British Polio Fellowship

17/06/2026

Every polio story is unique, and every story matters.

Sharing experiences can help raise awareness, offer support, and connect people who have faced similar challenges. If polio has been part of your life and you'd like to share your journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Read inspiring stories from our community and message us to share your own: https://britishpolio.org.uk/members-stories/

15/06/2026

Calling all survivors, their friends, family and carers. Get in touch - Call: 0800 043 1935 Email: [email protected] or Visit our website: www.britishpolio.org.uk

13/06/2026

Too many carers are being let down by an NHS continuing healthcare (CHC) process that is failing to fund the right care for people with complex health needs.
Join us in urging the UK government to fix NHS CHC this .
Sign petition: https://action.dementiauk.org/fix-nhs-continuinghealthcare?utm_campaign=ftf26&utm_source=wom&utm_medium=email&utm_term=BritishPolioFellowship

11/06/2026

A new factsheet on diet and is now available from the British Polio Fellowship.
Our thanks to Angela Reddy and Nicole Desmond, Senior Specialist Dietitians at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, for their support in producing this valuable resource.
Download it from our website https://britishpolio.org.uk/professionals/guides-resources/

09/06/2026

Have you seen the updated agenda for the Health and Wellbeing Conference for survivors on 4 July? There's loads of useful advice and information for those dealing with the late effects of polio and post-polio syndrome. Don't miss it: https://britishpolio.org.uk/health-wellbeing-for-polio-survivors-conference-day-2026/

08/06/2026

This year Carers Week is all about building carer friendly communities. We’ll be highlighting the impact carer friendly communities can have in making a real and lasting difference to the lives of carers everywhere. https://www.carersweek.org/
We’re proud to be supporting ! 8-14 June

07/06/2026

Philip Taylor's new book, A Life in Rippledom, reflects on a lifetime of living with disability, gratitude, resilience, and determination. Now in his seventies, and after sepsis affected his mobility, Philip (a survivor) shares his story of making the most of what he has—with a few rants along the way. £2.50 from every copy sold will be donated to the BPF.
Order your copy here:: https://www.philiptaylorbooks.com/mylifeinrippledom

05/06/2026

Advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients for healthcare practitioners.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/poliomyelitis-and-post-polio-syndrome-migrant-health-guide

04/06/2026

To mark World Day for Assistive Technology (AT), we’re shining a light on this inequity and the urgent need for people to access affordable assistive technology. AT enables people to live
independent lives – to study, work and enjoy the everyday moments that many of us take for
granted. https://unlocktheeveryday.org/world-at-day/
Join us and let's unlock a world where there are opportunities for all. 🌍

03/06/2026

Motability scheme changes coming into effect on 1 July are worrying survivors because of a reduced mileage allowance and increased costs.

Motability scheme changes announced last November raise concerns for polio survivors because of a reduced mileage allowance and increased costs. Around 890,000 people currently lease a vehicle through the Motability scheme, which is operated by Motability Operations. The package typically includes i...