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AJM Healthcare has been re-accredited by the Community Equipment Code of Practice Scheme (CECOPS) for maintaining quality standards.
By the end of 2021, almost 30,000 passenger-facing staff will have undertaken disability awareness and equality training.
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has partnered with Physio First on a new digital resource to support members working in the independent sector.
Customers of home adaptations provided by Handicare Accessibility and its direct-selling division Companion have rated their experience worthy of the highest service standards.
The UK’s Health & Safety Executive has warned that it is stepping up spot checks and inspections of all types of businesses and workplaces during the lockdown.
A survey by the charity shows how 7 in 10 disabled people employed in March (71%) have been impacted by loss of income, furlough, unemployment or other damaging effects as a result of the pandemic.
People are encouraged not to delay making claims as all benefits remain open and telephone and paper based assessments are in place where appropriate.
Commissioned by Leonard Cheshire, 71% of British disabled adults are unlikely to pursue legal action against inaccessible yet vital services.
It has been described as a first-of-its-kind solution being applied with the intention of addressing the COVID-19 situation impacting the world.
