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NICE resources to help support autistic people
Quick guide: enabling positive lives for autistic adults. Quick guide: assessment and diagnosis of autism, what to expect. Webinar: supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic...
Vitamin D
In 2016 Public Health England issued guidance that population groups at increased risk of vitamin D deficiency (such as people who are confined indoors, including those in care homes) should take a daily 10 micrograms/400 units vitamin D supplement throughout the...
HCPA’s CEO Sharon Davies is awarded an OBE…
It is with great pride that we can announce Sharon Davies, CEO at HCPA has been recognised for her contributions to the Adult Social Care sector across Hertfordshire and beyond. Sharon’s work has...
BBC Two – ‘Inside the Care Crisis’ with Ed Balls documentary
Did you see the recent BBC Two Documentary ‘Inside the Care Crisis’ with Ed Balls? Whilst much of the information was fantastic there were some areas for concern, in particular the use of clear-panelled/transparent face masks when delivering personal and direct care....
Central Alert System: Slim X2 Insulin Pump – Discard or Destroy Mains Power adapters
Source: Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) Summary The Slim X2 insulin pump, manufactured by Tandem Diabetes Care, has an exposed component that may cause and electrical shock to the user or patient. Action Identify patients supplied with...
Let’s Talk… Dementia
Source: The Hospice of St. Francis Leading Dementia and Palliative Care specialists, Dr. Tammy Angel and Dr. Sharon Chadwick (Medical Director at The Hospice of St. Francis), will be sharing their expertise on all areas of Dementia. Find out more about:...
Enabling Positive Care for Autistic Adults
Source: Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) Social workers need to identify particular care and support needs of autistic adults and to ensure that, through working closely with the person, they can tailor support that meets their needs. Having good...