people and carers about […]
2nd Personal Budget Survey Results
In Control have now published the results of the 2nd national survey of people receiving a Personal budget. Below is the press […]
Successful jobsfair!
Active Independence attended a Health and Social Care jobsfair at Doncaster Dome on Wednesday 23rd May. We chatted to lots of people […]
Unison Supports PAs
In recent months we have found ourselves spending more and more time offering support, advice and guidance to PAs on a whole […]
Service User Testimonial
“We are most grateful for your involvement. It is good to know you are there to consult and would recommend Active Independence to […]
Service User Testimonial
“Since the group became involved with my case it has taken a lot of the stress away from me. Up until I […]
Rosie Winterton MP – Statement on Bedroom tax
The Right Hon Rosie Winterton MP has made the following statement in her weekly Parliamentary bulletin: “I know how concerned many constituents […]
Heartfelt and Inspiring – ‘My Life – Part 2’
“This has been on my heart for so long now, and I feel a pull there to make me want to share, […]