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Ordinary residence, extraordinary mess

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Saba Salman

Tweet“Disabled people in residential care who want to live more independently are being prevented from doing so by funding wrangles between local authorities” – that’s taken from a piece I wrote three years ago, but since then little has changed. … Continue reading →

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Tailor-made technology: systems and support in social care

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Saba Salman

TweetJulie Heightley was so worried about her son Thomas suffering an epileptic fit at night that for two years she slept on a camp bed outside his room. The broken sleep and constant supervision of Thomas, who has autism and … Continue reading →

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“It’s important that while I’m having fun, Stanley is having a great time too”

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Saba Salman

Tweet Stanley Holes is, says his little brother Albie in the brief video diary above, simply “the best brother I could ever have.” Albie’s love for his 16-year-old brother is reflected in this short film which I just watched and … Continue reading →

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Art thinks outside the box

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Saba Salman

TweetOne glance at James Lake’s giant 3D portrait of baritone David Rushbrook, and you may never look at a cardboard box the same way again. Lake’s showstopping sculpture, created through the painstaking layering of cardboard, is intended to move, sing … Continue reading →

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Puck, peppermint tea and posh frocks: my fabulous sister

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Saba Salman

TweetLearning disability charity Mencap has a marvellous blog, which features, amongst other things, some very personal contributions. The site recently featured a lovely and touching piece from journalist and Mission to Lars filmmaker Kate Spicer on her brother Tom (he … Continue reading →

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Young, free and single-minded

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Saba Salman

TweetYoung people who have helped transform their neighbourhoods despite are among those being celebrated in today’s Prince’s Trust annual awards. Amid recent figures showing youth unemployment has nearly hit 1m, it is inspiring to hear how teenagers and young adults … Continue reading →

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A different perspective on learning disability

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Saba Salman

Tweet A stereotype-shattering art project, which uses photography to counter negative mainstream attitudes towards people with Down’s syndrome, is showcasing the last eight years of its work. Shifting Perspectives Photographic Exhibition 2005 – 2013 is at the South Bank in … Continue reading →

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“People who have a learning disability have the right to good services, choices and a good life”

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Saba Salman

TweetIf only more people had the chance to develop in confidence like Laura Minett. Laura, who I interviewed for a Guardian social care piece today, works as an expert by experience. Her part-time role through the charity which supports her, … Continue reading →

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The project that helps you “be” something

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Liz Naylor

TweetWhen I first met Linda, she told me: “When I was growing up I couldn’t imagine being anything”. I met Linda when I was delivering a training course aimed at former substance misusers who wanted to become “recovery champions” and … Continue reading →

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The season to be jolly?

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Carrie Holroyd

TweetHooray, it’s Christmas! Yes, the season to be jolly is upon us once again. But that’s OK because everyone loves Christmas, right? Well, I’m not a fan and I know I won’t be the only one shunning the Christmas cheer, … Continue reading →

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