People who identify as LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transexual) are said to make up between 5% and 10% of the general population. That means that a significant minority of the people we support with learning disabilities identify as LGBT.
Gov.uk How digitalised care planning could support my son and others like him
Stella Smith’s son Andrew has needed considerable ongoing support since the age of four when he was diagnosed with an autism spectrum condition. Ever since then, one of the greatest challenges for Stella and her family has been getting the different services involved in his care to work together. With thanks to our friends at the Professional Record Standards Body (PRSB).
FCA and NAS: easy read banking guide
The Financial Conduct Authority has worked with the National Autistic Society to publish a special banking guide for autistic consumers.
Councils cannot cap personal budgets under Care Act, Ombudsman warns
Councils cannot set maximum budget levels when calculating the cost of people’s care, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has said.
The Ombudsman has issued the advice after an investigation found Wiltshire Council had a policy of placing people into bands, and paying in line with those banding levels, regardless of need. This is contrary to the Care Act.
CQC Board appoints Ian Trenholm as new Chief Executive
Ian Trenholm has been appointed as CQC’s new Chief Executive and will take over the role from Sir David Behan when he leaves in July.
