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Disability, Isle of Wight

Disability on the Isle of Wight is covered in detail by News OnTheWight.

Below are article that we’ve published over the years relating to Disability.

21, November 2011·2 min read

FestiviTea Party Returns For Another Year

Members of the Cowes division of the Isle of Wight (IOW) National Autistic Society (NAS) are rolling up their sleeves and baking up a storm in anticipation of their very own cupcake themed FestiviTea party, to raise money for children with autism and their families on the IOW.

10, February 2010·1 min read

Mike Bulpitt, Chief Executive of IWRCC on Budget Presentation (Podcast)

RCC is a central plank of the voluntary sector on the Isle of Wight. Mike talks about his concerns about the potential council cuts.

14, November 2011·2 min read

Hazel Wyld: Open Letter To The Council On Adult Social Care

VB published open letter to the council from VB reader Hazel Wyld regarding adult social care

17, November 2014·1 min read

Are you getting involved in the 1,000 Plus Project?

Joy hopes that the initiative will bring together and celebrate third sector groups that come together on the Isle of Wight.

12, July 2012·1 min read

‘Disabled People Against Cuts’ Campaign Group Starts On The Wight

New group fighting for the rights of disabled people on the Isle of Wight

19, December 2012·1 min read

Have your say on latest Mental Health survey

Deadline for survey is 31 December 2012.

11, February 2016·1 min read

Unlocking the potential of accessible and inclusive tourism

Isle Access is a new, community interest company working to promote the Isle of Wight as a destination that is welcoming to everyone. Tickets are available for the first workshop exploring what accessibility and inclusive environments mean.

St Catherine's residential students and staff

10, May 2023·1 min read

St Catherine’s School: A beacon of excellence in special education on the Isle of Wight

St Catherine's School earns outstanding Ofsted rating for exceptional residential provision

8, August 2013·1 min read

Still time to bid in online auction for Daisy Chains children’s charity

There are 50 great items to bid on in the Funtasia Online Auction, raising money for Island children's charity, Daisy Chains.

Cllr Tony Armstrong, Cllr Anne Bamford, Sarah Baggot, Izzy Taylor and Emily Mann, Adam Tucker, Cllr Frances Turan, Emma Cox, Cllr Christopher Jarman JP with Pickle Ball players

17, May 2024·3 min read

Freshwater Parish Council grants over £250,000 in support of local community centre

Freshwater Parish Council continues substantial support for West Wight Community Centre

disabled access day - boy on bike with mother riding cropped

14, March 2019·1 min read

Try out exciting accessible activities for free at Disabled Access Day

This free event is organised by leading Island charity, Isle Access, featuring a range of exciting activities to try provided by Adventure Activities, Island Riding Centre and Wheels 4 All.

2, November 2011·1 min read

SingAbout Group Hits High Notes With Grant Funding

Good news for local group that helps those with demetia and other age related conditions as grant money boosts what they can offer.

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