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What’s happening with welfare reform right now?
Evan explains the latest changes to disability benefits and why many of them are deeply concerning.
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SEND reforms in England – what Sense thinks
The things we welcome, areas we are concerned about, and the gaps.
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Top tips for an inclusive Easter egg hunt
With a few thoughtful changes, Easter egg hunts can be made accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Read our top tips for an inclusive Easter egg hunt!
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Our inclusive Easter activities guide for disabled children with complex needs
Whether your child is into arts and crafts, baking, Easter egg hunting or just outright messy play, we have something for everyone in this Easter activity guide.
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I go home exhausted but satisfied: teacher Liz Hodges on Sense Family Days
Hi, I’m Liz Hodges, a qualified teacher of deafblind children. I have been working in the field for almost 40 years. In this time I’ve worked…
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How Sense Family Days are bringing joy to children like Leo
There’s something special about walking into a Sense Family Day. Everyone is – if you’ll excuse the pun – having a ball!
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Leading Hazel off the sidelines and onto the ski slopes
People might not expect Hazel, who is blind and living with complex needs, to enjoy skiing – but it’s an activity she absolutely loves!
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Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) reforms – what you need to know
Our initial response to the government's proposed changes to the SEND system.
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The SEND system is broken: “It feels like you need to be rich to be disabled”
Natalie tells us about her experience navigating the SEND system for her son Azuriah.
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Care goes both ways: How support is a shared journey
I wanted to share a recent story of how a simple act of kindness can make a big impact. Joe Coffin, who you may have…