@LDEOL

Regional learning disability palliative and end of life care network.

[@LDEOL @LDEOL1]

Our first tweet!

The Midlands #LDEOL network launched last week with members requesting a twitter account to network,share knowledge & good practice.

So here it is!

A platform for anyone interested in improving palliative & #EoLC for people with learning disabilities.

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

Our National Conference is back!

‘Finding the gaps & closing the gaps. Dying, death, bereavement - and people with learning disabilities’ with confirmed speakers inc @ProfMarkTaubert @ElversonJo @DavidHarling1 and @drkathrynmannix.

Register: https://t.co/1nbji2Y3iZ #PCPLD21

[No Barriers Here©️ @NoBarriersHere]

With @HalasHomes for the final #NoBarriers workshop using weaving for #storytelling and reflective practice. We reflected on previous conversations about end of life choices… concluding that talking about death and dying isn’t as hard as you think!

@JedJerwood @gemma_allen1

[Gemma Allen (she/her) @gemma_allen1]

Tackling inequalities and breaking down barriers for people with intellectual disabilities to discuss wishes and priorities at end of life.

#PalliativeCare #inequalities #inclusion #compassionatecommunities #publichealthpalliativecare @DyingMatters

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

Still time to register for our free webinar next Tuesday. Who will be joining us?

[Gemma Allen (she/her) @gemma_allen1]

Very much looking forward to the next in @PCPLDnetwork webinar series.

We’ve another great line up of international speakers, including 8 people with intellectual disabilities speaking about end of life decisions. Do join us!

Free to register: https://t.co/VzB2lX6BRy

[Gemma Allen (she/her) @gemma_allen1]

Looking forward to being part of the panel reviewing abstracts & award nominations for this years @PCPLDnetwork conference.

Possibly the only UK conference dedicated to #palliativecare and #learningdisabilities. Register here at early bird rate: https://t.co/OsculABLGx

[David Harling @DavidHarling1]

A huge congratulations @chris_dlamini on receiving an extremely well deserved CNO silver award. Thank you for your courageous leadership, for your vision and values, and of course, for your mischief! So well deserved!!! 👏🏼 #LDNsymp @teamCNO_

[Dudley Voices for Choice Self Advocacy @DvcDudley]

At the board listening to expert with lived experience- “I was out of crisis but not a functioning person having an understanding of my sensory needs helped me and the world make reasonable adjustments to make things work for me” @Dudley_D_S @charliclement_

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

Finding the gaps & closing the gaps. Dying, death, bereavement & people with learning disabilities’.

Don’t miss out! Early bird tickets for #PCPLD21 Annual Conference are available until 30th June. #CallforPapers & Award nominations also close next Weds.
https://t.co/UbRjmLkqYO

[Sarah Offley 💚 @DVCSarahO]

Ok all our LD and beyond Twitter family looking to host a NATIONAL conference for learning disabilities designed and hosted by themselves. Who is in? Sending out follows now using let’s make it happen 18 handle

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

Last change to register for our webinar this Tuesday.

Join the #GRASSroots group who planned, presented & interviewed special guests @clairehenry_ @towns_claire Dr Hilary Tedd & @FoxNikkiFox about death, dying & grief during the pandemic.

#LearningDisability #PalliativeCare

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

*Plenary session announcement*

We are excited to announce the third plenary speaker for #PCPLD21 Virtual Conference, @NHSEngland Head of Learning Disability Nursing David Harling.

Registration opening soon with special #earlybird rates.

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

*Plenary session announcement*

We are excited to announce the second plenary speaker for #PCPLD21 Virtual Conference: Dr Jo Elverson- Hello- Goodbye! Getting the best out of transition to adult health services.

Registration opens next week with special #earlybird rates.

[@LDEOL @LDEOL1]

Looking forward to this conference. One for anyone working within #PalliativeCare or #LearningDisability fields.

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

*Plenary session announcement*

We are excited to announce the first of our plenary speakers for #PCPLD21 Virtual Conference. Professor Mark Taubert - “Igam Ogam” - Pandemic advance care plan experiences in Wales.

Watch this space for registration information & early bird rates!

[Gemma Allen (she/her) @gemma_allen1]

#WhatMattersMost discussions, normalising conversations about death and dying in our community to discover people’s wishes, beliefs and values.

A unique approach to advance care planning 🎨

#ACP #PalliativeCare #Hospice #coproduction #communication

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

Registration open for the next PCPLD webinar! This event is planned, produced & presented entirely by people with learning disabilities.

Get ready for interviews from the GRASSroots group, with presenters who aren’t afraid to speak about death & dying.
https://t.co/NMD1bfXBCC

[@LDEOL @LDEOL1]

We know of excellent good practice in the Midlands and beyond. @LDEOL1 members, submit your abstracts!

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

📣 #CallForAbstracts for the @PCPLDnetwork Annual Conference!

👉🏼 Exceptional opportunity to showcase good practice, service development, innovation or research to national and international delegates at our conference.

⏳Submit for oral or poster presentation before 30th June.

[@LDEOL @LDEOL1]

Excellent work happening in the Midlands! Take a look at @PCPLDnetwork Linda McEnhill Awards and nominate your teams!

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

We really want to hear from you!

Have you, or anyone you know, made a positive difference to end-of-life or bereavement support of people with learning disabilities? Why not consider putting them forward for recognition through the Linda McEnhill Award? https://t.co/QVfEDqQ3IN

[PCPLD Network @PCPLDnetwork]

Do Not Resuscitate?
DNACPR & people with learning disabilities webinar

What is DNACPR? Why are the terms DNR or DNAR unhelpful, confusing & potentially dangerous? In what circumstances is CPR not a good option & DNACPR appropriate?

Register now: https://t.co/V0P76JHW2v
#PCPLD