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Helpful hints to support people with learning disabilities living with dementia

24 July 2014 0 Comments

A recent Down’s Syndrome Association event was a helpful reminder about what we all need to think about when involved in the lives of people with learning disabilities.

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World Cup fever!

9 July 2014 0 Comments
World Cup fever!

In my last blog I told you a little about myself and my work at the Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Foundation but In this blog I will tell you about my main interest – football.

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Having a child with Downs Syndrome has taught what is important in life

7 April 2014 0 Comments
Having a child with Downs Syndrome has taught what is important in life

Holly Rorke, mother of Wilby, shares how her son’s arrival has enriched her life and the importance of celebrating diversity.

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Learning Disability Week 2013: “What I get and need from acting is professional respect”

23 August 2013 5 Comments
Learning Disability Week 2013: “What I get and need from acting is professional respect”

Upstairs Downstairs actress Sarah Gordy, who has Downs Syndrome, talks about what work means to her.

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Learning Disability Week 2013: Teaching life skills

22 August 2013 0 Comments
Learning Disability Week 2013: Teaching life skills

Hayley Goleniowska is a blogger and mother of Natty, who has Downs Syndrome. As part of Learning Disability Week, she talks about the importance of teaching life skills.

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