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New Sense research shows cost of living crisis far from over
For over a year, the cost of living crisis has impacted people with complex disabilities. Our research, including our…
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The cost of living crisis hit my family hard last winter. Now we need long term solutions
As the nights get darker and the weather gets colder, Laura explains how the cost of living affects her and her family.
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What does inclusion mean at Sense?
Our head of Inclusion and Wellbeing, Benjamin, wraps up our Black History Month blog series. He shares his insights into Sense’s journey towards…
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How to fundraise: five tips from a top fundraiser
Guni Suri is a Sense supporter who's nominated for Fundraiser of the Year at the 2023 Sense Awards. Find out his top tips for how to raise money for charity.
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How music connected us to our daughter’s world
Chloe’s parents were at a low ebb when they found Sense. Sense helped the family to reach each other through music, as Wayne, Chloe’s dad explains.
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Influencing at party conferences
Throughout October you might have noticed an influx of MPs, Peers, Press and Policy and Public Affairs professionals in the Northwest. Unfortunately, it wasn’t…
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Sense Christmas Family Days mean everyone gets to feel the Christmas spirit
For families with children with children who are deafblind, going to a Christmas party or visiting Santa’s grotto often just isn’t accessible. That’s why we hold Christmas Family Days all over the UK.
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Finding out about Windrush
Jacqui shares her mum’s Windrush story and the impact this event had on their family. I’d heard people talk about Windrush before,…
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Passing on a powerful culture
Earlier this year, we learned about Dieumerci’s passion for boxing and the profound impact sport had on his life…
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Sensory stories helped our family start a new chapter
Verity's mum, Sarah, didn’t know how the family were going to connect with Verity and include her in family life. Now they have the answers.
