November 2013

Learning disability charity Mencap has welcomed the government’s response to the Francis Report, and the emphasis on transparency, but wants to see strong evidence that patients with a learning disability and their families’ complaints are…
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A group of people representing the Changing Places campaign took part in ‘The Big Squat – a movement for the toilet-less’ yesterday to raise awareness of the need for more accessible toilets.
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A woman with learning disabilities is working with speech therapists in Dorset to provide training to people who support adults with learning disabilities.
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Mencap has cautiously welcomed the government’s announcement of a new GP Contract, but want more clarity on how it will impact on people with a learning disability.
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A new inpatient service in Nottingham for adults with a learning disability and complex mental health difficulties and/or challenging behaviours that cannot be managed in the community will open November 19.
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Horses are helping a group of young people with autism to overcome the issues of social interaction and communication that are so prevalent in the condition.
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Last week, a website launched that celebrated the successes of one-page profiles. In this guest blog, Steve Scown, chief executive of Dimensions, talks about their impact on his organisation.
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Sensory stories can be an important way to provide vital sensory stimulation for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities, as Joanna Grace explains
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The first Learning Disabilities Work Experience Week has been launched, which aims to give people with learning disabilities the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the workplace.
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Care and housing services providers Eden Supported Living and Essential Futures are to merge, it has been announced.
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