Concern over pressure on parents of children with learning disabilities
One in three parents of a child with a learning disability is in a “distressed relationship”, according to a new report. This is higher than the level of distress in
Read MoreOne in three parents of a child with a learning disability is in a “distressed relationship”, according to a new report. This is higher than the level of distress in
Read MoreProgress towards equality for disabled people in the UK “continues to be patchy and torturous”, campaigners have warned. Disability rights groups have submitted a “shadow report” to a United Nations
Read MoreMany families with children who are disabled or have special educational needs are struggling to find information on childcare, according to a new report. It suggests that in many areas,
Read MoreDame Christine Lenehan was asked by the Department of Health to take a strategic overview and recommend what practical action can be taken to co-ordinate care, support and treatment for
Read MorePrison is not an easy ride – not least for those with autism spectrum disorder. We know from experience that some prisoners are more vulnerable to bullying and victimisation, more
Read MoreThe Scottish Sensory Awards, from the Scottish Council on Deafness (SCoD) and the Scottish Council on Vision Impairment (SCOVI), showcase good practice, promote the rights of people living with sensory
Read MoreHospital bosses with responsibility for the treatment of a pregnant woman with learning difficulties did not launch legal proceedings quickly enough, a Court of Protection judge has said. Managers had
Read MorePeople with learning disabilities across the country are set to benefit from £25 million of funding to help them live more independently in their own homes. Health Minister David Mowat
Read MoreA woman with learning disabilities is to be cared for at home on a trial basis after members of her family won a court fight with council social services bosses.
Read MoreThere are “system-wide” problems in the way NHS investigates patient deaths which leave family members in the dark about failures in care, a damning new review has found. The review
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