Our members are people with learning disabilities, families, profs & orgs. We work for human rights equality & good lives. Usually here Mon-Fri RT not agreement
England, United Kingdom
Joined September 2010
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LDEngland retweeted
On Tuesday 17th September, we are running a prep session for any adult in #Leeds with a #LearningDisability who wants to be an elected representative for the #PeoplesParliament!
It is a #volunteer role; find out more here: askingyou.org.uk/elected-rep… #VolunteerLeeds
ALT The Asking You! and Advonet Group logos and People's Parliament logos, along with an Easy Read image of someone voting, are on the left on a white background. On the right, in white text on a blue background, it says "People's Parliament Elected Representative: Preparation Session"
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Shared Lives can be difficult to grow, but the barriers are not insurmountable. Here, Ewan King @SharedLivesPlus, makes the case for Shared Lives to be at the forefront of the new Government’s plans for adult #socialcare. caremanagementmatters.co.uk/…
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Today is officially the last day of our amazing project. Here is our final report in accessible format (7 min video) THANK YOU everyone! Please share!
youtube.com/watch?v=FgKS1tnu…
@VictStuProject @KingstonUni @DimensionsUK @MeetMacIntyre @VODGmembership @MSHospice
LDEngland retweeted
The DSEngage Weekly Workout is back this afternoon at 4pm! The Weekly Workout is a fun and accessible workout for people who have Down's syndrome to enjoy at home! Find out more and register here: loom.ly/2UAgQ6Q
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NHS England have published a leaflet about the GP (doctor) Learning Disability Register.
It helps people think about whether their child or someone they care for, could have a learning disability.
There are plain English, easy read versions. See link below
england.nhs.uk/publication/f…
LDEngland retweeted
Are you following the My Ordinary Life Podcast? @ordinarylife66 is a Filmed Podcast that talks to people with a learning disability to find out about their lives. You can listen to the Podcast on
Spotify - open.spotify.com/show/6MUtEK…
Apple Podcast - podcasts.apple.com/.../my-or…
Amazon Music - music.amazon.co.uk/.../eb5ce…
Or watch it on
Youtube - youtube.com/
@MyOrdinaryLifePodcast
@LearningDisEng #LearningDisability #InclusivePodcast
LDEngland retweeted
We have some exciting changes to #volunteering with us! This includes new roles, helping at People's Parliament meetings and with other work.
If you are in #Leeds, have a #LearningDisability and want to volunteer with us, learn more here: askingyou.org.uk/changes-to-… #VolunteerLeeds
ALT An image with the Asking You! and Advonet Group logos and a drawing of a volunteer sat at a desk on the left. They are all on a white background. On the right, on a blue background in white text, it says "Exciting changes to volunteering with Asking You!"
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On this weeks episode of the @PfkcR Podcast, we have a very special show all about our Inclusive #WellbeingWeek. We got the opportunity to talk to lots of amazing guests which we've compiled into one big episode. We hope you enjoy the show!
podfollow.com/the-people-fir…
ALT Image shows a collage of photos on a board, most of which show people with Learning Disabilities doing lots of different activities. In the centre of the board is a large oval with a colourful logo saying "Inclusive Wellbeing Wee." Poster text reads 'The People First Podcast/ S3 Ep29 Wellbeing Week. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and our website.
LDEngland retweeted
Things can only get better? A new opportunity for Shared Lives
Read @ewandking in @cmm_magazine
caremanagementmatters.co.uk/…
LDEngland retweeted
Have you signed up for our free webinar on the 25th of September? Join @DimensionsUK and LDT in learning how to navigate the challenges and barriers that often present themselves in a child’s transition to adult social care. Learn more:
learn.pavpub.com/ldt-jumping…
LDEngland retweeted
Women with learning disabilities are struggling to access appropriate support during the menopause, experts have said: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c7v5… #InclusiveHealthcare
#MenopauseSupport
#AccessibleInformation #EasyRead
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Our research paper with findings from the Feeling at Home photovoice project is now published and free to read: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/…
We explore what 'feeling at home' means for people with learning disabilities living in staffed group homes.
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Positive Voices - Self advocacy and advocacy on behalf of those who need an advocate is the highest form of service. Looks like a great event everyone …
Positive Voices 2024: Join self advocates from across the country to share and learn together on 3rd October. Book for this free conference or find out more here bit.ly/3Xb8Oqs #SelfAdvocacyWorks
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LDEngland retweeted
Do you want to make public transport safer for disabled people? Your voice matters! 🚎🗣️
Help us understand and tackle disability hate crimes by sharing your story and views in our research survey.
Let’s make public transport and justice accessible now!
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🤔 What is the Human Rights Act?
💡 Our plain language and Easy Read guides explain how the law works, what human rights we all have and how it's related to the European Convention on Human Rights: buff.ly/3ofjJB6
ALT Drawing of scroll with "Human Rights Act" written on it
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The co-produced guidance and template is for Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) to support good practice for health and care passports to help improve health outcomes for people with a learning disability and autistic people. view.officeapps.live.com/op/…
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Thinking about where you might want to live? This Plain English guide can help you to do that, on your own or with the people who support you. This is lots of useful information & resources to help you make the decision that is right for you
Plain English- view.officeapps.live.com/op/…
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📚 Our picture Book Clubs give people with learning disabilities somewhere to make friends, have fun and talk about their lives. Start your own for free ▶️ bit.ly/3vkqjtb
LDEngland retweeted
We're holding our annual Safeguarding Adults Conference at @TrentConfCentre in Nottingham on Wednesday 20 November.
It will include talks, workshops, and performances by @LearningDisEng, @Catch22, @OurDemChoir, and more.
Book your place here: buff.ly/3WBA3e2
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Speaking up can be hard, but staying silent can cause significant long-term harm. Salli Midgley, Director of Nursing, highlights the importance of speaking up about harmful cultures to safeguard people with learning disabilities.
Watch Insider Voices now bit.ly/insidervoices