We were delighted to welcome elected members from across Barnsley to our recent Members Breakfast, an opportunity to share the impact of DIAL’s work and discuss how, together, we can continue supporting disabled and vulnerable residents across the borough. During … Continued
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and energetic individual to join our team as a Social Inclusion Worker. The main aims of this role are to reduce social isolation, improve mental wellbeing, rebuild confidence to reconnect with the community, and support … Continued
The World Cancer Day 2026 theme is: ‘UNITED BY UNIQUE. United in our message, unique in our stories.’ We hear from Graham, our finance and monitoring officer, about his experience with cancer. “On this World Cancer Day, I am reflecting … Continued
We are pleased to announce that there are 14 new Fact Sheets! Our Fact Sheets help you understand your rights and what you’re entitled to. Receive clear guidance and benefits advice on a variety of disability-related topics, such as PIP, … Continued
We had a day FULL of fun at What’s Your Move Day, an Inclusive Sports Festival, on the 24th January at Barnsley Metrodome. It was a fantastic sports festival designed for everyone! What’s Your Move Day was jam-packed full of … Continued
Have the January blues set in? Would you like some help and encouragement to get active outside your own home, and, at the same time, have a friendly chat? If so, look no further! Throughout 2026, Claire, DIAL’s Community Connector … Continued
We’re excited to welcome Claire to the DIAL Team in the exciting new role: Community Connector (Disability Sport and Physical Activity). Claire supports disabled people in Barnsley to get more active and make new connections. She plays an important role … Continued
To mark four decades of DIAL empowering and supporting our community, we launched our £4K for 40 Years Fundraiser. Every penny raised will go directly towards strengthening and expanding our Advice Line service, helping us reach more people, train more volunteers, and respond faster to … Continued
We’re giving away Christmas Hampers for those in Barnsley with a disability or long-term health condition, who could use some support during the cost-of-living crisis. What’s in them… Christmas cards mince pies Maltesers Reindeers gravy stuffing Fox’s biscuit Christmas pudding, … Continued
Would you like to help others and support your community? Together, we can create and build meaningful connections that’ll improve the well-being of older residents in Penistone. By offering weekly one-to-one, friendly contact for just one hour a week, either … Continued
