Building advocacy networks for people
so that they have a good life even after their parents are no longer here to stand up for them
Building advocacy networks for people
so that their families have peace of mind about the future
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they are empowered to realise their aspirations and contribute to their community
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they form intentional friendships that broaden and enrich their lives
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they develop stronger links in the wider community
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they are as fulfilled and happy as they can be
Encouraging Thoughts about Social Inclusion
04 Oct 2016
We draw strength from a recent blog by Alicia Wood, Chief Executive of Learning Disability England, emphasising the importance of communities where everyone's contribution is valued.
"Dealing with loneliness and isolation with new models of housing and support is crucial," she writes. "Housing and support providers need to start thinking ‘community’ and connecting people up with their communities and peers.
"Imagine a community where people with learning disabilities have a real role in making that community a better place, where people are seen as real contributors to society and have a valued place. This doesn’t cost much but requires a different way of thinking and working."
We couldn't agree more!
You can read the blog here:
From placements to real places to live - new funding to create more adapted housing