Protection of Vulnerable Adults Policy Update relating to our website:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults who use our website and services. We aim to provide a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all users. We will: . Treat all users with dignity, respect, and fairness. . Take reasonable steps to protect vulnerable adults from abuse, exploitation, neglect, discrimination, and harm. . Ensure that any concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a vulnerable adult are reported and acted upon app
Assistive Technology Tools useful for Young Adults with a Learning Disability
Examples of assistance technology: Reading support Text-to-speech software reads digital text aloud. Audiobooks allow users to listen instead of reading. Reading guide apps help with concentration and tracking text on a page. writing support Speech-to-text dictation convents spoken words into written text. Spell checkers and grammar tools help improve writing accuracy. Word prediction software suggests words while typing. organisation and time management Calendar and reminder
Benefits of social media for young adults with a learning Disability
If you have a learning disability, social media platforms can be a useful way to communicate, learn and connect with others, but it helps to use them in ways that match your needs. Benefits of social media . Stay connected with friends, family, and support groups. . Access information through videos, images, and simplified content. . Build confidence by sharing interests, achievements, and experiences. . Find communities of people with similar disabilities or experiences. Hel
How to reach out to people your community who are digitally excluded
The beast strategy for reaching digitally excluded people is usually not digital at all. successful outreach combines trusted human relationships, local presence, simple communication, and practical support. Start with trusted community networks People who are digitally excluded are often more likely to engage with organizations and individuals they already know. Work Through: . Community centres . Libraries . Faith groups . Housing associations . Healthcare providers . Food
Cash for Kids Community Challenge - North Tyneside Disability Forum
Audrey, one of our oldest volunteers Our sister Organisation North Tyneside Disability Forum are promoting their community challenge.........Feel free to donate online if you live in the UK Here is the link: https://www.cashforkidsgive.co.uk/campaign/cash-for-kids-north-east-community-challenge-2026/fundraisers/north-tyneside-disability-forum/ Cash for Kids donation North Tyneside Disability Forum Community Challenge
Risks to disabled and older individuals if the UK Government decides to implement under 16 social media bans:
Although a ban on under‑16s using social media is aimed at protecting children, most proposals rely on system‑wide changes (age‑verification, platform restrictions, design changes). That means the effects would not be limited to children—they could spill over to disabled people and older adults in several important ways. 1) Increased digital exclusion risks Older people Around 2.4 million older people in the UK already have very limited internet use, with many lacking skills,
