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Andrea Sutcliffe, the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) new chief inspector of adult social care, has outlined a “fresh start” for the regulation of adult social care services. But will it be?
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Ratings for all care homes and more use of ‘experts by experience’ in inspections are part of the “fresh start” for the regulation of adult social care services, the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) new chief inspector of adult social care…
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People living with dyspraxia are still often misunderstood and unfairly labelled by the public, according to the results of a new survey.
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A woman with autism and learning disabilities is helping to design a backdrop for an upcoming club night thanks to a mentoring programme.
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Showcase Cinemas has become the fourth chain to join the Autism Friendly Films initiative, service provider Dimensions has announced.
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Two athletes with a learning disability will represent Great Britain at the 2013 Inas World Table Tennis Championships in Hong Kong this December, the UK Sports Association for people with a learning disability (UKSA) has announced.
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Interventions in children who have neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or dyslexia where language can be delayed should be undertaken before the age of 4, researchers have claimed.
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A Bristol-based group of cyclists with learning disabilities and mental health needs have formed their own accessible cycle club after their council-run scheme ended after the summer holidays.
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Social care charity Choice Support has bought learning disability housing provider the Roy Kinnear Charitable Foundation.
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A charity has helped to place 12 young people with disabilities – physical and learning – into work placements in the past year after setting up a transitions service.
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