£20 Million Grant Announced
The government has recently announced £20 million additional funding for the Disabled Facilities Grant in England. The Department for Communities and Local […]
Caring for Our Future Consultation
For the latest update on the Caring for Our Future consultation click on the following link: http://www.dh.gov.uk/health/2011/12/caring-for-our-future-engagement/
Video: The next steps for social care reform
Paul Burstow, Minister for social care, talks about the next steps for social care reform following three months of consultation. Follow the […]
Independent Living Fund to close
Maria Miller MP, Minister for Disabled people announces that the Independent Living Fund will be permanently closed to new applicants. Current ILF […]
2012 Changes to the Motability Scheme
From 1st January 2012 changes will come into force affecting those who purchase a vehicle on the Motability scheme. For more information click […]
Minister for Disabled people announces first round of grants to DPULO’s
“The first awards to support grassroots disability organisations have been announced today by Minister for Disabled People, Maria Miller.” Follow link to […]
Department of Health DVD
Department of Health produces a DVD of personal stories from people involved in the personal health budgets pilot program. Participants describe in […]
The Human Rights Act
We have recently compiled a submission on the current consultation about the Human Rights act. “We urge the commission to do all […]
Safeguarding Training completed
After undertaking a training course in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, the group proudly show their certificates at the recent meeting.
Making it Real – Marking Progress Towards Personalisation
In-Control and Skills For Care welcomes new ‘Making it Real – Marking Progress towards personalisation’. These are a set of statements by Personal Budget […]