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Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC)
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A voluntary organisation led and run by disabled people, offering a range of services to support people in Surrey to live independently. www.surreyilc.org.uk
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Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) @surreyilc.bsky.social · Jul 18
Meet Ted, another outstanding example of the remarkable PAs you can find on Support Finder!
Ted's dedication and empathy in his role significantly enables Mike's independence.
Visit our website: supportfinder.org.uk

#PASpotlight #CareJobs #Jobsite #SurreyJobs
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We are running three brand new FREE in-person courses for PAs, in Feb and March, funded by @skillsforcare.bsky.social. They're all 1-day and accredited. Now available to book! surreyilc.eventbrite.co.uk

#PATraining #IndependentLiving #SkillsForCare
Promotional graphic from SILC advertising free in‑person PA training courses in Guildford. Courses listed are Paediatric First Aid on 27 February 2026, Embedding Person-Centred Care in Everyday Practice on 5 March 2026, and First Aid for Mental Health on 19 March 2026. Also text saying "For bespoke Moving and Positioning training for your PAs, in your own home, contact us: training@surreyilc.org.uk". The design includes SILC branding and an image showing a personal assistant supporting a wheelchair user outdoors.
February 3, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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Employers of PAs: If you're receiving a Direct Payment, we are offering bespoke Moving & Positioning training in your own home for your PAs. This training must be arranged by you rather than your PA(s). Contact us for more info. training@surreyilc.org.uk or 01483 458111
February 2, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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Our PA Employer Peer Support group is well underway! If you missed this one, keep an eye out for the next one which you'll be able to book soon!

Website: www.SurreyILC.org.uk

#IndependentLiving #PeerSupport #SurreyILC
Two members of SILC staff standing in a meeting room, with a presentation screen behind them showing the Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) logo. Bottles of fruit juice arranged in a neat line on a wooden table, with apple and tropical juice flavors visible on the labels.
January 29, 2026 at 12:36 PM
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If you live in Surrey and are unhappy with the NHS treatment you have received, our team can provide free, confidential, and independent advocacy support to help you to make a complaint about an NHS service, provided in partnership with Healthwatch Surrey. #TestimonialTuesday.
January 27, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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Employers of PAs: If you're receiving a Direct Payment, we are offering bespoke Moving & Positioning training in your own home for your PAs. This training must be arranged by you rather than your PA(s). Contact us for more info. training@surreyilc.org.uk or 01483 458111
January 26, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Our FREE certified PA Training courses for 2026, funded by Skills for Care, are available to book! If you feel you could benefit from any of our free PA training courses, you can book here: surreyilc.org.uk/training-for...

#PATraining #IndependentLiving #SurreyJobs
Graphic promoting free online training courses for Personal Assistants and Employers, funded by Skills for Care, from Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC). Courses and dates: Safe Administration of Medication – 29/01/26; Health & Safety Awareness – 07/02/26; Learning Disability with Dementia – 13/02/26; Person Centred Care – 18/02/26; Mental Health Awareness – 24/02/26; Dementia Awareness – 02/03/26; Diabetes Awareness – 11/03/26; Epilepsy Awareness – 17/03/26; Safe Administration of Medication - 26/03/26. Booking link: https://surreyilc.eventbrite.co.uk/. Blue background with orange accents, SILC logo, and image of a younger person assisting an older person who is reading a piece of paper.
January 23, 2026 at 4:21 PM
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Surrey County Council is asking for feedback on its draft Adult Short Breaks (respite care) policy.
Your views can help make sure the policy is fair, transparent and works well for people.
👉 Have your say:
surrey-county-council.civilspace.io/en/projects/...
Adults Wellbeing and Health Partnerships Short Breaks Policy Consultation
surrey-county-council.civilspace.io
January 22, 2026 at 3:36 PM
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When you shop, brands give free donations to SILC at no cost to you! Sign up today, and your regular shopping could very well bring in big donations for SILC! easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/silc

#Donation #Fundraising #EasyFundraising @easyfundraising.bsky.social
January 21, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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Our free Emergency First Aid at Work training for PAs is in full flow! For our full list of available training for PAs: surreyilc.eventbrite.co.uk

#EFAW #FirstAidTraining #FreeTraining #SILC
January 20, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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📣 We are launching the first ever UK-wide Power of Attorney Day on 22 April alongside Standard Life

We want to help people understand the urgency of having a Power of Attorney in place before it is needed.

