We’ve come a long way in raising awareness about autism but there's still more to be done. Join the conversation this week. Like and share to spread the word. #WorldAutismWeek2019
Atu inpatient settings are totally inappropriate for people with Autism and Learning Difficulties
Amanda speaks of the noise and alarms causing distress
Amanda parent's terrible story could so easily become ours. Im awake most nights worrying about this being our journey's end
New research carried out by @Parentkind finds that 3 in 5 parents are worried about their child’s emotional wellbeing and mentalhealth at school: https://t.co/9vAWWXr9sj
Today is World Down Syndrome Day #WDSD! 🎈🎈🎈
People with #DownSyndrome should get the best possible hospital care. 🏆
Do you agree? Join the #TreatMeWell campaign! 🏥
Lets create real change - https://t.co/JeTwSs0xfZ 👈
Why not take time during #BrainAwarenessWeek to learn more about neurological diseases, their effects on people’s lives and the research currently taking place? Read more: https://t.co/ZLTUC5QuiF
#BrainWeek
The ethos at HFHC is to ensure every individual we support is able to live a fulfilling and active life regardless of their complexities. We recently enjoyed a great interactive and hands-on day out at the National Space Centre in Leicester.
Read more: https://t.co/3H3Mnl3n2F
Autism & Learning Disabilities are repeatedly wrongly defined as mental disorders under the Mental Health Act, meaning autistic people can be sectioned without having a mental health illness. Please sign an open letter to Matt Hancock asking for a change. https://t.co/ID0uNDQS5u
With all of the success stories we are hearing about, why isn't medicinal cannabis licenced on the NHS to treat epilepsy? Read our blog post on this subject https://t.co/qMZKd4udPY
Don't take the 'easy' path - when supporting people with complex needs ask yourself, how can I help this individual make the choice themselves? It may not be easy, and may take some time and effort, but you will get there. Read our blog on 'choice' here: https://t.co/J53B9QUiK3
We are holding a RaceRunning taster session in Bath on 21st February in partnership with Nova Sports & Coaching and with support from @Quest_88
A fantastic half term activity! Register here: https://t.co/kdnFK2LyQu
Part of the @BBCCiN CP Can project.
#CPCan#RaceRunning
Really powerful statement from 100 disability and social care organisations, calling on government to pause and co-produce the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill, signatories include @InclusionLondon@DisRightsUK@VODGmembership@LearningDisEng@relresuk https://t.co/oY3n33Ucx9
Don't take the 'easy' path - when supporting people with complex needs ask yourself, how can I help this individual make the choice themselves? It may not be easy, and may take some time and effort, but you will get there. Read our blog on 'choice' here: https://t.co/J53B9QUiK3
Don't take the 'easy' path - when supporting people with complex needs ask yourself, how can I help this individual make the choice themselves? It may not be easy, and may take some time and effort, but you will get there. Read our blog on 'choice' here: https://t.co/J53B9QUiK3
What happens when people don't agree? This guide is aimed at young people with disabilities and helping them to resolve important issues. Please retweet.
#learningdisabilities#SEND#Autism#Guide
This is a really valuable resource for any #YoungPeople aged 16-25 who need more information on resolving issues around #SEND. Please do share widely: https://t.co/0oiG9guHdD @CDC_tweets@ncbtweets
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