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DWP easy read guidance on how Carer's Allowance can affect State Pension, Council Tax and benefits

Carer's Allowance is now paid at £69.70 each week

Nottingham Post

Hospitals only note a person's intellectual disability 20% of the time – so they don't adjust their care

People with intellectual disability only have their disability noted by hospital staff in one in every five hospital admissions, our new study shows.

The Conversation

ACT to drop COVID vaccine mandates for teachers, health staff

Vaccine mandates will remain in place for aged care and disability workers in the territory.

The Canberra Times

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'It's shown me how independent I can be' – housing designed for people with disabilities reduces the help needed

The federal government has been warning that the rising cost of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is unsustainable. More than a third of NDIS funding is spent on in-house support provided to 5% of NDIS participants with the highest needs.

The Conversation

DWP issues Carer’s Allowance update on how it can affect State Pension, Council Tax and more

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued updated guidance relating to the Carer's Allowance benefit, which is for people who care for somebody with a disability or health condition

Glasgow Live

New PIP payment rates for this year and all other benefits or discounts successful applicants can access

An award for PIP or the new Adult Disability Payment could lead to benefit top-ups, travel discounts and Council Tax reductions.

Daily Record

DWP shares new guidance on how Carer’s Allowance can affect State Pension, Council Tax and other benefits

The new 'easy read' online guide could encourage more people to claim £69.70 each week.

Daily Record

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New disability payment replacing PIP will open for applications in three council areas next month

Decision making guidance for Adult Disability Payment is now available online.

Daily Record

DWP estimates 900,000 legacy benefit claimants will be worse off when managed migration begins this month

The DWP has calculated 1.4 million households will receive higher payments when they migrate to Universal Credit.

Daily Record

When "Top Chef" lost its sense of taste

Disclosing a disability like Long COVID is a personal choice. It can also have serious consequences at work

Salon

Jimmy Carter and disability rights

In 1977, people with disabilities occupied federal buildings across America. It was the beginning of something big

Salon

On a mission to foster disabled pets

CHENNAI: When Kala Kubendran walked the ramp with her Indies at The Great Indian Dog Show that was held recently, cheers rent the air. For, all the five pooches were rescue animals who also have some sort of disability.

The Times of India

Athletes, advocates call for overhaul of regional train services before 2026 Commonwealth Games

Disability advocates say work to improve accessibility on Victoria's public transport must start immediately if the system is to be ready for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

ABC News

Child benefit, tax credits, grants: All the cash help parents can get and how to claim it

A number of schemes, run through the DWP or HMRC, are in place to help provide financial support to people with children or those about to become parents

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Is the end of Western Australia's mask mandate reason to celebrate or cause for anxiety?

Mark McGowan says it's "unlikely" the mask mandate will be reintroduced but he can't rule it out as peak health bodies warn restrictions may need to be reinstated if there is a spike in hospitalisations. It comes as vulnerable West Australians express their anxiety as masks come off across the…

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Government agency accused of being 'at war with those it should be supporting' as appeals against NDIS cuts spike

There has been a large spike in the number of NDIS participants reporting their plans have been slashed, with many seeking legal help and causing congestion in the appeals system.

Newcastle Herald

Life Without Barriers disputes group home mishandling

Royal Commission to consider 81 findings against Life Without Barriers' management of group homes for people with disability

The Times of India

Here's what parents can learn from Prince Harry's way of discussing disabilities with his son Archie

The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry recently attended the fifth Invictus Games, an adaptive multi-sport event for wounded, injured and ill veteran and active service personnel, held at The Hague, Netherlands.

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Tasmanian artist, author Janelle McMillan on her everyday battle to be understood

I am smart, I love raising money for charity and I have even published a children's book. But I've also been made to feel like a child and patted on the head like a dog. Here's how you can talk to me.

Nottingham Post

DWP Universal Credit warning as 900,000 Brits to be 'worse off' in benefits freeze

2.6 million households will move on to Universal Credit

Daily Record

People living with Multiple Sclerosis facing additional financial, physical and emotional challenges this year

There are over 15,000 people living with MS in Scotland.

Edinburgh Live

DWP PIP worth up to £156 a week can be claimed by those with chronic pain

Many people with chronic pain living in Scotland may be unaware that they could qualify for as much as £156 per week in Personal Independence Payment through the Department for Work and Pensions

Daily Record

DWP shares details on which legacy benefit claimants might see higher or lower payments on Universal Credit

DWP also explains three ways 2.6m people on legacy benefits will migrate to Universal Credit.

The Independent UK

Biden administration adds nine respiratory cancers to list of illnesses linked to burn pits

Veterans suffering from the nine conditions who served in the Gulf War, the Iraq War or the War in Afghanistan will now be given access to VA healthcare and disability claims

Daily Record

Alexander the Great: Talented Lanarkshire para athlete set for Commonwealth Games

Alexander Thomson, who has cerebral palsy and a learning disability, is one to watch in this summer's Birmingham extravaganza.

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