At just 20 years old, Megan Dixon’s life took an unimaginable turn when she went to the hospital for what should have been routine tests. What followed was two years trapped in a silent, motionless body—paralyzed from the …
A valued social enterprise in Ilminster, Somerset, is seeking urgent support as it faces financial challenges that threaten its future. Silver Linings, an internship programme led by Evelyn Ashford, runs the Gamesmaster café …
A valued local service in Ilminster, Somerset, that has transformed the lives of many young individuals with learning difficulties, including autism, is under serious threat due to funding shortages. Silver Lining, an …
Jayney Gage, a 58-year-old wheelchair user from Wellington, Somerset, was left devastated after being allocated a campsite two miles away from Festival in the Hills in Taunton, preventing her from fully accessing the event …
Jayney Gage, a 58-year-old wheelchair user from Wellington, Somerset, was left devastated and outraged after being allocated a campsite two miles away from the Festival in the Hills event in Taunton. Having eagerly …
The impending closure of Fosse Way House, an “outstanding” residential facility for vulnerable children with autism in Westfield, has ignited fierce criticism and claims of institutional discrimination. For over twenty years, …
Butlin’s Minehead has announced exciting new initiatives to boost access to its facilities for local residents in West Somerset, following a meeting with Rachel Gilmour, MP for Tiverton and Minehead—the first formal visit by …
Ali Payne, a 40-year-old woman from Frome, Somerset, has been living with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) — also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) — for over a decade. This long-term, incapacitating condition often …
Paige Cox, a 16-year-old from Somerset, was born without a right hand and has faced unique challenges throughout her life. Now, she is determined to raise £20,000 for a revolutionary bionic prosthetic arm that could transform …
Paige Cox, a 16-year-old from Somerset, is determined to raise £20,000 to fund a cutting-edge bionic arm that could revolutionize her daily life. Born without a right hand, Paige has navigated unique challenges from an early …
Warren Morgan, a devoted father from Yeovil, recently completed the London Marathon, raising nearly £2,000 to purchase a much-needed new minibus for his daughter’s special school in Somerset. Despite battling a crippling calf …
Mark Blaker, a parent carer from Wiveliscombe, has taken action to oppose the government’s proposal to cut disability benefits. His son, Joe, who has learning disabilities, is one of approximately a million disabled …
Steve D’Arcy, a stroke survivor from Yeovil, is embarking on a sponsored gaming marathon to raise funds for the Stroke Association. Despite losing the use of his right side due to a severe stroke, Steve is demonstrating his …