April 2015

Talking therapies can make a real difference to people with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Ian A McMillan reports
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As tablet computers grow in popularity and use, people with learning disabilities are increasingly experiencing the benefits that they can bring. Dot Reeves investigates
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Children with complex health needs or who are dependent on medical technology and their families want to lead as ordinary a life as possible, but find many barriers to achieving this. However, they can be broken down through adaptations and…
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A survey carried out by Haringey’s learning disabilities partnership board revealed serious concern and distress about levels of service provision By Mary Langan from Haringey Autism and Sarah Miller, director of Markfield Community Centre.
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The political party manifestos have failed to mention people with learning disabilities, and a new poll of MPs show many “do not understand” the issues this group of people face, according to a service provider.
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Leading politicians from the five main political parties outlined some of their policies and gave their own views on what needs to happen to the welfare system after the general election at an event organised by a coalition of charities.
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Three years ago Ross Baker was living as a virtual hermit, but a change in support provider has enabled him to blossom and play a full part in his community. Editor Dan Parton reports
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Nando’s has teamed up with web app Good Food Talks to make their all-new, healthier menu easier to read for the estimated 10 million people in the UK with some form of dyslexia.
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A state-of-the-art home for people with severe autism in Bromborough in the Wirral has been officially opened by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Merseyside, Dame Lorna Muirhead DBE.
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The Law Society has published a new practical guide on the law on deprivation of liberty for lawyers and health and social care professionals.
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