Steve Hardy
@stevehardyldn.bsky.social
People with #LearningDisabilities #Autism #PeterAndFriends #ChooseLDNursing #LetsTalkAboutSexuality #SelfAdvocacyWorks
Trustee at @dvcdudley.bsky.social
Trustee at @dvcdudley.bsky.social
Have a great week everyone 😀
February 2, 2026 at 8:56 AM
Have a great week everyone 😀
Happy Sunday everyone ♥️
February 1, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Happy Sunday everyone ♥️
Happy Saturday everyone ❤️
January 31, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Happy Saturday everyone ❤️
'Autism Barbie? I’m Not a Fan
Why the new doll isn't a positive milestone for the neurodivergent community'
Why the new doll isn't a positive milestone for the neurodivergent community'
Autism Barbie? I’m Not a Fan
Representation is important for youth living with autism, but a new doll isn't the solution to inclusivity. Here's why I don't care for the new "autism Barbie."
www.psychologytoday.com
January 31, 2026 at 11:02 AM
'Autism Barbie? I’m Not a Fan
Why the new doll isn't a positive milestone for the neurodivergent community'
Why the new doll isn't a positive milestone for the neurodivergent community'
Great to read a good story - The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated two services run by Leaf Somerset as outstanding following inspections in December 2025.
CQC rates Leaf Somerset as outstanding - Care Quality Commission
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated two services run by Leaf Somerset as outstanding following inspections in December 2025.
www.cqc.org.uk
January 31, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Great to read a good story - The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated two services run by Leaf Somerset as outstanding following inspections in December 2025.
Could you be a Shared Lives Carer? #LearningDisabilities
Could you be a Shared Lives Carer? - Kirklees Together
We are calling on local residents to make a life-changing difference by becoming Shared Lives carers..
kirkleestogether.co.uk
January 31, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Could you be a Shared Lives Carer? #LearningDisabilities
The RCSLT welcomes the interim findings from the evaluation of the Early Language Support for Every Child (ELSEC) programme in England, which brings together emerging evidence about the positive impact of the programme in pathfinder sites.
RCSLT welcomes evaluation of Early Language Support for Every Child programme | RCSLT
www.rcslt.org
January 31, 2026 at 10:55 AM
The RCSLT welcomes the interim findings from the evaluation of the Early Language Support for Every Child (ELSEC) programme in England, which brings together emerging evidence about the positive impact of the programme in pathfinder sites.
The High Court has decided the outcome for a claimant would have been the same even had the London Borough of Bromley correctly consulted service users before deciding to close an adult education centre, some of whose attendees have #LearningDisabilities
Judge dismisses challenge to closure of adult education centre despite consultation failures
www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk
January 30, 2026 at 9:33 AM
The High Court has decided the outcome for a claimant would have been the same even had the London Borough of Bromley correctly consulted service users before deciding to close an adult education centre, some of whose attendees have #LearningDisabilities
New CQC report yet more evidence of increasing demand facing mental health services
The CQC report also lays bare that unacceptable racial inequalities still exist #Autism #LearningDisabilities
The CQC report also lays bare that unacceptable racial inequalities still exist #Autism #LearningDisabilities
New CQC report yet more evidence of increasing demand facing mental health services
The CQC report also lays bare that unacceptable racial inequalities still exist.
www.nhsconfed.org
January 30, 2026 at 9:24 AM
New CQC report yet more evidence of increasing demand facing mental health services
The CQC report also lays bare that unacceptable racial inequalities still exist #Autism #LearningDisabilities
The CQC report also lays bare that unacceptable racial inequalities still exist #Autism #LearningDisabilities
LeDeR researchers apologise as republished report shows increased number of avoidable deaths #LearningDisabilities
LeDeR researchers apologise as republished report shows increased number of avoidable deaths - Learning Disability Today
The latest report from LeDeR (Learning from Lives and Deaths – People with a learning disability and autistic people) has been republished and shows avoidable deaths were under reported.
www.learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk
January 30, 2026 at 9:20 AM
LeDeR researchers apologise as republished report shows increased number of avoidable deaths #LearningDisabilities
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in London and the South East Conference - Feb 6
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in the South East | Events | Royal College of Nursing
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in the South East Conference
www.rcn.org.uk
January 30, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in London and the South East Conference - Feb 6
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children due to SEND reforms #LearningDisabilities
Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children due to Send reforms
Survey by disability charity finds 45% of parents of children with complex needs ‘worried support will be taken away’
www.theguardian.com
January 30, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children due to SEND reforms #LearningDisabilities
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in London and the South East Conference on Feb 6th
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in the South East | Events | Royal College of Nursing
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in the South East Conference
www.rcn.org.uk
January 30, 2026 at 7:44 AM
Promoting Learning Disability Nursing in London and the South East Conference on Feb 6th
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
This conference is only for Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities and key stakeholders from across London and the South East.
