Disability Huntingdonshire – What We Do
We support you with any aspect of your benefits application so you can achieve independence at home
The majority of our staff have a disability or care for someone who does, so we understand the barriers disabled people can face
We can provide home visits, removing barriers to benefits for those who cannot travel
DISH provides information, advice and support for people living with a disability in
Fenland, Huntingdonshire and South Cambridgeshire.
Headline News
Disability Huntingdonshire premieres new film showcasing The Difference DISH Makes
Disability Huntingdonshire (DISH) today launches The Difference DISH Makes, a new promotional film produced by Light and Star Media, which highlights the charity’s impact across Huntingdonshire, Fenland and South Cambridgeshire.
Known locally as DISH, the charity supports people with disabilities and older people to access support and apply for welfare benefits to support their needs. The film The Difference DISH Makes profiles DISH’s work and features contributions from staff, clients and referring organisations, offering a powerful insight into the difference the charity makes every day.
The film was created after DISH was selected as the winner of Light & Star Media’s filmmaking giveaway during Small Charities Week 2025.
Both films produced as part of the project are available on DISH’s website at www.dish.org.uk.
Martin John, Director of Light and Star Media, said:
“It has been such a pleasure working with DISH, who won our filmmaking giveaway as part of the 2025 Small Charities Week. Light & Star Media exists to help third sector organisations ‘shine a light and lead the way’ through filmmaking. Unfortunately, people with disabilities are often stigmatised, so my hope is that this short film helps to raise awareness of the issues they face, as well as raise the profile of the excellent work that DISH does in Huntingdonshire and surrounding areas. To learn more about our work, visit www.lightstarmedia.co.uk“
Tracy Hyland, Chief Executive of DISH, added:
“This film was created with the sole intention of demonstrating the impact DISH makes, not just to the staff, but to people who use our services or refer to us. The uniqueness of what we do is best told by the people who use our services. We are delighted and incredibly grateful to both the clients and organisations who contributed to this amazing piece of film. For any organisation looking to capture the true impact of their work, I cannot recommend Martin enough. He guided us through the process with professionalism, kindness and patience, and what he has produced is something we are all very proud of.
The Difference DISH Makes – 6-minute version
The Difference DISH Makes – 3-minute version [...]
Celebrating our Trustees for Trustees’ Week
This Trustees’ Week, we proudly celebrate the incredible individuals who serve as trustees of Disability Huntingdonshire (DISH). Their commitment, guidance, and belief in our purpose enable us to provide compassionate and expert support to people living with a disability across our community.
At DISH, trustees are more than board members — they are champions of inclusion, accessibility, and community. They guide our strategy, uphold our values, and ensure our services remain impactful and responsive.
Tracy Hyland, Chief Executive, commented:
Trustees are the backbone of any charity, often unnoticed and regularly undervalued, but no charity can function effectively without their oversight and support, particularly in these challenging times for charities. So my huge thanks must go to our board of trustees, who are respectful, challenging (as they should be), but are always encouraging and stay because they love what DISH does. Thank you.
Meet out trustees
Hilary Bayles
Amy Bosse
David Bowers
Melody Chanakira
Chris Harding
Bill Templeton
Georgie Wark
Nic Wells
Gethyn Williams
Why our trustees serve
We asked some of our trustees what inspired them to join DISH and what being a trustee means to them:
I wanted to give back by helping shape an organisation that empowers all people to access their rights and independence. I work alongside a passionate team who genuinely put people first, making a tangible difference in our community. I’m so proud to be able to use my skills to help ensure everyone has access to fair, independent advice and the support they need to live with dignity and confidence.
Georgie Wark
I became a trustee with DISH because… too many people with disabilities are judged instead of supported – both by the stigma around benefits and a system that can feel dehumanising. I’m proud of our work to give people dignity, fairness and access to the benefits they’re entitled to.
Gethyn Williams
To all our trustees: thank you for your time, your insight, and your unwavering support. You help us stay true to our mission and grow stronger every year.
Interested in joining our board?
We welcome individuals who share our passion and values. If you are interested in joining our board of trustees, get in touch by emailing apply@dish.org.uk
What is Trustees’ Week?
Trustees’ Week is an annual awareness week and a time to celebrate the achievements of nearly one million trustees across the UK.
Find out more about Trustees’ Week [...]
Call for strategic approach to end poverty in Cambridgeshire
On Monday 16th June, The Cambridgeshire Poverty Strategy Commission was proud to launch its report ‘A call for a strategic approach to end poverty across Cambridgeshire‘.
Our Chief Executive, Tracy Hyland, was involved with this innovative publication with a number of other colleagues from across Cambridgeshire. The premise of the report was summed up in the foreword ‘From the outset, our aim has been clear: to better understand the reality of poverty in Cambridgeshire and to help shape meaningful and realistic recommendations that can influence change. Our work has taken place within a tight timeline and against a backdrop of growing need, rising inequalities, and increasing pressures on services and communities alike.’
Tracy commented,
It was a privilege to be involved to work with like minded colleagues who wanted to suggest solutions to the ever growing rise in need across our county. Together, we can affect change.
You can find out more about the Poverty Commission and read the full report on the Cambridgeshire County Council website. [...]
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