Safeguarding adults is a process that protects an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. It involves people and organisations working together to prevent and stop the abuse and neglect of people with care and support needs. Whilst Local Authorities are given legal duties to safeguard adults under the Social Services… Read More
Dementia Support in a Diverse World
There is growing awareness of the need for better dementia research to improve the support given to people living with dementia. The Alzheimer’s Society has estimated that 1 in 3 people born in the UK will be diagnosed with dementia in their lifetime. This figure identifies the need to provide dementia support to people with… Read More
Webinar: Exploring romantic need as part of mental health social care practice
Our fourth webinar in our conference series – On the Journey: Navigating Mental Health Abstract The ability to form strong relationships is viewed as central to mental health recovery. Few studies have explored the experiences of people with mental health problems in forming or maintaining romantic relationships. This study addressed this gap through conducting focus… Read More
