Which mask is the right mask?
As the Government announces that there will be a mandatory requirement to wear masks in some public places and on public transport, we thought it would be a good idea to have a look at some of the options, not only for medical use but for everyday use in...
Why is it SO important we keep washing our hands?
Toni and Ben have been in isolation since early March and have had to find ways of coping with this new ‘normal’ with no outside support from carers or medical practitioners who would normally support Ben 24/7 with his living and medical needs. One of the...
On-going self-isolation with your highly vulnerable loved one
We all react to change differently. But as we come to terms with a new and unique set of circumstances and way of living and working, it’s easy to feel isolated. This feeling only increases for people with existing mental or physical disabilities or those who are...
Supporting our local carers
Staying at home, self-isolation and the restrictions imposed by the government to slow the spread of Covid-19 have taken their toll on us all in one way or another. The loss of personal freedoms and restricted contact with loved ones can be hard to deal...
Headway – we’re here for those affected by brain injury
At UCP, we have been supporters of Headway for many years and, in an effort to ensure that their latest update reaches as many people as possible, we have published it below: Headway update for our valued supporters The health, social and economic impact of...
Ben’s Haircut!
As mentioned in a previous blog post, Toni acted as a hairdresser for Ben with the assistance of some new clippers. It took a couple of videos, but the end result looks good! Here's the first take... [video width="848" height="480"...
Hand washing
Washing your hands properly is important now more than ever. Here's Toni's video on how to assist a wheelchair user with this important task. [video width="848" height="480"...
Organising your medicine cupboard
If you need some advice on how to manage as a carer during self-isolation, watch Toni's latest video for tips on how to save time on managing your medicine cupboard. [video width="848" height="480"...
Emergency Kits for Local Families in Need
The past week has seen many changes for everyone across the UK, and although supermarkets are doing their best to keep up with demand, some families are running short on essential items. This includes those caring for family members with injuries and disabilities who...
We’re all in this together – Part 3
A big thank you to my local MP! When I was desperately looking for support with supplies and specific information for Ben and keeping him safe at home, he responded with lots of resources for me to follow up. So a big shout out and thank you to the Office of the Rt...
