DO YOU HEAR ME?
In a world where communication is essential for connection, people with learning disability frequently face challenges in getting their voices heard. “Do You Hear Me?” highlights the common feeling of being unheard that many people with an disability experience and calls for a shift in perspective to truly see and hear their voices. In a […]
Do You See Me?
People with learning differences have unique strengths that light up the world in ways others may not see at first glance. Embrace diversity, celebrate strengths. Many people with a learning disability do not feel seen due to social stigma and barriers placed by society. Unconsciously, we often create bias and differentiate people as ‘us’ and […]
The Goals of PROACT-SCIPr-UK® Training
PROACT-SCIPr-UK® training is part of the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practices developed to support people with diverse needs and behaviours that challenge to lead an independent and fulfilling life in the community. Based on the values of the whole-person approach, the PROACT-SCIPr-UK® methodology aims to identify and prevent all the possible triggers that could stimulate behaviours that […]
Safeguarding Children: Health and Social Care Roles
Safeguarding is a critical responsibility for health and social care professionals. It covers a wide range of concerns, from abuse and neglect to exploitation. Child safeguarding necessitates comprehensive policies and protocols. These frameworks offer best practices and guidance, empowering professionals to effectively respond to concerns and recognise the signs of abuse. What is Safeguarding Children? […]
An Employer’s Guide to Autism and Neurodiversity
Around one million autistic people live in the UK, each with unique experiences, strengths, and perspectives. However, due to a lack of inclusivity and accessibility, autistic people have one of the highest rates of poor mental health and one of the lowest employment rates. This is unacceptable and avoidable: with the right support, many autistic […]
What Is Stimming and How Does It Affect the Mental Health in Neurodivergent Individuals?
Stimming, a term used to describe self-stimulatory behaviour, is often associated with the autism spectrum and neurotypical individuals. It involves different repetitive movements or sounds that a person may perform to express feelings, navigate sensory overload and self-soothe. Below, we explain the unique nature of stimming, its meaning, and its purpose. We also discuss how […]
Exploring the Impact of Delayed Hospital Discharges
Despite government initiatives, delayed hospital discharges remain a significant concern for families, hospitals, and local authorities. Within the social care sector, the increase in delayed hospital discharges arises from a multifaceted array of factors. This can further be worsened when an unnecessary hospital admission turns into a long-term inpatient stay, leading to a range of adverse effects and consequences for the individual and their family.
Integrating Mental Health and Social Support Services
Mental health challenges stand as the leading contributor to disability in the UK. As NHS suggests, one in four adults may experience at least one diagnosable mental health condition a year, affecting their personal, social and overall quality of life. Lack of integrated mental health services often means that people needing mental health support receive […]
Are People Involved in Their Care?
How do health and social care services support people’s involvement in shared decision-making about their care, treatment and support? To what extent are people actively involved in their own care? National healthcare research, including our white paper publication, reveals that over 40% of people want to be more involved in their care, and the numbers have […]
What Needs to Be Improved in Health and Social Care Sector
Improving health and social care services requires consistent collaboration and informed decisions founded on evidence-based practices and personal experiences. To support the national service model in building the right support for people with lived experience, we conducted a white paper survey to gain a better understanding of what needs to be improved in our health and social […]
