Empowering people in North Lanarkshire

 

Our Mission Statement

We aim to provide up-to-date information that supports people with a disability and their carers to live as independent a life as possible. We offer support that promotes good mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. We aim to help empower people to have choice and control.

“It’s great that there are people out there who understand what it’s like to be in my situation”

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Welcome to North Lanarkshire Disability Forum

North Lanarkshire Disability Forum is a user led organisation, providing up to date information on Disability issues throughout North Lanarkshire.

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What We Do

North Lanarkshire Disability Forum (NLDF) was founded in 1991 by people with a disability, for and on behalf of, the people who live in North Lanarkshire. We are a membership organisation, please follow this link for further information. We aim to provide up to date information around disabilities through our website, events, social media and group work. We are represented both at a local and Health and Social Care strategic level. We aim to influence policies concerning disability issues raised in North Lanarkshire.

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Our Projects

We are involved in various community planning structures which offer a real opportunity to make the voice of people with a disability heard in the planning and development of services within North Lanarkshire.

We are the umbrella organisations for 2 projects – Improving Lives Initiative & Improving the Cancer Journey Lanarkshire, The Little Care Hub (TLC) with Engagement & Participation at the core of our organisation. Raising the voices and views of those with Long term conditions, disabilities and those affected by cancer including their carers.

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For Long Term Condition/Disability Referrals

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Membership Information

For further information on our Associate Membership and our Supporter Membership please click the following link…

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Membership Application Form

For further details and to apply for Membership via our online application form please click the following link…

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“It was a huge weight off our shoulders when you said you were able to come in with us”

Info Hub

There are many other organisations, both local and national, who can offer you support. Please see below a small selection of these or click the ‘View Full Directory’ button to see all the services in our Info Hub Directory…

Carers Together

Carers have the right to be informed, heard and their views considered. We aim to make a positive difference…

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Inclusion Scotland

Our mission is to achieve positive changes to policy and practice, so that we disabled people are fully included…

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Making Life Easier

An online resource offering information, professional advice and direct access to services and support…

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Recent News

Growth Pot Fund Round 5 Opening Soon

Mar 31, 2026

The Engagement and Participation (E&P) Partnership administers the Growth Pot Fund, designed to help organisations and grassroots community groups strengthen their engagement, participation, and connection with local people. Successful applicants will also be...

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We are recruiting!

We are recruiting!

Mar 10, 2026

**Job Description Brew & Blether Coordinator** Organisation: North Lanarkshire Disability Forum (NLDF) Hours: 21 hours per week Contract: 1year fixed term Location: Community based across North Lanarkshire Reports to: Line Manager / Development Manager Salary:...

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Growth Pot Fund Meet & Greet Session

Growth Pot Fund Meet & Greet Session

Jan 30, 2025

On the 29th of January 2025, the new grantees of cycle 2 of the Growth Pot Fund were hosted to a Meet & Greet Session at the Forgewood Community Centre. The meeting brought together members of the partnership of the E&P Network, grantees from both cycle 1…

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Recent Blog Posts

Meet Jen and Snowball 

Meet Jen and Snowball 

Sep 29, 2021

Hello, my name is Jen, and I am one of the North Lanarkshire Disability Forum volunteers and committee members. I have been volunteering with NLDF for 18 months now. On the 5th August I qualified with my first guide dog…

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Are you an Autism Warrior Parent?

Are you an Autism Warrior Parent?

May 12, 2021

Beverley McGuckin is an Autism Warrior Mum to her two children and works with young people with additional support needs. Beverley is a passionate advocate of the rights of children…

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North Lanarkshire Disability Forum

5 hours ago

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*Repost as previous qr code does not work*Deaf Services Lanarkshire wants your opinion on the future use of the Shawhead Community Centre.Below is a link and a QR code for a questionnaire that they have created for their Community Engagement Event that they are holding at Shawhead Community Centre on 19th October 2026, 4pm - 7pm.Link: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=f_5nv_6EPEGTBNmkkJJ7z2-HvhW6CrVIrqKD5Xi0nc5URDNM... ...

