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Learning difficulties

BASW and RiPfA unite on projects to improve social work practice

Lyn Romeo, 18 October 2018 - Co-production, Education and training, Knowledge and skills, Learning difficulties

One of the reasons I chose social work as a profession is the way it constantly evolves to take on new challenges, skills and responsibilities. As much as we lead the way in person-centred care, we also react to the …

Lessons learned from the named social worker programme

Lyn Romeo, 24 July 2018 - Consultation and engagement, Knowledge and skills, Learning difficulties, Mental health, Our profession

This week sees the launch of the final publications of the Named Social Worker programme, launched by the Department of Health and Social Care two years ago and involving nine local authorities from across England over its two phases. Next …

What’s in a named social worker? Quite a lot!

Lyn Romeo, 7 August 2017 - Co-production, Innovation, Learning difficulties, Mental health

Last year's pilot scheme prepares to roll out further. Deadline for expressions of interest is 25 August 2017! Earlier this year, I wrote a blog applauding the early success of an initiative in which people with learning disabilities, mental health challenges …

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