The Learning Disabilities Managed Care Network (LD MCN) aims to support regional quality improvement, service development, and highlight suitable resources.
I know from experience it takes great commitment and a huge amount of work to introduce a Member’s Bill. Many congratulations @JeremyRBalfour on introducing this important Bill, @Enable_Tweets will look forward to contributing as it is considered by @ScotParl#Rights#Inclusion
Consultation on Learning Disabilities, Autism & Neurodivergence Bill launched
Views are being sought on proposals to better protect, respect and champion the rights of people with learning disabilities, autistic and neurodivergent people
Have your say ➡️ https://t.co/0CIjjFSMHI
We've just launched a brand new report today looking into psychiatric services in Scotland and why they're under extreme pressure. Our analysis also offers solutions for the future.
Download here👉https://t.co/i3fbwaPp4N
Our third masterclass on AWI, exploring capacity, will be hosted with @NHS_Education for health, social work & care professionals.
It will take place on Thursday 2 November on MS Teams.
Places are limited - please register here:
https://t.co/XGhjV5dlV7
🧵1. Today we finally get to share #ResearchForEveryone23 with you! We believe everyone has the right to meaningful health information. We co-created animations, podcasts & infographics with self-advocates to make health research easier to understand. https://t.co/Qw8VTXFQTt
Mencap's Acting Chief Executive Officer, Jackie O’Sullivan, responded to the Prime Minister's comments at today's #ConservativeConference which demonise people on benefits.
Read below. 👇
People with a #LearningDisability can get a COVID-19 booster jab this Autumn. 💉
Check you are on the learning disability register at your doctors to make sure you get invited for the #CovidBooster.
Learn more with our #EasyRead read guide: https://t.co/B2IDBKnqRx 👈
Today we published a new report on placements of people from Scotland with mental ill health or learning disability outwith their NHS health board area.
We found positive experiences of care, concerns over discharge planning & lack of oversight of costs:
https://t.co/BL5pUMbLYl
A masterclass on the Adults with Incapacity Act and decision-making will be hosted with @MentalWelfare for health, social work & care professionals.
It will take place Thursday 24 August on MS Teams.
Find out more and register https://t.co/7bL5zIZfut
Participants will gain a good understanding of the principles of 24 hour postural care in practice by listening to & discussing the lived experience of family carers alongside support & the sharing of professional knowledge from an experienced Practitioner.
@ccpscotland
Don't forget to register for #SWLearningWeek2023!
Taking place from Monday 2 to Friday 6 October 2023, this year’s theme follows the five workforce pillars of the National Workforce Strategy for Health and Social Care.
Find out more and register https://t.co/jAl0NSsI0I
📣 #ScotLDWeek23
👀 Blog 3: Caught in the riptide
"Disabled people and their families can and will lead the change, but they need allies to launch the boats and provide safe harbour. They cannot do it alone."
More via 👇
https://t.co/3iQegwypRS
#LeadToChange#SocialCare
Beyond Words has made some great picture books about bowel cancer screening, breast screening and cervical screening. These resources are free to download and print off from the Beyond Words website. https://t.co/zX37vABSfm
Ahead of @mencap_charity's #LearningDisabilityWeek in June, our Deputy Chief Nurse Billy Hatifani explains why it’s important to champion the voices of people with learning disabilities.
Read the full blog 👉 https://t.co/HZofzlVvJC