20th September 2018
"Government commits to Learning Disability training as mandatory for all NHS staff in the future
The National Autistic Society has recently published an article on how the UK Government will be committing to Learning Disability training for all NHS staff in the future.
On 12th September 2018, the Government published its response to the latest report of the Learning Disabilities Mortality Review. The report sets out a number of recommendations about how to make sure that the NHS understands learning disabilities better and can support people's health needs more accurately. The report also commits to improving staff training and says the Government will work on plans to make learning disability training mandatory.
Research shows that people with a learning disability, many of whom are also on the autism spectrum, struggle to get the care they need and this has tragically led to many people dying. This happens due to a lack of understanding and changes to communication and support.
By compiling this response and looking further into the possibilities of learning disability mandatory training for all NHS staff, it is hoped that many deaths are prevented and avoided altogether. The NHS has identified both autism and learning disability as priorities for their ten year plan to improve the health service and ensure that all staff have the knowledge they need to provide the best possible care".
To view the full version of the Government's Learning Disability Mortality Review, please visit the National Autistic Society website:
http://www.autism.org.uk
"Government commits to Learning Disability training as mandatory for all NHS staff in the future
The National Autistic Society has recently published an article on how the UK Government will be committing to Learning Disability training for all NHS staff in the future.
On 12th September 2018, the Government published its response to the latest report of the Learning Disabilities Mortality Review. The report sets out a number of recommendations about how to make sure that the NHS understands learning disabilities better and can support people's health needs more accurately. The report also commits to improving staff training and says the Government will work on plans to make learning disability training mandatory.
Research shows that people with a learning disability, many of whom are also on the autism spectrum, struggle to get the care they need and this has tragically led to many people dying. This happens due to a lack of understanding and changes to communication and support.
By compiling this response and looking further into the possibilities of learning disability mandatory training for all NHS staff, it is hoped that many deaths are prevented and avoided altogether. The NHS has identified both autism and learning disability as priorities for their ten year plan to improve the health service and ensure that all staff have the knowledge they need to provide the best possible care".
To view the full version of the Government's Learning Disability Mortality Review, please visit the National Autistic Society website:
http://www.autism.org.uk
4th September 2018
"What to expect from Care Workers leaflet
The SSSC has designed a new leaflet entitled "What to expect from your Care worker", that lets people know what type of behaviour and values they can expect from their Care worker(s) and what to do if they have any concerns. These leaflets will be available in all GP Surgeries in Scotland from September 2018.
Care workers, including people in nurseries, care homes, residential care and those delivering care and support to people in their own homes are registered with the SSSC and must meet the standards of behaviour and values set out in the SSSC Codes of Practice for Social Service workers.
The leaflet highlights some of the key areas that make up the expectations of a Care worker, including:
- Professional
- Skilled
- High standards
- Competent
- Confident
It is essential that Care workers display and convey the above qualities when delivering care to those vulnerable within our communities. The leaflet explains these expectations clearly to service users, in whatever the setting, and advises what to do if they are concerned about a carer's behaviour or ability".
For further information regarding the "What to expect from Care workers" leaflet, please visit the SSSC website:
http://www.ssscnews.uk.com
"What to expect from Care Workers leaflet
The SSSC has designed a new leaflet entitled "What to expect from your Care worker", that lets people know what type of behaviour and values they can expect from their Care worker(s) and what to do if they have any concerns. These leaflets will be available in all GP Surgeries in Scotland from September 2018.
Care workers, including people in nurseries, care homes, residential care and those delivering care and support to people in their own homes are registered with the SSSC and must meet the standards of behaviour and values set out in the SSSC Codes of Practice for Social Service workers.
The leaflet highlights some of the key areas that make up the expectations of a Care worker, including:
- Professional
- Skilled
- High standards
- Competent
- Confident
It is essential that Care workers display and convey the above qualities when delivering care to those vulnerable within our communities. The leaflet explains these expectations clearly to service users, in whatever the setting, and advises what to do if they are concerned about a carer's behaviour or ability".
For further information regarding the "What to expect from Care workers" leaflet, please visit the SSSC website:
http://www.ssscnews.uk.com