disAbility Cornwall & IoS

12/06/2026

💙 Today, our Learning Disability and Autism Champion, James, is taking part in the Post-16 Inclusion Pathway engagement day at New County Hall in Truro.

James has been sharing his lived experience of Post-16 education and support to help shape an action plan for the future. His insights, alongside those of other young people, families and professionals, will help ensure that future opportunities better reflect the needs and aspirations of young people with SEND.

These collaborative events are part of the next stage of developing an Inclusion Pathway that supports young people with SEND to live full, meaningful lives in their communities, with access to the education, support and opportunities they need to thrive.

A huge thank you to James for representing the voices of young people with learning disabilities and autism and helping to influence positive change. 👏

📅 The next engagement session takes place on Friday 26 June, 10am - 1pm
📍 St Erme Community Centre, Trispen, TR4 9BD

📧 If you would like to attend, please contact:
[email protected]

12/06/2026

Support Needed for Cornwall Powerchair Football Club

Cornwall PFC has been asked to leave its training venue following concerns raised by insurers regarding the charging of powerchair batteries.

While health and safety, risk management and insurance requirements are important, finding solutions that enable disabled people to continue participating in sport is also important.

Powerchair football is one of the very few competitive team sports available to people with severe physical impairments. The specialist equipment required is expensive, difficult to transport and essential for players to take part.

When access to a venue is lost, the impact goes far beyond finding a new storage space.

The club is now urgently looking for a new venue in Cornwall and would love to hear from any schools, leisure centres, community facilities or organisations that may be able to help.

💙 Let's work together to ensure disabled people can continue to access sports and activities.

📧 If you can help, please contact [email protected]

Thank you to Adam McEvoy, Head Coach of the England Powerchair Football Team, for sharing his thoughts and highlighting the wider impact decisions like this can have on disabled athletes and inclusive sport. Cornwall PFC is grateful for his support and for helping to raise awareness of the challenges facing our club and players.

If anyone in Cornwall can help identify a new venue, please contact Annette Lee at [email protected] or Amy Lee-Julian [email protected]. Thank you.

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11/06/2026

We're Hiring: Advocacy and Participation Coordinator 🚨

Are you passionate about disability rights, inclusion and creating meaningful change? The Cornwall Disability Alliance is looking for an Advocacy and Participation Coordinator to help amplify the voices of disabled people across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

💷 £29,667 - £31,046 per year
⏰ 37 hours per week
📍 Based in Hayle and at locations across Cornwall with partner organisations, with flexible and remote working options available

This exciting role will involve:
💙 Leading engagement and co-production activities with disabled people and Alliance members
🗣️ Representing the Cornwall Disability Alliance at meetings, forums and partnership groups
📊 Using evidence and lived experience to influence policy, services and decision-making
🤝 Building relationships with community organisations, public bodies and strategic partners
📣 Developing campaigns, consultation responses and accessible communications to promote inclusion and equality
🌟 Creating more opportunities for disabled people to shape the decisions that affect their lives

We're looking for someone who is passionate about advocacy, community engagement and ensuring disabled people's experiences are at the heart of local services and policies.

📅 Closing date: Friday 26 June

Find out more and apply on our website today:

Join our team as an Advocacy and Participation Coordinator and help ensure disabled people’s voices are heard.

10/06/2026

A brilliant example of the personalised and compassionate support our Humans Cornwall team provides 💙

At times of significant change and loss, having the right support can make a meaningful difference. ✨

The Power of Compassionate Support 🌟

Following the loss of our client's spouse, we provided them with both practical and emotional support.

Prior to the funeral, the client disclosed they had nobody to accompany them and was upset that they had been unable to arrange a haircut. We found a hairdresser the same day who was able to support our client in preparation for the funeral.

On the day of the funeral, staff accompanied the client, supported them throughout the service, and later took them home for tea, cake and an opportunity to talk about their spouse and reminisce.

Longer-term support was then arranged to promote stability and independence, including Meals on Wheels, reinstatement of weekly PA domestic support, a dementia clock, and a long-term four-times-daily package of care.

This case demonstrates the value of person-centred, holistic support. By responding to both practical and emotional needs, coordinated intervention helped the client maintain their dignity, wellbeing, and independence during a time of significant change and loss. 💙

NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

10/06/2026

🎉 GCSE Exams Nearly Over? Time to Celebrate! 🎉

The Alternative Prom is back for Year 11 students who have been home educated or educated outside of mainstream school, including students with SEND, and would like the chance to celebrate the end of their exams with friends and other young people from across Cornwall.

📅 Thursday 25 June
⏰ 7:00pm – 10:00pm
📍 Bodmin Holiday Park

Enjoy an evening of music, food, dancing, and celebrations. It's your chance to get dressed up, make memories, meet other young people and celebrate everything you've achieved this year.

🎟️ Tickets: £25 per person

Support may be available for those where cost may be a barrier.

