Sheila’s story
Sheila became a wheelchair user following a car accident. When she had adapted as much as possible to a different way of living, but not feeling ready for employment, Sheila joined a local group of disabled people who regularly took part in consultations on new services development and local accessibility improvements. Although warmly welcomed, Sheila […]
Zoe’s story
Zoe is a young disabled woman who was living on the streets of a city centre, she contacted the victim care unit, she was distressed, she made a complaint of sexual assault. Zoe had no faith in the authorities and this was not the first time she’d been assaulted. She refused police contact and panicked […]
Ted’s story
Ted is fifty years old and suffers with mobility issues, where once he was able to access the outdoors and enjoy walks with his family and friends, in recent years he’s been unable to enjoy long walks on challenging walkways or rough terrain. Ted loves spending time with his grandchildren and walking the dog. Unfortunately due […]
June’s story
June is in her eighties and has mobility problems. She lives in a small village and does not have much involvement in the local community. She has no family living locally and feels very isolated. June contacted Time to Talk because she felt she needed someone to talk to. She did not need any advice or information but […]
Mick’s story
Mick is a Deaf British Sign Language user who volunteers for Deaf Get Active. His role is to be a ‘buddy’ for Deaf people, encouraging participation in sport. He enjoys combining his interest in sports with his wish to make a difference for the Deaf community. Mick enjoys acting as a role model helping Deaf people feel more confident […]
William’s story
William has a hearing impairment, he first came into contact with the See Hear centre some time ago and has been a frequent visitor receiving information, advice and support. William lives alone and felt a little lonely as a result of not being able to ‘keep in touch with the world’ due to his hearing […]
Mary’s story
Mary is someone who really wanted to work but was not having a lot of luck getting a job. Mary is profoundly Deaf and has disabilities and language issues, she gets confused at times on what she needs to do and makes mistakes. The Deaf Led services team have supported Mary in applying for jobs, she needed […]
David’s story
David is 78 years old and was diagnosed with macular degeneration in both eyes 12 years ago. When David first received the diagnosis he was devastated. He felt that he would no longer be able to do anything he had previously enjoyed and that he would lose all his independence and feel isolated. David was […]
Annie’s story
Annie is in her seventies and lives alone. She has long term health conditions and physical disabilities. She uses an electric wheelchair and walker. Annie lives in a very rural area with no pavements so it is dangerous for her to get around. At the beginning of the Covid-19 lockdown, Time to Talk contacted Annie following a […]
Jodie’s story
Jodie has limited mobility. Sometimes she can’t access all the places she would like. Visitor attractions, local beauty spots, and outdoor spaces can often be inaccessible for Jodie. Jodie discovered our Countryside Mobility Hire Scheme and has since been able to visit places she wouldn’t have been able to access. In April Jodie hired an all-terrain mobility […]