More goings on and some updates

Hi readers, it’s Emily and Kerry writing here today, happy to be back together again. It’s been tricky for us to catch up recently because we’ve both been so busy.

So much so that I, Emily, am going to take a little break for now. But don’t worry, the good news is that Kerry will be sharing stories and thoughts with other People First Dorset members and friends. I’m already looking forward to hearing what she writes!

One thing I, Emily, have been doing, is moving to Universal Credit. This has proven to be been a challenging experience, so I’m glad Mum has been there to help me with all the forms and meetings. Some questions are really difficult, especially one asking for the start and end date of my disability. These forms are not exactly designed for people like me, with a lifelong condition.

As for me, Kerry, I’ve been out and about this week. Me and my support worker, Louise, went to Sherborne. We like the charity shops there because they usually have lovely clothes. We also sat by the Abbey which was so peaceful.

This week I also met up with people from People First Forum, a charity like ours, but covering Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. They had come to Dorchester for the day, so myself and Chris, who used to work for People First Dorset and is on our Management Committee, spent some time with them. It was good to see them all, and we had a very enjoyable visit to Dorset County Museum.

As for next week, well that will be a surprise, as who knows who I, Kerry, might be writing with! Meanwhile I, Emily, will be back as soon as I can.

Wishing everyone a lovely week.

The writers of the Our View column are supported in their editing by People First Dorset - a charity led and run by people with learning disabilities with support from staff