Kingston Centre for Independent Living

Kingston Centre for Independent Living KCIL provides information & support to disabled people living in Greater London

Kingston Centre for Independent Living is a user-led organisation that provides a range of services to ensure that disabled people who live, work or study in Kingston are able to lead independent lives. We also provide disability-related advice and information to other interested individuals or organisations.

💚 World Mental Health Day – Saturday 10 OctoberThis World Mental Health Day, we want to help make sure everyone knows wh...
10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day – Saturday 10 October

This World Mental Health Day, we want to help make sure everyone knows where to turn for mental health support — whether you need help yourself or you’re worried about someone else.

There are different types of support available depending on what you need:

📞 Urgent mental health support: Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. This is available 24/7 for people of all ages.

💬 South London Crisis Text Service: WhatsApp 0303 330 1511, available 24/7.

👧 Children & young people: The CAMHS Crisis Line is available on 020 3228 5980, every day from 9am–11pm.

🚨 Emergency: If there is an immediate risk to life, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

🌱 Non-urgent support: Your GP, NHS Talking Therapies, Every Mind Matters and Together all can all provide support.

There is also a “Know who to turn to in your community” directory, bringing together trusted organisations and community groups across Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton and Wandsworth.

💚 Knowing where to turn can make a difference. Please share this post so the information reaches someone who may need it.

Find out more: South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust – Urgent Help

❄️✨ Winter Palace Relaxed Event – Hampton Court Palace ✨❄️Looking for a magical winter experience in a quieter, more rel...
09/10/2026

❄️✨ Winter Palace Relaxed Event – Hampton Court Palace ✨❄️

Looking for a magical winter experience in a quieter, more relaxed environment? 🏰💙

Historic Royal Palaces is hosting a special Winter Palace Relaxed Event at Hampton Court Palace on Tuesday 8 December 2026, designed for neurodivergent, learning-disabled and disabled visitors of all ages.

The event welcomes people with Autism, ADHD, OCD, Tourette’s Syndrome, dementia and other sensory processing differences, as well as anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed visit.

📅 Date: Tuesday 8 December 2026
⏰ Choose from two sessions:
• 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
• 3:30 pm – 7:00 pm
🎟️ Cost: £1 per person
📌 Advance booking is required.

Individuals, families, carers and support networks can book directly. Group leaders do not need to attend.

Please note that CAS group visits and free-entry CAS cards cannot be used for this event.

🔗 Book your tickets:
https://booking.hrp.org.uk/HCP/tickets/select?market=HRP&is-return=false&date=2026-12-08&product=HCPWPRE

For further information, visit the Historic Royal Palaces website.

Please share this post with anyone who may enjoy this special inclusive winter experience! 💙❄️

💚 Health & Wellbeing Day 💚SPear – Ending Homelessness is hosting a Health & Wellbeing Day for people experiencing homele...
08/10/2026

💚 Health & Wellbeing Day 💚
SPear – Ending Homelessness is hosting a Health & Wellbeing Day for people experiencing homelessness or social isolation.
📅 Friday 16 October
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 West Croydon Baptist Church
Whitehorse Road, Croydon, CR0 2JH
There will be a range of free services and support available, including:
🍽️ Free breakfast & lunch
💬 General health advice
🤝 Substance abuse support
💈 Barber
💆 Massage
❤️ Emotional wellbeing support
🩺 NHS liver Fibroscan
…and much more!
No GP registration, proof of address or immigration status is required.
If you or someone you know could benefit from the support available, please come along and find out more. 💚

📚 Looking to develop your skills in health and social care?Our friends at neighbouring charity Ruils are offering a fant...
08/10/2026

📚 Looking to develop your skills in health and social care?

Our friends at neighbouring charity Ruils are offering a fantastic range of training opportunities through the NHS Adult Social Care Learning and Development Programme!

Whether you're a Personal Assistant (PA), employ your own support staff, or simply want to develop your knowledge, there are courses covering a wide range of topics, including:

✅ Autism and ADHD Awareness
✅ Being a Personal Assistant
✅ Dementia Awareness
✅ Equality and Diversity
✅ First Aid
✅ Mental Health Awareness
✅ Trauma-informed Training
✅ And much more!

With a mixture of online, self-paced learning and in-person courses available, there's something to suit different learning needs and schedules.

👉 Explore the training opportunities and find out how to book:

https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ruils-training

Our latest KCIL newsletter is out! 📰 This fortnight, we’re sharing:💬 Kingston and Croydon Direct Payment Forum: Being a ...
02/10/2026

Our latest KCIL newsletter is out! 📰 This fortnight, we’re sharing:

💬 Kingston and Croydon Direct Payment Forum: Being a Good Employer—join the conversation about employing a personal assistant.

💧 Water supply disruption: did you know extra support is available?

