Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common type of irregular heartbeat. It can cause a rapid or irregular heartbeat and make your pulse feel uneven. Caring for someone with atrial fibrillation is not easy, but it can be rewarding as well. Read all about the ways to care for someone with arial fibrillation…
Every year, thousands of people in the UK have a stroke. Recovery is different for each person, but with help and support from friends and family as well as specialist services, it’s possible to manage after having a stroke. There are many social activities that can help you get back into your usual routine and meet people who understand what you are going through. Here is some advice on where to find help and support after having a stroke…
If you’re a disabled person you may be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) to help you make adaptations to your home. Read our 10 tips on how to increase your chances of getting approved for a DFG…
Having type 2 diabetes means your body isn’t producing enough insulin (or able to use the insulin that is produced) or can’t respond properly to insulin. Follow these 10 tips for managing this chronic condition effectively.
Housing Benefit helps low-income households with their rent payments. Read our guide to Housing Benefit, Council Tax support, Universal Credit Special Allowance and more…
Read the signs and symptoms of cancer from the NHS website…
Our charity is fully supporting the call for action from many organisations including ACEVO (Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations) for the government to take action in the cost of living crisis…
We are helping to raise awareness of fibromyalgia, an invisible and debilitating chronic condition. If you have fibromyalgia, we have researched and compiled some of the best ways to get help…
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a common condition that affects millions of adults. Read everything you need to know about hypertension. From the risk factors and symptoms to the various treatments available…
Many people with asthma put off their annual asthma review and it’s a mistake. An asthma review is important so you can identify triggers, understand your asthma action plan and learn new ways to control your disease. Read our article if you or your loved ones need a little more convincing…
We have both self-propelling chairs (with large rear wheels) and attendant-controlled chairs (four small wheels, helper to push)…
Read all about claiming PIP in our quick guide. Our charity team can help you fill-in your application form and support you with choosing mobility equipment…
The charity has recently started to receive an increasing number of calls that we consider to be hate crime. We are a hate crime reporting centre and will pass all details to the police.
We fully support the work and recommendations published today (27 July 2022) by The King’s Fund in their wide ranging new report…
Skills for Care has been kindly funding training programmes at The Disability Resource Centre since 2017. Our partnership has enabled over 750 local Personal Assistants in care to learn vital skills…