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Scottish women, with one in nine women developing the disease. Women are five times more likely to survive when breast cancer is detected at its earliest stage.In Scotland, the NHS offers routine breast screening to women aged 50 to 70. Those eligible are invited every three years, and the screening process usually takes around 10 minutes. Breast screening does not prevent cancer, but it can identify cancers at an early stage when they may be too small to see or feel.We know that inequalities exist in breast screening uptake and that some people may face additional barriers to accessing screening. By talking openly about breast screening we hope to help increase awareness and support efforts to reduce barriers to accessing the service.Public Health Scotland has produced a video showing step by step what happens during a breast screening appointment. The process is straightforward and usually takes around 10 minutes.You can watch the breast screening video on YouTube:www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YfN_Xo-6YABreast cancer can affect anyone, so it is important to know what is normal for you and be aware of possible changes.A lump or swelling in the breast/chest, upper chest or armpitChanges to the skin, such as puckering or dimplingChanges in the colour of the breast/chestA nipple becoming pulled in or invertedRash or crusting around the nippleUnusual discharge from either nippleChanges in the size or shape of the breast/chestIf you notice something that feels new or unusual, even if you feel well, you should make an appointment with your GP.More information about breast screening in Scotland is available from:NHS inform breast screening information:www.nhsinform.scot/breastscreening· For information in other languages and formats visit www.nhsinform.scot/breastscreening· For information for the transgender community visit this link:www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/screening/screening-information-for-the-transgender-community/Further information and free resources are also available from Breast Cancer Now The UK’s leading breast cancer charity:breastcancernow.org ...

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2 weeks ago

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We're overwhelmed with gratitude to everybody who took the time to visit our stall and attend our presentation at the Participation day in the Bellshill and Mossend YMCA!It was absolutely fantastic to see so many new faces, eager to learn more about what we do, as well as familiar faces who have supported us along the way. We're thrilled to have had the opportunity to share our vision with all of you and hope you had as much fun as we did. Thank you again for your continued support. ...

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2 weeks ago

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Muirhouse and Flemington Community is working to build a stronger, more connected community. They want to give local people more opportunities to come together, meet others, and take part in activities that make a difference. With public events already happening throughout the year, they’re aiming to expand even further — offering more chances to get involved and encouraging local organisations to work together.Muirhouse and Flemington Community are inviting everyone to their next event: the Halloween Festival on Saturday 17 October. It’s a chance to come along, join in, and be part of a growing community effort in Motherwell. ...

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3 weeks ago

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Deaf Services Lanarkshire are hosting a community engagement event on Monday the 19th of October from 4pm to 7pm. It is being held at Shawhead Community Centre in Coatbridge, everyone is welcome and we encourage anyone interested to go along. ...

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3 weeks ago

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Thank you to everyone that came along to our Macmillan Cancer Support Scotland coffee morning, we managed to raise £169.87. It was a fun day for everyone in the office and we had a great time catching up with everyone.Even if you missed us today you can still donate via the link below:donate.justgiving.com/fundraising/cm26043420/donation-amount ...

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Local Events

Online SDS Chat Wednesday 18th August

Online SDS Chat Wednesday 18th August

Jul 19, 2021

“It’s good to talk!”. “I’ve got a whole page of notes I’ve gleaned from the conversations”. Thanks to the participants of our first ever North Lanarkshire SDS Chat…

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Join our online SDS Chat

Join our online SDS Chat

Jun 22, 2021

Do you have experience of trying to access Self-Directed Support, for yourself or on behalf of someone you care for? Or are you interested in doing so? Why not join our online SDS Chat on Wednesday 7th July at 7pm….

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AGM 2025

AGM at NCT Centre, Newmains 10am to 12noon.

Come along and hear about our work over the last year. Register here NL Disability Forum AGM 2025 19/11/25 – Fill in form

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