📞 Urgent mental health support: find out about getting help through NHS 111.

🚌 From Kingston to Brighton: two friends, their Freedom Passes and a seaside adventure!

Read these stories and more in our latest newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/kcil/kcil-newsletter-2-october-2026

🚌 Kingston to Brighton—with Freedom Passes and a little help from KCIL!When D and his friend P decided on a seaside adve...
02/10/2026

🚌 Kingston to Brighton—with Freedom Passes and a little help from KCIL!

When D and his friend P decided on a seaside adventure, our caseworker Natasha helped D plan their bus route using a journey planner on a KCIL computer.

They left Kingston at 9am and reached Brighton at 3pm, ringing us to say they’d arrived safely. After fish and chips, it was time to head home again! 🐟🍟

They both had a great day—and they’re already planning their next trip.

🌹 Did you know? A Freedom Pass with the red rose symbol gives you free travel on most local buses across England. Outside London, the usual hours are 9.30am–11pm on weekdays and any time at weekends and on bank holidays. Check your route and the operator’s rules before travelling.

Where has your Freedom Pass taken you? Share your favourite trips—or suggest D and P’s next destination—in the comments! 👇

📢 Mental Health Support – Know Where to TurnLooking after your mental health is important, and support is available when...
01/10/2026

📢 Mental Health Support – Know Where to Turn

Looking after your mental health is important, and support is available when you need it. 💙

If you or someone you know is struggling, there are different ways to get help depending on the level of support needed.

📞 Urgent mental health support: Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. This is available 24/7 for people of all ages.

💬 Mental health crisis support: You can also use the Crisis Text Service by messaging 0303 330 1511 on WhatsApp.

👧👦 For children and young people: The CAMHS South London Partnership Crisis Line is available on 020 3228 5980, every day from 9am–11pm.

🚨 If someone's life is at risk or they need immediate medical attention: Call 999 or attend A&E.

🌱 For non-urgent support, you can speak to your GP or access NHS mental health support services.

Please save this post and share it with someone who may find this information helpful. ❤️

🔗 Find more information and support: www.swlstg.nhs.uk/urgent-help

Do you employ a personal assistant (PA) in Kingston or Croydon?Join our next Kingston and Croydon Direct Payment Forum, ...
29/09/2026

Do you employ a personal assistant (PA) in Kingston or Croydon?

Join our next Kingston and Croydon Direct Payment Forum, focusing on Being a Good Employer.

We’ll be joined by guest speaker David Robson from to explore what being a good employer means when you employ PAs to support your independent living.

Whether you’re new to employing PAs or have years of experience, come along to build your confidence and connect with other employers.

📅 Tuesday 13 October
🕚 11am–12 noon
💻 Online

Find out more and book your place: https://kcil.org.uk/being-a-good-employer/

Navigating SEND support for your child or young person?We’re sharing Richmond & Kingston SENDIASS’s free online workshop...
29/09/2026

Navigating SEND support for your child or young person?

We’re sharing Richmond & Kingston SENDIASS’s free online workshops this October, offering impartial information and an opportunity to connect with others with similar experiences.

• 9 October, 1pm – Considering an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)?
• 13 October, 1pm – Responding to a draft EHCP
• 14 October, 5.30pm – Appeals to SEND Tribunal
• 20 October, 1pm – Ordinarily Available Provision and SEN Support: support without an EHCP
• 21 October, 4pm – Alternative Provision
• 28 October, 10am – Responding to a draft EHCP

Sessions are confidential, are not recorded, and offer support from an experienced support worker.

Find out more and book: https://www.rksendiass.co.uk/workshops

🚰 Water supply disruption – Monday 28 SeptemberA burst water main in West Molesey has caused low pressure or no water in...
28/09/2026

🚰 Water supply disruption – Monday 28 September

A burst water main in West Molesey has caused low pressure or no water in parts of Kingston and surrounding areas. Engineers are working to restore supplies.

For disabled people and anyone who relies on water for medical or care needs, losing water can be particularly difficult.

💧 Have you joined Thames Water’s FREE Priority Services Register?

It offers extra support for people with disabilities, long-term health conditions, mobility difficulties and other support needs. Older people with additional needs and households with children under five may also benefit.

Support can include accessible communications, a trusted emergency contact and bottled water deliveries if you cannot leave home and need water for medical reasons.

📲 Find out more and register:
https://www.thameswater.co.uk/help/get-extra-help/priority-services

☎️ You can also call 0800 009 3652. A family member, friend or carer can help you register.

Registering now may not mean support is in place for today’s disruption, but it can help Thames Water understand your needs for future incidents. If you need help today, call and explain your situation rather than waiting for registration to be processed.

Please share with someone who might benefit.

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31-35 High Street
Kingston Upon Thames
KT11LF

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