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Our latest news and blogs from across United Response. Find out about our latest campaigns and activities in the community…

Blog | 14 July 2020

How your donations helped keep Kevin connected during lockdown

by Darren Worthy

Your support has helped people with disabilities keep in touch with friends and family during lockdown. Find out how your donations helped Kevin following his move from Yorkshire to Newcastle.
- Housing
- Supported living
Blog | 18 June 2020

Disabled people more lonely and anxious than others before Coronavirus pandemic – and even more so during lockdown

by Anna Carter

New research from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) shows that disabled people have been more severely affected by lockdown and are suffering higher levels of anxiety and loneliness.
- Community services
Blog | 06 May 2020

A collective marathon to keep people connected

by Darren Worthy

To help people stay in touch with their loved ones, people we support in the south west are walking, running and skipping a marathon as a team. Find out how you can help!
- Community services
Blog | 23 April 2020

DJ Starnight brings the music to you!

by Cedrik Kavanagh

One of our students is sharing his love of dance music with online DJ sets. Help us raise money to keep more people connected!
- Community services
- Employment
Blog | 22 April 2020

Fighting the lockdown blues with technology

by Darren Worthy

We’re helping people with disabilities stay connected to friends, family and support during the Covid-19 crisis. Donate today to get people the technology they need!
- Community services
Blog | 17 December 2019

Batman vs. Joker at Winter Wonderwheels 2019

by Matthew Campbell

Who won the epic showdown? Find out how our fundraisers fared in their midwinter run, raising money for United Response’s Enterprise hub in Teddington.
- Community services
Blog | 12 December 2019

Uplifting theatre productions showcase real emotion and humour

by Lisa Tomlinson

The performers and staff at ROC Creative have worked for over two years, researching and devising material, to put together this incredible piece of theatre. Find out more and watch the video showing how this creative production came together.
- Community services
Blog | 11 December 2019

“My mission is to beat this stigma around disabilities.”

by Justin

Justin explains why he started a group for people with disabilities to talk about politics and how it affects their lives.
- Community services
- Employment
Blog | 03 December 2019

Thank you to Penny, and all of our brilliant supporters!

by Darren Worthy

We’re saying thank you to all of our wonderful fundraisers and supporters – like Penny, who ran the Great North Run to give more opportunities to people with disabilities in York.
- Community services
- Employment
Blog | 22 October 2019

Disability hate crime rises while prosecutions and charges drop – worrying 2019 statistics reflect a “deeper societal issue”

by Dan Culverwell

Disability hate crime is unacceptable and needs to be tackled by challenging prejudice, says John Cooper, our Head of Policy and Public Affairs. Read the full interview…

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How your donations helped keep Kevin connected during lockdown

Disabled people more lonely and anxious than others before Coronavirus pandemic – and even more so during lockdown

A collective marathon to keep people connected

DJ Starnight brings the music to you!

Fighting the lockdown blues with technology

Batman vs. Joker at Winter Wonderwheels 2019

Uplifting theatre productions showcase real emotion and humour

“My mission is to beat this stigma around disabilities.”

Thank you to Penny, and all of our brilliant supporters!

Disability hate crime rises while prosecutions and charges drop – worrying 2019 statistics reflect a “deeper societal issue”