Today im off to Brighton for my #MentalHealthMatters and to meet the lovely Nathianel Lawson, we'll know advocate; author and campaigner! Interning Nathaniel for #PeterAndFriends #BrightonRocks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
January 30, 2026 at 7:29 AM
Today im off to Brighton for my #MentalHealthMatters and to meet the lovely Nathianel Lawson, we'll know advocate; author and campaigner! Interning Nathaniel for #PeterAndFriends #BrightonRocks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
A timely and worth reading article by @JessicaLDNurse
Down’s syndrome guidance: why learning disability nursing must be at the centre #RNLD
#LearningDisabilities
Down’s syndrome guidance: why learning disability nursing must be at the centre #RNLD
#LearningDisabilities
Down’s syndrome guidance: why learning disability nursing must be at the centre - Learning Disability Today
The draft consultation for guidance on the Down Syndrome Act 2022 so far fails to recognise the importance of learning disability nurses in the health and wellbeing of people with Down's syndrome.
www.learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk
January 29, 2026 at 3:47 PM
A timely and worth reading article by @JessicaLDNurse
Down’s syndrome guidance: why learning disability nursing must be at the centre #RNLD
#LearningDisabilities
Down’s syndrome guidance: why learning disability nursing must be at the centre #RNLD
#LearningDisabilities
A new publication which has a chapter on "Mental Health Legislation' by Chris Hutchinson
and me. Can pre-ordered now but will be out on 9/4. #MHA2025 #MentalCapacity
and me. Can pre-ordered now but will be out on 9/4. #MHA2025 #MentalCapacity
www.amazon.co.uk
January 27, 2026 at 9:52 AM
A new publication which has a chapter on "Mental Health Legislation' by Chris Hutchinson
and me. Can pre-ordered now but will be out on 9/4. #MHA2025 #MentalCapacity
and me. Can pre-ordered now but will be out on 9/4. #MHA2025 #MentalCapacity
Out with Lloyd for a visit to the Towe of London Crown Jewels Lloyd came in to his own. Asking the staff there 'oh what date was Queen Elizabeth born? When he got it wrong he corrected him. It was quite funny but also embarrassing #SelfAdvocacyWorks #LearningDisabilities
January 25, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Out with Lloyd for a visit to the Towe of London Crown Jewels Lloyd came in to his own. Asking the staff there 'oh what date was Queen Elizabeth born? When he got it wrong he corrected him. It was quite funny but also embarrassing #SelfAdvocacyWorks #LearningDisabilities
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
January 15, 2026 at 7:59 AM
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
Some lovely Egyptian Ducks at Queen Mary Hospital yesterday❤️
January 10, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Some lovely Egyptian Ducks at Queen Mary Hospital yesterday❤️
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
January 7, 2026 at 7:36 AM
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
January 6, 2026 at 8:51 AM
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
January 5, 2026 at 7:36 AM
Good morning @chris-dlamini.bsky.social 😀
Autistic student who 'communicates through dance' earns place at top UK dance school
Autistic student who 'communicates through dance' bags place at top dance school
Ross Hoey, 20, from Glasgow says he is often "misunderstood" and risks "burn-out" when socialising but dance is how "he communicates best".
www.dailyrecord.co.uk
January 5, 2026 at 7:35 AM
Autistic student who 'communicates through dance' earns place at top UK dance school
Pressure and coping strategies of caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder in rural areas: a qualitative study
Pressure and coping strategies of caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder in rural areas: a qualitative study - Scientific Reports
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in children is on the rise. Medical rehabilitation resources in rural areas are relatively scarce, and rural family caregivers often bear greater pressure. ...
www.nature.com
January 5, 2026 at 7:33 AM
Pressure and coping strategies of caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder in rural areas: a qualitative study
Comparative Study
Comparing the prevalence of substance use disorders between persons with and without autism
Comparing the prevalence of substance use disorders between persons with and without autism
Comparing the prevalence of substance use disorders between persons with and without autism spectrum disorders - PubMed
Recent research has suggested that people with autism spectrum disorder may be disproportionately at risk of substance use disorders. This study analyzed national-level Medicaid Claims data to compare substance use disorder prevalence among Medicaid enrollees with autism spectrum disorder (<i>N</i> …
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
January 5, 2026 at 7:32 AM
Comparative Study
Comparing the prevalence of substance use disorders between persons with and without autism
Comparing the prevalence of substance use disorders between persons with and without autism