Disability Stockport

25/10/2025

We are pleased to share with you that we are now an Associate Member of Cobseo (for those unsure, it's the Confederation of Service Charities), in recognition of our support to neurodivergent ex-forces.

Our specialist ex-forces service, 'Live at Ease', is a non-clinical support programme dedicated to improving the lives of neurodivergent ex-forces men and women living in Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, and Lancashire. Established in 2021, the service provides long-term, person centred support for ex-forces personnel living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, acquired brain injuries, and other complex co-existing conditions including Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, and service related or non-service PTSD, whether formally diagnosed or not. Funded by Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust and Veterans' Foundation

Developed and led by experienced practitioners with clinical insight, welfare expertise, and lived military experience, Live at Ease is grounded in a trauma informed, neurodiversity affirming, and strengths-based approach. The service bridges the gap between clinical intervention and everyday life, offering flexible wraparound support that enables ex-forces personnel to regain independence, stability, and confidence while improving mental wellbeing and overall quality of life.

Support is not time-limited and can include case management, welfare advocacy, diagnosis diagnostic pathway navigation, benefits and housing advice, wellbeing and nature-based inclusion activities, peer engagement, and access to autism friendly social groups.

Working collaboratively with the DWP, NHS services, and Armed Forces charities, Live at Ease ensures that neurodivergent ex-forces personnel receive joined-up, consistent, and meaningful care. It remains one of the only services in the UK providing specialised, long-term, non-clinical support for neurodiverse ex-forces, setting a benchmark for inclusive and effective provision within the Armed Forces community.

Johnny Mercer Andy Burnham Office for Veterans' Affairs MOD Veterans UK

23/10/2025

04/10/2025

Contact Tina to save your spot on the next course 💚
Learn how to safely use a tablet, banking, apps and emails.

03/10/2025

💚 We’re delighted to share that Disability Stockport has been selected for the Tesco Stronger Starts community grant scheme!
From October 2025 to mid-January 2026, customers can vote in local Tesco stores to support our project:
✨ Autism and Connect Social Groups – creating safe, welcoming spaces where autistic and socially isolated adults can build friendships, confidence, and independence.
📍 You’ll find our project in the following Tesco stores:
Cheadle Hulme Express (SK8 7AB)
Stockport Mersey Square Express (SK1 1RA)
Heaton Moor Express (SK4 4DU)
Stockport Extra (SK1 2BT)
Hazel Grove Express (SK7 6DT)
Heald Green Express (SK8 3QA)
Cheadle Express (SK8 1DW)
Cheadle Stockport Road Express (SK3 0PW)
Gatley Church Road Express (SK8 4ES)
🛒 Every time you shop at one of these stores, you’ll receive a blue token – please pop it in the box for Disability Stockport to help us make an even bigger difference!
We’re so grateful to Tesco for supporting grassroots organisations like ours, and to our amazing community for always standing with us. Together, we can make Stockport a more inclusive place for everyone.

02/04/2025

Disability Stockport at World Autism Acceptance Week event in Cheadle Hulme today! 😊👋

27/03/2025

Getting creative at Group 48 earlier! 🎨🖌️

Group 48 is a monthly Autism Social Group. See pinned post for more info

27/03/2025

World Autism Acceptance Month Stall Event

Wednesday 2nd April 2025

13:30 - 15:30

Ladybridge Connect Ivy Cafe
Cheadle Hulme
SK8 5NZ

26/03/2025

Autism Acceptance Week Silent Disco

Tuesday 1st April 2025

16.00-18.00

Disability Stockport
23 High Street
Stockport
SK1 1EG

Call 0161 480 7246 or email david.humphrey@disabilitystockport.org.uk for more information.

Poster designed by volunteer Jake 🙏😊

26/03/2025

Stockport Council Community Neurodiversity Training: Improving inclusivity of our local businesses in Stockport.

Scan QR Code to access the training or email autism.programme@stockport.gov.uk for more information.

26/03/2025

Disability Stockport Autism Social Group

First Monday of every month

16.00 - 18.00

Disability Stockport
23 High Street
Stockport
SK1 1EG

For more information please call 0161 480 7248 or email david.humphrey@disabilitystockport.org.uk

21/03/2025

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came to our Neurodiversity Celebration Week event yesterday! We made lots of new connections and felt so much positivity in the room. Also a massive THANK YOU to all our amazing volunteers who helped the day run smoothly! 🥳🙏🥰

14/03/2025

Opposition to Cuts in Disability Benefits

Disability Stockport strongly opposes any proposed cuts to disability benefits, particularly those affecting individuals who are unable to work. Such cuts would exacerbate poverty, worsen mental health issues, and further reduce the already limited support available to the most vulnerable and marginalised people across Greater Manchester. We believe this would pose a serious risk of harm.

We cannot take from those who have the least, especially in a society already marked by deep inequalities.

However, we do welcome additional support for disabled people who are able and eager to work, ensuring they have the opportunities and assistance needed to thrive.