Free training & learning events!
We've teamed up with Boards & Partnerships across the region to provide a varied programme of free training & learning events for people working with adults, children, or families.
View the programme and book your place: https://t.co/G6LlQs6V1j
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Did you know that dementia can affect how people use British Sign Language?
Many people living with dementia experience issues with communication. But not everyone knows what signs to look for when the person experiencing these symptoms uses BSL.
It might look like struggling to find the right signs - we all do this sometimes, but with dementia a person can struggle to find even common, everyday signs.
It might also look like use of signing space shrinking, or you might notice that the production of their signs seems less clear and more vague.
Another possible change is the use of 'old signs' from childhood that they might have learned at school, or using original signs or old regional variation signs from their home country or city.
They might also go back to using more lip reading or oral speech and less signing because during their childhood they were taught to speak rather than sign.
If you’re worried about dementia symptoms in yourself or someone else, you can call our Dementia Support Line via SignVideo, which links the user up with a BSL/English interpreter who can live translate the conversation with one of our Dementia Advisers.
And please share this post to raise awareness and help everyone affected by dementia get the support they deserve.
#DeafAwarenessWeek
NEW and updated Prevent Awareness FREE virtual training from Prevent from Leeds City Council
📅8 June 2026
🕰️4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
🏢Online via Microsoft Teams
For details and to book a place👉https://t.co/YBx0wsNdXv
Free training & learning events!
We've teamed up with Boards & Partnerships across the region to provide a varied programme of free training & learning events for people working with adults, children, or families.
View the programme and book your place: https://t.co/G6LlQs6V1j
If you work with adults in Leeds, we want to hear about your experiences of safeguarding.
Please answer our short questionnaire: https://t.co/JgJn1nc9Z9
Someone’s asked you to be their attorney – what happens next?
It’s a big responsibility, but also a sign of trust. An LPA helps you step in only if they can’t make decisions themselves.
Find out what the role involves: https://t.co/OCunv68KAJ
#YourVoiceYourDecision
If you haven’t received your DBS certificate within 14 days from the despatch date, you can apply for a DBS reprint.
This guidance advises when we can and can’t process a reprint, and provides the reprint form for Standard and Enhanced DBS checks: https://t.co/v7Tg2aHoPc
The staff team constructed session with Leeds Safeguarding team.
We discussed and learned more about
Physical, sexual, or financial abuse.
Psychological or emotional abuse.
Neglect or self-neglect.
Domestic abuse.
Modern slavery
Cuckoing
Scams
Great session with @LeedsSAB
If you work with adults in Leeds, we want to hear about your experiences of safeguarding.
Please answer our short questionnaire: https://t.co/JgJn1nc9Z9
After loss changed everything, Shirley made a lasting power of attorney – giving her and her family peace of mind for whatever the future holds.
Her story shows why it’s never too early to plan ahead.
#YourVoiceYourDecision
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DBS has launched a new podcast series, DBS Discussions: Safeguarding in Focus
Each episode covers key topics including eligibility, regulated activity and how DBS supports safer recruitment
Listen to the first episode now on Spotify, Amazon and YouTube.
https://t.co/kARlknYnMF
When you’re looking for love online, check out the person, not the profile. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, and do your own research #RomanceScams https://t.co/kzjJMdI6ps
What is love bombing? 💔
A manipulative tactic that criminals can use steal your money or personal info. They overwhelm you with attention and constant communication.
Always consider the possibility of a romance scam and #TakeFive to speak to a friend.
In this episode of our Safeguarding Matters Podcast, Joanne Wheatley discusses how @DBSgovuk is working to make safer recruitment more accessible with their free outreach services: https://t.co/D0LawmIYUn