Spring Forward: April News & Highlights
The latest news and events from The Disability Resource Centre
Our April newsletter
Here at The Disability Resource Centre, we are welcoming spring with open arms. In this edition of our newsletter, we have compiled the latest news, events, volunteer opportunities, and good news stories to keep you informed and connected as we move into the brighter days ahead.
Lift your spirits this spring: Simple, accessible tips for everyone
Spring brings a time of warmth, inviting us to enjoy the new season blooming around us. For many of us, spring brings opportunities to refresh our routines and find joy in the longer days ahead. However, we recognise that enjoying spring isn’t without its challenges, especially for those with disabilities. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of simple, accessible tips designed to lift your spirits this spring.
Share your story today to help us mark 30 years of The Disability Resource Centre
Share your journey of living with or caring for a person with a disability or long-term health condition. Whether it’s a tale of triumph, a reflection on challenges overcome, or a call for change, your stories are a powerful testament to the journey of the disability community and we would love to support you in sharing them. By sharing your experiences, you can inspire others, raise awareness, and advocate for a better future for disabled people everywhere.
Join our free diabetes support group
Join us every Wednesday in Dunstable from 1:30pm to 2:30pm. We will unwrap the facts and myths (and the do’s and don’ts) about diabetes together in a safe, welcoming environment. You will be able to share experiences, find encouragement, and get the information you need from people who understand.
Temporary pause of Community Central: A note to our valued service users
At The Disability Resource Centre, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible journey of Community Central, a vibrant hub of support, learning, and connection that has enriched over 600 lives. As we prepare for a brief intermission in our activities, we look forward with optimism and excitement for what the future holds.
Volunteering opportunities at The Disability Resource Centre
We are recruiting for a number of volunteers to join our incredible team. We are in an exciting stage of growth and would love to recruit people who are passionate about helping to drive disability awareness. We accept applications from all, so if you think you could be an asset to our team, apply today.
Empowering accessibility: Introducing our ‘Chat and Collect’ service for disability equipment
Our ‘Chat and Collect’ service is tailored to make shopping for mobility equipment and supportive aids easier for you. We understand that leaving the house can be particularly challenging for people with disabilities, which is why we’ve developed a personalised approach that allows you speak with our expert advisors before making the trip to see us.
You could be our charity’s next Trustee
We're looking for new trustees who are keen to use their knowledge and experience to ensure that our charity continues to fulfil its purpose in the years to come. We are encouraging applications from people who understand the community's needs concerning disability. Read full details in our new Trustee Pack which you can download today.
Good news stories in the disability community
From the BBC website:
Blind artist from Somerset exhibits sculpture of guide dog
An artist who is registered blind is exhibiting a sculpture of her guide dog.
Somerset artist Angela Charles has shown her art publicly since 1989 but has gradually lost her sight over the past 13 years. A sculpture of her guide dog Flynn will feature in the Paws on the Wharf art trail in Canary Wharf until 17 May.
From the BBC website:
Former UEA tetraplegic hopes to be first to scale Kilimanjaro
A man who broke his neck playing rugby aged 17 hopes to become the first spinal injury complete tetraplegic to scale Mount Kilimanjaro.
Max Levene said he was having "the best game of my life", when a tackle at a school match changed everything. He has no movement or feeling from the chest down and limited arm movement, but the University of East Anglia (UEA) graduate, now 31, has big ambitions. He hopes to scale Africa's highest peak with the help of friends in September.
Get in touch
Phone: 01582 470 900
Email: info@drcbeds.org.uk