Ruddington Recognises

31/05/2026

29/05/2026

East Midlands Airport’s highly popular assisted travel service has doubled the number of mobility scooters for customers to easily get through the airport and onto aircraft.

Six new electric scooters bring the total to 12 that are now available to any assisted travel customer, giving them independence and freedom to travel through the airport from check-in to the aircraft. All they need to do is book on arrival, watch a short user video and off they go. Where needed, an ‘ambulift’ vehicle will transport them from the boarding gates and up to the aircraft doors.

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27/05/2026

24/05/2026

💭 The Minds of All Kinds website offers support and resources for neurodivergent people of all ages.

Visit the website for:
➡️ Explanations of ADHD and Autism and other neurodivergent differences.
➡️ Local services, referral information and how to navigate the system
➡️ Personal stories

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22/05/2026

💜 Rushcliffe Arena has been illuminated purple this week in support of Dementia Action Week

We proudly support Alzheimer's Society ’s which raises awareness of dementia and highlights the importance of supporting those living with dementia and their carers.

We are committed to working to become a Dementia Friendly community to help residents living with dementia, and their carers, enjoy better, more independent lives for longer.

Find out more about Dementia Friendly resources: tinyurl.com/3jnswu9a

21/05/2026

A rare bit of good news to start your Wednesday.

After a seven-year campaign, the Government has finally agreed to raise the accessibility standard for all new homes being built in England.

Currently, the standard is just 'visitable' – basically, can a wheelchair user get through the front door? The new rules will make homes genuinely 'accessible' and 'adaptable'. This means things like wider doorways, ground-floor toilets, and reinforced bathroom walls for future grab rails.

This is a massive win for the disability rights movement. 7 years of campaigning for a basic right – a home you can actually live in.

This, along with the £723 million Disabled Facilities Grant announced for home adaptations, shows that things can change when we push hard enough.

16/05/2026

The Operation Ouch! Production Team is in the early stages of producing a special half-hour programme about dementia for Children's BBC to help children understand dementia and how it affects people.

The team is hoping to film a family in which a parent or grandparent is living with dementia and where a child or young person aged 7 to 15, who has a relationship with them, would feel comfortable sharing their experience on camera. 📹

If you or your family might be interested in taking part, email Rebecca King at [email protected] or click the link for more information: 👇

https://www.youngdementianetwork.org/Operation-Ouch!

(Photo credit: BBC)

09/05/2026

💭 If you, or someone you know, needs:
🔴 Crisis help
🟡 Support for depression
🟢 Advice to improve their mental health

Help is always available.

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09/05/2026

Not all disabilities are visible.

The Sunflower is a simple way for people with non-visible disabilities to discreetly share that they may need a little extra time, understanding or support in public spaces.

You might see someone wearing a Sunflower lanyard, badge or bracelet, now you know what it means.

Let’s help more people recognise the Sunflower.

Learn more about Hidden Disabilities Sunflower by visiting the 👉 website https://bit.ly/496Uhm3