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The social worker advocating for people with learning disabilities

Community Care

When speaking to Elaine James, her passion for upholding the rights of people with learning disabilities is almost infectious. This is also evident in her accomplishments as the head of service for learning disabilities and preparation for adulthood at Bradford council. Can you tell me about your work with Promote the Vote?

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Law to bolster child protection announced in Labour’s first King’s Speech

Community Care

The government has also not confirmed how much of its predecessor’s Stable Homes, Built on Love agenda to reform children’s social care by, among other things, investing more in family support and kinship care to reduce the need for statutory interventions.

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CQC delivers initial verdict on council adults’ services under new assurance system

Community Care

Gaps in care for people with more complex needs Authorities reported gaps in care for people needing specialist dementia care, autistic people, those with learning disabilities and people with mental health needs.

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How to Write a Capacity Assessment | Best Tips or a Pain in the Neck

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For example, I ensure the person has all the relevant information to make the decision for example: financial advocacy, support services within the community, medical condition/prognosis; effects of medication; activities of daily living assessments,; details of care home; risks in returning home; care options, etc.