
Learning Disability Wales
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https://www.ldw.org.uk 25-07-2011 14:40:49
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Mental Health Awareness Week 12th -18th May If you live in #wales and need #help with your #mentalhealthissues, we are here 24/7 for #support and #signposting. CALL 24/7 - Mental Health Wales 0800 132 737 or Email: [email protected] (gk) #itsokaytonotbeokay #MHAW2025 #mhaw


'Why are these difficult decisions always borne by the poorest, most vulnerable and Disabled? We could be making different decisions, like taxing wealth' Disabled MP Nadia Whittome MP speaks powerfully against the Government's planned benefit cuts bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…


Another kick in the teeth for human rights. NHS England has stopped publishing its data on restrictive practices in adult acute and adult learning disabilities mental health inpatient settings. Six years this month since #WhorltonHall and you really have given up haven’t you

Learning Disability Wales's Annual Conference is taking place in North and South Wales this November! Thursday 6 November 2025 in Llandudno Junction and Thursday 13 November in Swansea More information is available at ldw.org.uk/event/my-home-… Learning Disability Wales #MyHomeMatters


Disability Rights Taskforce in Welsh Govt Consultation on antibullying Please share. Comisiynydd Plant | Children's Commissioner Wales Niwrowahaniaeth Cymru/Neurodivergence Wales WLGA Disability Wales Learning Disability Wales gov.wales/rights-respect…




Learning Disability Wales is a national charity representing the learning disability sector in Wales. They support people with a learning disability to live, learn and work. Visit: ow.ly/Xz2X50VvAnZ Learning Disability Wales #WellbeingForWork #JobSearchSupport



📢 New analysis with Policy in Practice shows that UK reforms to disability benefits will increase poverty in Wales. 📄 Read the full report: ow.ly/BiMi50VWmoJ


If you are 14-25 and have a learning disability Welsh Parliament wants to hear from you about Welsh Government draft budget. Welsh Parliament is running a focus group online to hear your views Monday 9 June 2025 4-5pm. Email [email protected] to take part ldw.org.uk/welsh-parliame…

Os ydych chi rhwng 14-25 oed ac ag anabledd dysgu mae Senedd Cymru eisiau eich barn ar sut y dylai Llywodraeth Cymru wario ei harian. Senedd Cymru yn cynnal grŵp ffocws ar-lein 9 Mehefin 2025 am 4-5pm. E-bostiwch [email protected] i gymryd rhan ldw.org.uk/cy/mae-senedd-…

Join our Teams webinar on Thursday 19 June 2025 (1pm-2.30pm) to find out more about Welsh Government 'Guidance for social workers for families where the parent has a learning disability.' Register via the link here: ldw.org.uk/event/working-…



The Family Fund has grants available for families in the UK caring for a disabled or seriously ill young adult aged 18 to 24, who is living at home. Eligible families are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible here: familyfund.org.uk/your-opportuni… #YourOpportunity



Are you a Learning Disability Nurse who is, or has previously been, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)? If so, Professor Vanessa Heaslip from University of Salford would appreciate your feedback through her survey below: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/salford/rnld… #LearningDisability
