'59% of people with complex disabilities found it difficult to afford their energy bills'

The next UK Government must introduce a social energy tariff to address this.

sense.org.uk/information-an…

Wow, the Siblings and Young Carers young artists did an amazing job in their online rock painting session! Creating all the designs you can think of, each young artist had the freedom to be as creative as they wanted.

What would you paint on yours?

'For far too long disabled people have been an afterthought.” – Emma

Those with the most complex needs suffer the most from a social care sector in crisis. The next UK government can make a meaningful difference to the lives of millions of disabled people.

Let's make this election count for people with complex disabilities.' - Anna.

With a General Election just announced, we're calling for disabled people to be made a priority by the next government. The daily inequalities and exclusion that disabled people face must be tackled.

Our Sense Visual Arts team @CaitlinSenseArts and Hannah Moreton, is thrilled for our research and development trip to Project Art Works in Hastings! Check out this link to learn more: projectartworks.org/the-programme/

#SenseVisualArts #ArtResearch #CreativeProcess #HastingsArts

If you don’t use sign language and you want to communicate with someone who does, you’re probably going to need the help of a sign language interpreter. We’ve put together our top tips to give you a helping hand.

Do you have any other helpful tips? bit.ly/3WVdj9f

Is there anything the Sense college team won't do to raise funds for the people they support?

On 15 June, staff will be jumping into a dragon boat and battling it out to claim title of Dragon Boat Champions at Edgbaston Reservoir.

Want to support? bit.ly/4bj3MNk

We're thrilled to announce that we're backed by Youth Music to bring music activities to life in Sense services across Birmingham, Loughborough, and South Gloucestershire. Thank you, Youth Music, for helping us to spread joy and creativity through music!

A fantastic moment for everyone involved!

Most people wouldn't expect Hazel, who is blind and living with complex disabilities to enjoy skiing - but she loved the sensory explosion! Read more in our blog: bit.ly/4dDtCNR

A huge thank you to Disability Snowsport UK (DSUK)

#SenseActive #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

In recognition of Sense's work empowering disabled people to express themselves through art, music and dance, our Artistic Director Tanya Rabbe Webber and the arts team were invited to Westminster Palace yesterday for the King's Creative Industries Garden Party! A fantastic day!

Jobcentres are not doing enough to help disabled jobseekers to find work.

Yesterday, Evan, Policy and Public Affairs Advisor at Sense, went to Parliament to tell
Work & Pensions Committee how the Government could tackle the barriers faced by disabled jobseekers and employees.

It's Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) and we understand the need for accessible content.

There are many ways to make sure your content works for everyone! From alt text to subtitles or limiting your use of emojis. bit.ly/3UDIH9k #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay

“64% of disabled teenage girls don't engage in sport or exercise regularly”.

Through #SenseActive work, we know how important physical activity is. This research by Access Sport demonstrates a lack of opportunity for disabled girls to be active. #StandForInclusion

The Work & Pensions Committee is hearing from Sense Policy & Research on disability employment.

You can find out more on our research here: sense.org.uk/information-an…

Karla is mum to Alfie, a happy and sociable boy with complex needs. While taking Alfie to mainstream play settings, Karla has heard judgemental comments that have been difficult to listen to. Find out more in our blog: bit.ly/3WwO7Wc #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek