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Supporting users looking for work
Last month at the SEND Employers Forum we presented a useful summary of the types of support that SpLinter can offer Learning Disabled people who are looking for work and training. Please find further information below in our presentation.
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Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Awareness Session with DWP
This July the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) are providing a series of sessions which will raise awareness about the Personal Independent Payment (PIP). These sessions highlight the eligibility criteria along with supporting individuals through making their claim which includes the assessment process. Please find further information about these sessions here. If you require…
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Summer Support, Fun Trips & Resources for Northumberland Parent Carers
The Parent Carer Forum are excited to share with you some fantastic news and support that will enable you to make summer a little easier and enjoyable for you and your family. Please have a look below for further information. We have also included further information about the SEND Friendly Summer Holiday Guide (created by…
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Protect Our Benefits – Branches Campaign Toolkit
The National Autistic Society (NAS) have produced a flier latest information about the proposed changes to the benefits. The NAS have also created a Branches Campaign Toolkit which highlights what they plan to do to make a difference. Please find further details below:
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Autism and Mental Health
There is plenty of useful guidance highlighted in this presentation below about Autism and Mental Health. The key points from this PowerPoint are about the importance of sustaining mental wellbeing for Autistic people along with understanding yourself. Please find further details below.
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Free DWP Training in June
If you are looking for support to gain a better understanding of the key benefits and support schemes which are available for disabled people and those with health conditions. This June, The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) are offering a series of free online training sessions, which will provide you with the knowledge about…
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Become a Travel Champion in Northumberland!
There is an exciting new opportunity that has come about for people with learning disabilities…! The organisation Adapt is looking for three enthusiastic individuals to become travel champions in Northumberland. As a Travel Champion you are going to help others grow their knowledge and confidence about traveling independently. This role is part of the Travel…
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SpLinter’s Visit to Border Links
Recently, a group of members from the SpLinter Group travelled up to Berwick to visit the new community hub for Border Links at the Ramparts enterprise park. It was a great opportunity for SpLinter to meet with Melanie Deans who is the director of Border Links, and we used it to discuss with her the…










