Free support for Disabled people across the UK under threat as advice centres face surging demand and funding shortages, finds @adviceuk.bsky.social https://buff.ly/3ZIiSJ0 @disrightsuk.bsky.social #Disability 🧵 1/2

1️⃣🎥 Meet Matthew – with a significant hearing impairment, he was unable to cope until he accessed help from his local Deaf and Disabled people’s organisation. Our powerful film showcases how advice services can transform lives. #AdviceSaves www.youtube.com/watch?v=S157...

2️⃣💬 “I was really anxious – I was up at night worrying about not having enough money. If it hadn’t been for their help, I would still be struggling to get by. I feel very lucky to have had their support.” – Matthew 💬 👇 (2/3)

3️⃣ Yet advice centres nationwide are at breaking point. Our #AdviceUK research shows that long-term funding & resources are urgently needed to ensure they can continue to help those who need it. #AdviceSaves (3/3)

Our #AdviceSaves campaign is pushing for action to support the independent advice sector. We asked members for the top 3 changes they want from government - here’s what they said. Thanks to Nishkam Centre, Talking Money & all who shared ideas. bit.ly/advice-saves...