Archive for the 'Learning disabilities' News Category
Disability Hate Crime Awareness Event 07/02/2012
Posted on Friday, January 27, 2012
The key topic to be covered on the day is disability hate crime – what it is, and what people can do about it.
All Wales People First Business Manager
Posted on Tuesday, January 10, 2012
We are seeking a person who shares our vision and is committed to our values who will be responsible for the internal management of AWPF including day to day administration, financial, business and performance management.
Autistic Spectrum Disorder Survey 30/09/11
Posted on Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Carmarthenshire County Council Education and Children’s Services are trying to identify gaps in Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) specific service provision. They would like parent carers of children with ASD to complete the short online survey – http://www.websurveymaster.com/s/Haipac_Survey1. The survey will close on Friday 30th September. For more information, please contact Cindy Jenkins, Mencap Family Adviser [...]
e-Petition: Anti Learning Disability hate crime
Posted on Friday, July 22, 2011
The petition seeks to challenge the government of Wales to recognise the importance of creating policies which address the negative attitudes towards disabled people and their families held by some in our communities in Wales.
Mencap Family Adviser Assistant 24/06/11
Posted on Thursday, June 9, 2011
We are looking for a Family Adviser Assistant to join our team and work mainly in our Carmarthen office to help deliver our busy service.
Welsh Dyslexia – Business Development Manager 16/06/11
Posted on Thursday, June 2, 2011
Business development manager, Salary – £22958 (12 month appointment initially), 35 hours a week.
Consultation: Personal Independence Payment 01/08/11
Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2011
Please see link below regarding the consultation on draft assessment criteria for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) which the coalition government are introducing to replace DLA – despite the strong opposition to this expressed in the DLA consultation earlier this year. The consultation website is: http://ow.ly/52F5O There you will find a series of briefing notes [...]
Basic Skills & Dyslexia Awareness 24/06/11
Posted on Thursday, May 12, 2011
This FREE workshop will investigate how we can introduce simple processes in the workplace and also source funding. Join us at: Friday, 24th June 2011 10am – 3pm The Mount Centre (CAVS), Carmarthen Friday, 1st July 2011 10am – 3pm GAVO Office, Brynmawr Friday, 8th July 2011 10am – 3pm BAVO Office, Maesteg To reserve [...]
Carmarthenshire People First Family Advocate 03/06/11
Posted on Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Job Title: Family Advocate Hours: 37 per week Salary: scale 5 point 24, £20,858 per annum. Accountable to: Carmarthenshire People First Advisor. Office base: Carmarthen Purpose of the post: To provide independent advocacy support and representation to parents who have learning disabilities. Download application pack here (zip file) Contact the CPF office for more information [...]
Carmarthenshire People First Secures Big Lottery Fund
Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Carmarthenshire People First has secured a new Big Lottery Fund people and Places grant of £120,398.
Introduction to Learning Disability and Mental Illness – 04/03/11
Posted on Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Introduction to Learning Disability and Mental Illness – 04/03/11
Advocacy Co-ordinator – 18/02/11
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011
The advocacy co-ordinator’s role will be to respresent, support and advocate for people with learning disabilities. A full CRB disclosure is required for this post.
Short Breaks/Respite Policy for Adults with a Learning Disability
Posted on Tuesday, November 23, 2010
A short break (respite) has a significant impact on individual’s independence and choice by contributing to the care elements which maintain people in their own homes and enable carers to continue caring.
Autism in Wales Project – online survey
Posted on Friday, September 17, 2010
We would like as many people in Wales as possible to tell us more about how they are affected by autism, and fill in this survey: www.surveymonkey.com/s/autisminwales. After you’ve filled it in, please forward this email on to anyone else you think will be interested.
Making Information Easy to Read and Understand 21/10/10
Posted on Thursday, September 16, 2010
This one day course will help delegates make information easier to read and understand for people with learning disabilities. Delegates will then be able to produce accessible: Leaflets, Letters, Minutes from meetings, Agendas, Reports, Posters.
London 2012 Olympics Volunteering opportunities for people with a learning disability
Posted on Thursday, August 5, 2010
Mencap wants people with a learning disability to get the opportunity to become volunteers at the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics.
Wanted: Young people to plan, develop and deliver CCNUK 2011 conference
Posted on Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Following on from the success of the CCNUK “Moving On” conference this year, due to the participation of young people and their excellent presentations, work is being started on CCNUK Wales’ Conference which will take place March 2011.
E-Petition: Funding Dyslexia Welsh Language Resources 10/09/10
Posted on Monday, July 26, 2010
We call on the National Assembly for Wales to encourage the Welsh Government to fund Dyslexia Wales so that it can develop some of the resources that were recommended by the Enterprise and Learning Committees report, entitled Support for People with Dyslexia in Wales, which was published in July 2008, with a follow-up report published in October 2009. These include a Welsh-language screening test, dedicated and appropriate Welsh-language resources and meeting the costs of the free Dyslexia Wales helpline.
Department for Work and Pensions: Benefits Literature Review
Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010
This report contains the findings of a review of the literature on the needs, preferences and experiences of people with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities when accessing benefits, specifically Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance (AA).
Capacity Act Conference 09/07/10
Posted on Tuesday, June 22, 2010
It is over two years since the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) came into force. There should now be a good understanding of the principles of the MCA across health and social care services. The challenge now is to make sure that the Act is part of everyday practice.
[lang_en]Bowel Screening Wales: Resource for people with Learning Disabilities[/lang_en][lang_cy]Sgrinio Coluddion Cymru: Pecyn i helpu pobl ag anableddau dysgu.[/lang_cy]
Posted on Thursday, May 13, 2010
[lang_en]A UNIQUE teaching pack designed for people with a learning disability, has just been launched by Bowel Screening Wales.[/lang_en][lang_cy]Mae Sgrinio Coluddion Cymru newydd lansio pecyn addysgu UNIGRYW ar gyfer pobl ag anableddau dysgu.[/lang_cy]
[lang_en][/lang_en][lang_cy][/lang_cy]Communicating through Touch on June 23
Posted on Wednesday, April 14, 2010
[lang_en][/lang_en][lang_cy][/lang_cy]This one day workshop will help those that care for someone with an Autism Spectrum Disorder use touch to help communication, relaxation and the relief of stress and anxiety.
Scope Money Matters Survey 12/01/10
Posted on Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Scope would like to know more about the financial experiences of disabled people and families with disabled children, deadline 12 January 2010
Rowan Organisation opens its doors to Welsh speakers
Posted on Friday, December 18, 2009
This is the first office in Wales for the organisation and will provide bilingual services to people who receive Direct Payments.
Supporting Parents with Learning Disabilities Course 20/10/09
Posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2009
There are still places available on a Supporting Parents with Learning Disabilities course which is to be held at Learning Disability Wales, Cardiff on October 20th 2009.
Mencap Carers’ Event on Housing Options 17/9/09
Posted on Thursday, August 27, 2009
Mencap Cymru Family Adviser Service is organising a Carers’ Event on Housing Options for people with a learning disability, at The National Botanic Gardens on Thursday September 17th 2009 from 10.30am – 2.30pm.
Learning Disability Wales: Stopping abuse event 29/9/09
Posted on Thursday, August 6, 2009
Learning Disability Wales is organising two events which will look at what is happening locally and nationally to prevent the abuse of people with learning disabilities. Cardiff – Tuesday 29th September 2009, Llandudno – Thursday 1st October 2009