World Mental Health Day 2026 – October 10
Good mental wellbeing matters to all of us, which is why we’re celebrating World Mental Health Day on October 10. Started by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH), World Mental Health Day raises awareness of the importance of good mental health around the world. This year’s theme is “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real […]
Waiting Well now accepting self-referrals
Since 2022, Disability Together has been working in partnership with NHS Devon to provide Waiting Well, a free, one-to-one telephone and email service supporting patients while they wait for treatment, manage complex health needs, or look to stay connected and independent after treatment. More than 3,000 people have been supported so far, and we can […]
Countryside Mobility features on BBC Spotlight and Radio Devon
We were delighted to have Countryside Mobility featured on BBC Spotlight and Radio Devon recently. Countryside Mobility provides all-terrain, off-road mobility scooters for hire across the South West, and the team from Spotlight visited two hire locations to see for themselves what the Trampers mean to the people who use them. The coverage featured The […]
Research highlights achievement, connection and joy in Disabled people’s lives
Disability Together, in collaboration with We Are The People and Bath Spa University, has published new research exploring the lived experience of Disabled people. Funded by the Wellcome Trust, the research set out to challenge negative stereotypes and misconceptions about disability by capturing authentic stories of Disabled people and sharing achievement, success and joy. The […]
Disability Together response: extension of free bus travel for Disabled people
Disability Together welcomes the announcement that Disabled bus pass holders in England will be able to travel free at any time of day from April 2027. Accessible and affordable public transport is fundamental to enabling Disabled people to live independently and have the same choice, control and opportunities as everyone else. The current restriction on […]
Disability Together and Disability Focus announce plans to merge
Watch in BSL: Disability Together and Disability Focus announce plans to merge Disability Together and Disability Focus announce plans to merge, strengthening support for Disabled people across Devon Disability Together and Disability Focus have today announced plans to merge, bringing together decades of experience, expertise and reach to provide an even stronger voice and service […]
Statement regarding the Beacon CRM Cyber Security Incident
Data security information in British Sign Language (BSL) Updated: 5 August 2026 Disability Together has been informed of a cyber security incident affecting Beacon, the data-base system we (and many other charities) use to securely manage information relating to our service users, volunteers, supporters, donors and other contacts. We understand that this will be worrying […]
Torbay learning disability groups – we want to hear from you
Disability Together is working with Torbay Council to hear from people with learning disabilities in Torbay. We are arranging visits with local learning disability groups to chat for a few hours, to listen and learn. We want to find out: What is important to you? What is working well? What needs to change? Are current plans […]
Disability Pride Month 2026
Every July, Disability Pride Month is a chance to recognise and celebrate Disabled people, their identities, and their experiences. Disability Pride Month means different things to different people. For many Disabled people it is a chance to embrace a part of their identity, challenge stereotypes, and promote greater understanding. For others, it is a time […]
Learning Disability Week 2026
Learning Disability Week 2026 is here! Running from Monday 15 to Sunday 21 June, this is a week to celebrate voices, challenge barriers, and recognise the strengths of people with a learning disability. At Disability Together, we’re proud to support people with a learning disability and make sure they are heard, included and valued. Inspired by this […]