ACL Disability Services

Are you an emerging content maker with disability? Do you have a burning story that you have always wanted to research and explore?

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“His parents discovered the Blade Inclusive Salon, in Lowestoft, Suffolk, which specialises in haircuts for clients with neurodivergent needs….”

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“Communication is a fundamental human right. For many people communication barriers can effect education, employment, healthcare, relationships and participation in community life. Makaton helps to remove these barriers."

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"This all started as a result of me going to Aston Villa's matches, and I was fed up of getting consumed on the platforms by fellow supporters”

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“Paralympian and NHS surgeon John McFall is one step closer to becoming the first physically disabled astronaut to reach orbit.”

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“A Paralympic champion has said plans to fine airlines that fail disabled travellers are a "significant opportunity" to improve flying experiences for wheelchair users.”

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“Knowing that Mason's anxiety about flying might trigger these vocal tics, the family from Essex had proactively contacted the airline the day before to warn staff about what he might say."

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“In Australia, about 446,500 people are living with dementia (with around 29,000 having the younger-onset form), and 1.7 million people are involved in their care, according to Dementia Australia.”

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“New research shows young people who take on care-giving responsibilities are more likely to fall behind in school and experience financial stress, including unemployment and lower superannuation balances as they grow up.”

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“A garden can be more than just a nice space to look at. It can be an immersive sensory experience…. and the more sensory elements like texture, flavour and aroma we can work into a garden, the more accessible it is going to be for lots of different groups.”

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