Disability Together

After 35 years as Living Options Devon, we have a new name: Disability Together. Our new name reflects who we support and how we work – because every ability matters. Find out more on our website: disabilitytogether.org.uk

Could your organisation benefit from Deaf Awareness Training? Disability Together is offering a fully funded Deaf Awareness course for local wellbeing community groups. Book your place on our website: disabilitytogether.org.uk/deaf-awareness…

Support Disability Together in the next Super Draw! When you buy a £1 ticket through us, 50p goes directly to Disability Together. exetercommunitylottery.co.uk/support/disabi… The Exeter Community Lottery is open to players aged 18 or over. Please play responsibly.

Our Deaf Wellbeing group got creative at our recent pottery session. Thank you to everyone who came along. Keep an eye out for our next Deaf Wellbeing activity.

Want to make a difference? Our website has a consultation page where we share local and national opportunities to have your say. Find out more and visit our website here: disabilitytogether.org.uk/get-involved/i…

As part of our Winter Wellbeing campaign, Ways to Wellbeing, we have shared gentle tips to help people feel supported and connected. A big thank you to our volunteer photographer Gaye for the beautiful local photos. We are very grateful for her time and creativity.

Thinking about trying something new? The support is there to help you build confidence and take part in your own time. Find out more about support to join community activities: disabilitytogether.org.uk/.../disability…

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day. Kindness can be simple. Checking in on someone. Sharing helpful information. Letting someone know they are not on their own.

We were really happy to be at the West Country Tourism Conference. One of our access audit experts, Neil Warren, spoke on our behalf about accessibility in tourism, sharing why inclusive and welcoming experiences matter and how small changes can make a big difference.

Sometimes the weather is not good. Our January Deaf Wellbeing walk at Stover was very rainy. Some people stayed at home and that was ok. A small group still came. We hope to go again in April or May. We will tell you if we ever cancel, but we usually go ahead, even in rain.

Tinnitus Week 2026 If you would like to find out more or get support, Disability Together’s Sight and Hearing team offers free, friendly advice and practical support for people with tinnitus, hearing loss or sight loss. disabilitytogether.org.uk/support/health…

Time to Talk Day 2026 Today is Time to Talk Day, a day to encourage open conversations about mental wellbeing and to remind people that support is available.

Bird and duck spotting on our last Deaf Wellbeing walk! 🦆 During our recent Deaf Wellbeing walk, the group spent time spotting birds and ducks along the route. Watch the video to see what was seen and shared along the way.

We are pleased to be supporting the West Country Tourism Conference this year. We look forward to taking part and supporting the event.

This week, from 2 to 8 February, is Tinnitus Week 2026. You can find out more about tinnitus, and how we can support you, on our website: disabilitytogether.org.uk/tinnitus-week-…

Support Disability Together in the next Super Draw! When you buy a £1 ticket through us, 50p goes directly to Disability Together. Funds that we'll use to help ensure that people with disabilities and Deaf BSL users can live the life they choose. exetercommunitylottery.co.uk/support/disabi…

Job vacancy! Come and make a difference- we are recruiting for a part time Independent Mental Capacity Advocate/Paid Representative. This is a permanent role for 22.5 hours per week. Closing date is 5pm on Friday 30 January. Apply on our website: disabilitytogether.org.uk/wp-admin/post.…

We really enjoyed our Deaf Wellbeing event. It was a happy and positive day. We are looking forward to our next Deaf Wellbeing event. Please visit our website to find out about future events and sessions. disabilitytogether.org.uk/.../deaf-wellb…

Deaf BSL Wellbeing Walk. Next walk is Sunday 25 January at Stover Country Park. We'll be meeting at 10.30am to start walking at 10.45am. Please email deafledservices@disabilitytogether.org.uk if you can come. We'd love to see you.

January’s Deaf Wellbeing group is on Monday 19 January. We will be looking ahead to 2026, setting positive goals and planning next steps. 1pm to 3pm at Disability Together, EX2 8PW. Email deafledservices@disabilitytogether.org.uk to attend.

Job vacancy! Come and make a difference- we are recruiting for a full time Independent Mental Capacity Advocate/Paid Representative. Apply on our website: disabilitytogether.org.uk/wp-admin/post.…