Local families unite with Mencap Liverpool against big cuts
LIVERPOOL FAMILIES have been finding out how to fight for their rights, thanks to the ‘Big Cuts’ event organised by Mencap Liverpool last Wednesday. More than 75 people who have a learning disability, or who care for someone who does, attended the all-day event where they gained invaluable advice on how to access support, and [...]
Cash boost for disabled youngsters in 2009 budget
According to the Daily Mail, the 2009 budget will see an extra £200 a year for disabled children. This money can be saved in a trust fund for when they become adults. The story reports: Disabled children will get up to £200 a year extra to save for their adult lives. The money will be [...]
