Very real concerns over report into ATUs
Paul de Savary This week Secretary of State for Health & Care, Matt Hancock announced an ‘immediate’ review, to be carried out by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), into practices in Assessment and Treatment Units (ATUs), including the prolonged seclusion and long-term segregation used in the ‘care’ of individuals with complex learning disabilities and autism. […]
OxFSN Information Fair – 30th November 2013
We are delighted to say that we will be supporting the OxFSN Information Fair 2013 again this year and will be there on the day to discuss future options for your child with you. OxFSN (Oxfordshire Family Support Network) is a not for profit organisation for families by families of children & adults with learning disabilities. Every year they hold […]
Kidz Up North Review
We had such a fantastic day at Kidz Up North yesterday held at Event City in Manchester. Great location for a venue as it is right next to the Trafford Centre, and so much buzz throughout the day with lots on offer in terms of support, products and specialist services for children and adults with […]
Fulfilled Days
We came across an article on the USA Today website which highlights a work incentive set up in California, USA by parents for their adult children with Autism. These parents have got together and set up various social enterprises to employ their children by creating bespoke jobs which play to their own personal strenghts, i.e. […]
The Autism Show 2013
After the fantastic success of The Autism Show, London on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th June 2013, we’re delighted to announce that we will be attending The Autism Show in Manchester Friday 28th and Saturday 29th June 2013. The Manchester Show is being held at EventCity in the City. More information, including directions to […]
