Disability, young people and social justice - with a bit of rural living. Interim CEO @CaudwellYouth | Freelance | @Nutsfordhouse
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Delighted to join @CaudwellYouth as interim CEO this week. It’s been an excellent first week, and I’m looking forward to meeting everyone
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Amanda Batten retweeted
Claiming Disability Living Allowance for your child could make you eligible for more financial support — and even lead to an increase in your other benefits, such as Universal Credit or tax credits.
Here are 8 reasons why you should claim DLA 👇
contact.org.uk/dla-and-other…
Amanda Batten retweeted
Many parent carers claim Universal Credit for years without EVER being told they qualify for extra payments because of their child’s DLA or PIP.
That's why we recommend using the Benefits Calculator to ensure you’re claiming what you are entitled to 👇 contact.org.uk/help-for-fami…
I’m taking a break this summer to set up @NutsfordHouse here on Exmoor. We’re delighted to be running our first writing retreat this September. Please share or, if it’s your sort of thing please come! nutsfordhouse.co.uk/general-…
Amanda Batten retweeted
Contact's Changemakers were featured on @BBCBreakfast this morning to discuss their struggle accessing their disabled child's savings.
If you missed it, you can watch it on iPlayer until tomorrow morning by skipping to 8:13
👉 bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0…
#ChildTrustFund
Fantastic to see this on the front page of @theipaper this morning. Such a huge frustration that this hasn’t been sorted, and all credit to @AndrewofSussex for keeping on keeping on - which is what all good campaigns do…
My p1 story for @theipaper @AndrewofSussex @nigelalanb @OneFamilySocial @uktisa @WildTimothy @LordBlunkett
Amanda Batten retweeted
Gregg Wallace quits BBC series to find the right education for his autistic son. Did you know three out of four parents of disabled or neurodivergent children have had to leave work because of lack of support?
@DCPcampaign #SEND
thesun.co.uk/tv/21767080/gre…
Amanda Batten retweeted
Thank you to all the MPs and staffers who took the time to meet with us at our drop in session this afternoon!
#FailedAndForgotten #LetParentsBeParents @letuslearntoo
ALT A room full of adults (MPs, staffers, DCP members and parent carers listen to a young boy discuss the support he gets at school.
Amanda Batten retweeted
The government’s plan to reform England’s SEND system for disabled children is finally here — but despite its welcome pledge to boost support and cut red tape, we are not confident the #SENDImprovementPlan will deliver the urgent changes our families need: contact.org.uk/about-contact…
Amanda Batten retweeted
Wonderful Thunderer from @samcarlisle on what disabled children and their battle- weary parents need: councils to take accountability. Until the @educationgovuk addresses this things won’t meaningfully change for children with Send.
thetimes.co.uk/article/5b360…
Delighted to be handing over to @annabirdfr to take the wonderful @contactfamilies forward on its next chapter. It’s easier to step down when handing over to someone so good. I’ll be cheering from the sidelines
I couldn’t be more excited to share this news! I’ll be joining @contactfamilies in June as their new CEO. I’ve already been bowled over by the passion and expertise within the Contact family and can’t wait to join the team contact.org.uk/about-contact…
Amanda Batten retweeted
"For not a lot of money, ministers are forcing some families of disabled young people to jump through hoops, that families of more able-bodied youngsters won’t have to."
An incredibly important issue raised by @EdwardJDavey in @theipaper today.
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/…
Great to be at a real life in person conference with parent carer forums in Bristol today
Carolyn Deveney and Tina Emery get the conference underway, explaining that today is a chance to discuss current policy, future policy and influencing. But as it is so long since the last in-person conference there will be the chance to reconnect. #letsparticipate23
Amanda Batten retweeted
This is something I feel very strongly about. Some bespoke equipment is costly for agood reason. But there is also blatant profiteering at the expense of the most vulnerable. It must be called out.
dailymail.co.uk/health/artic…
We are pleased to feature in this article today highlighting the extortionate added costs of living that we face as a family living with disability.
It’s criminal that vulnerable people are a profit making market.
@vivienneparry @KylaHollywood
ALT Image shows a photo of the newspaper article. It can be read using the link in the text. A photo of Shelley’s 9 year old son is featured in the middle of the page. He is sitting in his wheelchair.
Amanda Batten retweeted
Really great this pm to (virtually) take some disabled young people to meet the Secretary of State & the Children's Commissioner. Thanks @GillianKeegan & @Rachel_deSouza for your time; and most of all to Amber, Harshi, Sam & Udi for sharing their experiences & views so eloquently
Amanda Batten retweeted
The wonderful @CarolineKlage from @BoltBurdonKemp is running her THIRD London Marathon for Contact in support of families with disabled children. She raised a huge £5k the first time, so we can't wait to see what she will achieve now!
Come join our team: contact.org.uk/marathon
Amanda Batten retweeted
You have a few days left to apply to be our new Treasurer or chat to us about other volunteer finance roles. Give it a whirl!
.@KIDScharity has provided a range of services nationally for #disabled #children, #youngpeople, and their #families. They are looking for a new #Treasurer and Finance Trustee lnkd.in/drVmStSZ #charityjobs #trustee #children #disability #specialneeds #finance #Governance
Amanda Batten retweeted
If you work with children who struggle with anxiety, join @contactfamilies' online workshop on 23 February to learn practical strategies that will help you and the families you support to better recognise and manage their condition.
Get your ticket 👉 bit.ly/AnxietySENDWorkshop
Hello to brighten your morning I bring you the newest addition to our household… Meet Louis, the best puppy ever (probably) @NutsfordHouse