Find out more here: https://powerofattorneyday.org.uk/
Red background with white text that reads "POWER OF ATTORNEY DAY," surrounded by two curved arrows. Below, the date "Wednesday 22 April 2026" is displayed.
January 15, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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Employers of PAs: If you're receiving a Direct Payment, we are offering bespoke Moving & Positioning training in your own home for your PAs. This training must be arranged by you rather than your PA(s). Contact us for more info. training@surreyilc.org.uk or 01483 458111
Promotional graphic for Surrey Independent Living Charity advertising “Bespoke Moving & Positioning Training for Direct Payment PA employers.” The image shows three people using a hoist attached to a bed in a presumed training session. Text on the graphic reads: “Employers: Contact us if you believe your PAs would benefit from this training to keep everyone safe and confident.” The SILC logo appears in the bottom right corner.
January 15, 2026 at 4:58 PM
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Please ask your PAs to join us tomorrow - don't miss out! Our facilitated IN-PERSON peer support group for PAs to meet and support each other is TOMORROW, 15th January at 5.30pm. Sign up via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pa-peer-su....
Promotional graphic for a peer support group for personal assistants, organized by Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC). The top section has the SILC logo on the left and a PA Peer Support logo on the right. Large text reads: “Peer Support for Personal Assistants, Jan 15th 5.30–6.30pm.” Below, a blue box says: “Join us tomorrow – don’t miss out.” The text explains the group is for PAs to meet and support each other, facilitated by SILC, with bullet points: “Share experiences and common issues, Access opportunities and training, Share best practice, Connect with each other.” A note at the bottom says: “Sign up via the Eventbrite link in the description!” and “This peer support group is IN PERSON at our office in Guildford, GU4 7HL.” Background includes a cosy indoor setting with people sitting and holding mugs.
January 14, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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If you require a PA to support you to live independently, we provide a lot of information and support to people becoming employers of PAs - surreyilc.org.uk/employer-hub/ It is great to get such positive feedback on our services.
#MakingADifference #TestimonialTuesday #IndependentLiving
January 13, 2026 at 10:32 AM
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Our FREE certified PA Training courses for 2026, funded by Skills for Care, are available to book! If you feel you could benefit from any of our free PA training courses, you can book here: surreyilc.org.uk/training-for...

#PATraining #IndependentLiving #SurreyJobs
Graphic promoting free online training courses for Personal Assistants and Employers, funded by Skills for Care, from Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC). Courses and dates: Autism Awareness – 14/01/26; Mental Capacity Act – 21/01/26; Safe Administration of Medication – 29/01/26; Health & Safety Awareness – 07/02/26; Learning Disability with Dementia – 13/02/26; Person Centred Care – 18/02/26; Mental Health Awareness – 24/02/26; Dementia Awareness – 02/03/26; Diabetes Awareness – 11/03/26; Epilepsy Awareness – 17/03/26; Safe Administration of Medication - 26/03/26. Booking link: https://surreyilc.eventbrite.co.uk/. Blue background with orange accents, SILC logo, and image of a younger person assisting an older person who is reading a piece of paper.
January 9, 2026 at 11:22 AM
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Our next facilitated IN-PERSON peer support group for Employers of PAs to meet and support each other is on 29th January 2026 at 11am. Sign up via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pa-employe....

#PeerSupport #PersonalAssistant #IndependentLiving
Peer Support Group for Employers of PAs, In-person Group in Guildford, Lunch Included, Thurs, Jan 29th at 11am to 2pm. This group is being held at Astolat in Guildford and is for PA Employers to come together and gain knowledge and advice around all aspects of employing a PA. Sign up via the Eventbrite link in the description.
January 6, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Happy New Year everyone! SILC's now open and back in action. #IndependentLiving.
Graphic with a blue and orange design featuring a close-up of a hand holding a telephone handset next to an office desk phone. Large text reads: “Happy New Year” in orange and white, followed by “We’re open again and back in action” in white. Bottom right corner shows the Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) logo.
January 2, 2026 at 10:14 AM
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at SILC! Our offices are closed from midday on the 24th December, and open again when we return at 9am on Friday 2nd January. We hope you have a lovely break!
#Christmas #Charity
A festive Christmas scene with a decorated tree, wrapped presents, and a fireplace with four red stockings hanging. The image includes a blue and orange banner with the message: “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! SILC is closed for the Christmas and New Year period from 12pm on 24th December, and reopening 2nd January at 9am.” The Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) logo appears in the bottom right corner.
December 23, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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When you shop, brands give free donations to SILC at no cost to you! Sign up today, and your last minute Christmas shopping could very well bring in big donations for SILC! www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/silc

#Donation #Fundraising #Christmas #ChristmasPresents
Promotional graphic encouraging last‑minute Christmas shoppers to use easyfundraising: “You shop. Brands donate.” Support Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC). Sign up at www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/silc. Festive scene with an adult hugging a child near a Christmas tree.
December 17, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Abolishing local Healthwatch removes trusted, independent scrutiny. It’s the wrong move.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...

@healthwatchengland.bsky.social #healthwatch #government #petition
Petition: Review decision to abolish independent local Healthwatch
We are asking the government to: • Revisit its decision to abolish local independent services that speak up for the public • Consult with the public to codesign a service which meets their needs and s...
petition.parliament.uk
December 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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You have responsibilities as an employer, but we've made them easier to understand with our library of resources available right now on Support Finder. Every silver & gold member can access them! www.supportfinder.org.uk

#IndependentLiving #PA #Disability #SupportWorker
December 11, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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If you live in Surrey and are unhappy with the NHS treatment you have received, our team can provide free, confidential, and independent advocacy support to help you to make a complaint about an NHS service, provided in partnership with Healthwatch Surrey #TestimonialTuesday
December 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Our next facilitated IN-PERSON peer support group for Employers of PAs to meet and support each other is on 29th January 2026 at 11am. Sign up via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pa-employe....

#PeerSupport #PersonalAssistant #IndependentLiving
Peer Support Group for Employers of PAs, In-person Group in Guildford, Lunch Included, Thurs, Jan 29th at 11am to 2pm. This group is being held at Astolat in Guildford and is for PA Employers to come together and gain knowledge and advice around all aspects of employing a PA. Sign up via the Eventbrite link in the description.
December 4, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we join others in acknowledging the need for a more inclusive and accessible world. #SocialModelOfDisability #IDPD #IDPD2025 #InclusionMatters
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December 3, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Give the gift of independence this Christmas 🎁🎅!
Support a local charity making a big difference for hundreds of people in Surrey every year. surreyilc.enthuse.com/silc#!/

#MakeADifference #GiveBackThisChristmas #SmallCharityBigImpact #GiveAGift
Promotional graphic for Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) featuring the charity’s logo and the message: ‘Make a difference close to home this Christmas!’ The text explains that SILC is a small charity making a big difference for people in Surrey, and that donations help provide practical advice and services to keep independence possible. Includes a thank-you note for supporting SILC and a donation link: https://surreyilc.enthuse.com/silc#!/. The design uses a blue background with white and orange accents and an image of two people engaged in conversation with paperwork, with a young child.
December 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Have Your Say: Surrey County Council is consulting on its 2026/27 draft budget. Rising costs and reduced government funding mean tough choices ahead, and your feedback matters.
surrey-county-council.civilspace.io/en/projects/...
Surrey County Council 2026/27 Budget Consultation
surrey-county-council.civilspace.io
November 28, 2025 at 11:48 AM