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Good news for disabled bus pass holders in England! 🚌

From 1 April 2027, time restrictions on disabled concessionary bus passes will be removed. This means eligible disabled people will be able to travel on local buses for free at any time of day, every day.

Currently, passes are generally only valid from 9.30am to 11pm on weekdays, unless a local council offers more generous arrangements.

Removing these restrictions should make it easier for disabled people to travel to work, education, healthcare appointments and social activities, while helping with the cost of everyday travel.

Read more via the link in the comments 👇

If you are disabled, living with a long-term health condition, or you care for someone who is disabled, we would like to hear your views on the Timms Review recommendations.

We especially want to hear from you if you have experience of Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

By joining a Timms Review shaping recommendations workshop, you can help to refine the proposals and inform the Review’s final recommendations.

There are 9 in-person workshops and 6 online workshops running in September and October.

Register your interest by 21 August.

Sign up now: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/timms-review-of-personal-independence-payment-register-your-interest-in-a-shaping-recommendations-workshop on gov.uk to find out more.

📢 Parents & Carers – Your Voice Matters!

What is Preparing for Adulthood (PfA)?

PfA is about helping young people with additional needs and disabilities prepare for the next stage of their lives and move towards greater independence, choice and control.

It looks at important areas such as:
🎓 Education, learning and employment
🏡 Independent living
💬 Being part of the community
❤️ Health and wellbeing
💷 Preparing for adult life and services

Join us for the PfA Parent & Carer Follow-Up Session in Stockport and find out how your feedback from the recent consultation has helped shape the PfA Strategy.

📅 Thursday 17 September 2026
⏰ 10am–11.30am
📍 Alma Lodge Hotel, Stockport

We’re pleased to welcome Ms Amardeep K. Grewal, Assistant Director – Operations, Adult Social Care, Stockport Council, who will hear directly from parents and carers and take part in the discussion.

☕ Refreshments provided.

🎟️ Book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/preparing-for-adulthood-parent-and-carer-follow-up-session-tickets-1992501364217?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come along, share your views and help shape the future of Preparing for Adulthood in Stockport. 💬

Who are Stockport Advocacy 👇🏻

Do you know what advocacy actually means? 👋

Since 2004, Stockport Advocacy has worked across the local community, promoting equality, social inclusion and helping ensure people understand their rights and are involved in decisions affecting their lives.

Advocacy is often misunderstood. It is not about taking over, making choices for someone or deciding what is best. Independent advocacy is about making sure a person has access to information, understands their options and has the opportunity to communicate their own views and wishes.

Over the coming months we’ll be sharing more about advocacy, our work across Stockport and our exciting next chapter 👀

Exciting times for Stockport Advocacy wishing them well in their new home 👇🏻😊

Days out can be expensive, especially when you’re paying for the whole family. But many attractions offer free or discounted admission for carers and essential companions of disabled children and adults.

We’ve put together a handy guide covering attractions across the UK, including:

🎢 Theme parks
🦁 Zoos and wildlife parks
🏰 Historic attractions
🌳 Family days out
🎬 Cinemas
🚂 Heritage railways

We’ve also included information about the evidence you may need.

📌 Save this post for your next family day out, and tag or share it with another family who might find it useful! 📌

Find the full list and links to each attraction’s accessibility information in the comments 👇

Stockport Libraries

Thursday 6th August, 3-4pm, High Lane Library

Friday 7th August, 1-4pm, Bramhall Library

Wednesday 12th August, 1-3pm, Reddish Library (book online)

Wednesday 12th August, 1-3pm, Reddish Library (book online)

Thursday 13th August, 2-3pm, Hazel Grove Library (book online for silent disco)

Wednesday 26th August, 11am-12pm, Edgeley Library

Thursday 27th August, 11am-1pm, Heatons Library (book online for silent disco)

** Adswood & Bridgehall Library will be hosting a variety of events for the local community, pop into the library for more information

https://www.ticketsource.com/stockportlibraries

Worried about your child’s mental health or looking for ways to support them? YoungMinds offers practical advice, emotional support, and real stories from other parents to support you while you support your child:

🔹 A-Z guide to mental health
🔹 Tips for talking with your child
🔹 Info on services like CAMHS & counselling
🔹 Free parents helpline & webchat
🔹 Support for your own wellbeing too

You're not alone – follow the link: https://orlo.uk/VXE80

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