Talking Sense blog
People like you, writing about their experiences of complex disabilities, deafblindness and all things Sense.
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Making sense of the Queen’s Speech
What is the Queen's Speech and what was in it for people with complex disabilities?
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Getting a bit of my life back
Natalie was diagnosed with Usher syndrome when she was 29, but has found confidence and strength in her voice as one of our campaigners.
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Braille readers, from text to touch
The ability to translate digital text into braille has some exciting implications for inclusivity.
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Overcoming the loneliness of siblingship
Jahnavi was excited to become an older sister, but when Kashav was born with complex disabilities she realised their relationship would be different.
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Sense Holidays – for Mylo, it was Disneyland
Ruth talks to us about how her little boy’s Sense Holiday benefited him – and the rest of the family.
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Covid inquiry: a chance to change
Richard our CEO, tells us what needs to be included in the forthcoming Covid-19 inquiry.
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Deaf identity and film
Seeing different identities in the media isn’t just about representation, but self-identity too.
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Why water is the key to happiness for my son
Urvashi Parekh explains how water plays a critical role in her disabled son Yashil’s life, both in helping to manage his condition and to give him joy.
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Help us call for disabled people to be heard in the Covid-19 Inquiry
You can act now to support our campaign for the Government to include disabled people in the Covid-19 Inquiry. Our Campaigns Manager Lizzie explains how.
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Understanding my influence as a mother
Sense trustee, Sue, has dedicated herself to supporting families all over the world – all while being a fantastic mum at home.