📧 To book your place, email: [email protected]

You've worked hard for this – now it's time to celebrate! 🎓✨

10/06/2026

Don't Miss Out - Upcoming Drums4Fun CIC Percussion Sessions! 🥁

Drums4Fun's popular percussion sessions for adults with learning disabilities and autistic people are just around the corner.

📍 Probus Village Hall
📅 Wednesday 17 June, 12pm - 1pm

📍 Lanivet Parish Community Centre
📅 Tuesday 23 June, 12pm - 1pm

These fun, inclusive and interactive sessions are a fantastic opportunity to enjoy music, build confidence, express yourself and connect with others through rhythm and percussion.

💷 £17 per person
💙 Carers, support workers and supporting family members attend FREE of charge

🎟️ Book your place today:
📞 07961 716620
📧 [email protected]
👉 Or book via Eventbrite:
Probus: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/drums4fun-cic-probus-percussion-session-mornings-2026-tickets-1921395709289?aff=erellivmlt
Lanivet: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/drums4fun-cic-lanivet-percussion-session-mornings-2026-tickets-1921483672389

Spaces are limited, so don't wait too long to secure your place!

ONLY TWO WEEKS TO GO! until Drums4Fun CIC's next Lanivet Percussion Session Morning for adults with learning difficulties and Autism at Parish Community Centre, Tuesday 23rd June 2026 12-1 p.m. £17 per person, all carers, support workers or supporting family member admitted FREE of charge. Book your session places today! Call 📞: 07961-716620 or Email 📧 [email protected] or via Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/drums4fun-cic-lanivet-percussion-session-mornings-2026-tickets-1921483672389 Don't forget our 'Bring a Friend' Special Offer! 😃

10/06/2026

Citizen Checkers Lived Experience Group 💙

Do you have a learning disability and/or autism? Come along to the Citizen Checkers Lived Experience Group for a chat, a cuppa and the opportunity to share your experiences in a friendly and supportive environment. Running in both Redruth and Liskeard, with upcoming dates below.

📍 Redruth Community Centre, 9A Chapel Street, Redruth, TR15 1AN

⏰ 2pm - 4pm
• 15 July
• 19 August
• 16 September
• 21 October

📍 Liskerrett Community Centre, Varley Lane, Liskeard, PL14 4AP

⏰ 2pm - 4pm
• 13 July
• 10 August
• 14 September
• 12 October

This group provides a safe and welcoming space where people can speak up, share their stories and connect with others who have similar experiences.

☕ Refreshments provided

For more information, contact David:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07480 831276

🌐 www.citizencheckers.co.uk

here's are the dates for the redruth lived experience group. see us and have some fun

09/06/2026

Unpaid Carers & Parents, please complete the survey and ensure your voice is heard.

Government consults on new rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children, including whether paid leave could improve job opportunities.

09/06/2026

Parent Carers Cornwall are hosting another insightful session with Joanna Grace and Tigger Pritchard: Neuroaffirming Advocate, Consultant and Trainer, exploring the topic of autistic friendship and relationships 🤝

📅 26 June, 10:30am – 2:30pm
📍 St Austell Printers Conference Centre
💷 Free to attend (lunch included)

The session will explore topics including:
• How autistic people may play, communicate and socialise differently
• Why friendship can look different for autistic people
• How autistic friendships can be misunderstood
• Risks around unhealthy or abusive relationships
• Different patterns of friendship and social connection

This will be a relaxed "conversation with" event, featuring short presentations followed by opportunities to discuss your own experiences and questions, helping to shape the conversation around the interests and needs of those attending.

📧 To book, contact Kay at [email protected]
👉 Or book online via the Parent Carers Cornwall website: https://parentcarerscornwall.org.uk/upcoming-events/

Joanna Grace and Tigger Pritchard are going to be delivering another session for Parent Carers Cornwall on June 26th.
Booking details on Parent Carers Cornwall website/ events
🔵Autistic people might play differently
🔵Autistic people might communicate differently
🔵Autistic people might socialise differently
🔵So friendship is likely to look different
🔵Autistic friendships can be misunderstood
🔵Autistic people can be at risk of abuse within relationships
🔵Autistic people can want different patterns of relationships with friends
This will be a 'conversation with', there will be short presentations followed by the opportunity to chat about your own experiences, hopefully enabling the day to become bespoke to the needs and interests of the people in the room. 👇🙂

09/06/2026

Our Humans Cornwall team are recruiting Support Brokers to join their growing team 💙

Humans Cornwall focus on practical, personalised support and creative problem solving to help people overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

📍 Hayle, Cornwall (with free parking)
💷 £26,000 per year
⏰ 37 hours per week

This is more than just a support role. As a Support Broker, you’ll work alongside people leaving hospital to help them regain independence, improve wellbeing and access the support, services and community connections they need to live well at home.

If you’re passionate about supporting people and making a difference in Cornwall, find out more and apply via our website: https://disabilitycornwall.org.uk/careers

We’re always looking for passionate, values-driven people to join our amazing team at disAbility Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly.