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LibertyThe newsletter from Surrey Independent Living Council
LinkWinter 2014
SILC, Astolat, Coniers Way, Burpham, Guildford, Surrey GU4 7HLTel: 01483 458111 Fax: 01483 459976 TEXT: 07919 418 099
Email: [email protected] www.surreyilc.org.ukFacebook: facebook.com/SILConline Twi�er: @SurreyILC
Welcome to SILC’s Winter newle�er. You may have no�ced already that your Liberty Link is in a different format. You’ve either got the new A5 size magazine, or the large print A4 version. We’re trying it out and would love to hear some feedback on the new look! Please contact us by email on [email protected] or call 01483 458 111 and give us your view on the new format.These days we have a lot of different services here at SILC. Sca�ered throughout the newsle�er are interviews with our staff about their roles and why each and every role is important.We’re very happy to announce that SILC has won a na�onal independent living award for our PA Finder service! It’s wonderful that all the hard work we do at SILC is recognised na�onally. We will con�nue to develop and deliver our services to a very high standard.
On behalf of the trustees and staff at SILC, we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy new year. See you in the Spring!
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ContentsPage 3Epsom and Ewell Talking NewspaperPage 4SILC: what we do - ILAsPage 6Dyscover - A life worth livingPage 7Surrey Heath SportsAwards 2014Page 8Brenda visits the QEF Mobility Centre in BansteadPage 9SILC’s new appren�ce PAPage 10What’s in store this Christmas at Hub Redhill Independent Living ShopPage 12SILC: what we do - SMAs
SILC is managing its Carbon Foot PrintSILC recognises the importance of
environmental concerns and our printersat Blackdown Fernhurst Ltd. ensure
compliance with all currentenvironmental legisla�on.
Page 14Tour of Britain - R U Able 2Page 15Pugsley’s PatchPage 18SILC: what we do - FMAsPage 19Training for PAs and Employers run by SILCPage 24SILC won a na�onal Independent Living Award!
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Epsom and Ewell Talking NewspaperFor the Blind & Visually Impaired
The Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper (EETN) is a service for people who have difficulty reading text. It is not necessary to be registered as blind to receive the Newspaper. The Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper produces and distributes an audio recording each week on a Thursday consis�ng of three main sec�ons:
The News – taken from local newspapers
The Magazine – with a varied selec�on of ar�cles, recipes, poems and jokes, and
The Supplement – with ar�cles both of general interest and of special interest to the blind and par�ally sighted.
There is no charge for the newspaper if you are registered blind. For those with an impairment that makes reading difficult, please contact EETN to see if you’re eligible to receive it for free. Soon, you’ll be able to listen for free via the EETN website (see below).
The Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper is a registered charity and is affiliated to the Talking Newspaper Federa�on.
If you’re interested in receiving the talking newspaper, or just want some more informa�on about EETN, you can;
Phone: 01372 721519 (Answer machine)Website: www.eetn.org.ukPost: Swail House, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AZ
Charity No: 294942Honorary President: Mayor of Epsom
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Talking newspapers inother areasThis ar�cle focuses on the Epsom and Ewell TN, but there are others available throughout Surrey, too.www.tnf.org.uk for a full list. Here are a few examples:Guildford TN - 01483 800173Woking TN - 01483 489239Dorking TN - 01306 883699Tandridge TN - 01883 335945
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Independent Living Advice and Supportwith two of our advisers, Ian and Dean
Independent living advisers (ILAs) Ian Southey and Dean Beverley are part of the frontline team at Surrey Independent Living Council helping people get their direct payments up and running.
Both men have a wealth of experience in offering support and advice, ensuring those assessed by social workers to be eligible for direct payments find the right care and have the choice and control they want.
Direct payments are a great op�on and are provided to people or their carers so they can buy their own support services. They offer flexibility by giving
money to people themselves in place of social care services.
Using the scheme might entail employing a personal assistant and our ILAs areable to advise and support in thatimportant process.
“Becoming an employer is a responsibility but it is also a great choice to have,” explained Dean. “Direct payments can change lives because it’s great to be able to organise when and how you have your care and using a carer who has been chosen by you and who is employed by you.”
SILC: what we doWith a focus on Independent Living Advisers, Financial Monitoring Advisers and Supported Managed Accounts.
Throughout this issue of Liberty Link, you will find interviews with some of our staff here at SILC. They explain what they do and the posi�ve impact it has on people we support, enabling them to live more independently.
Dean Beverley, ILA
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Help to keep good financial records, finding liability insurance, even si�ng in on interviews between clients and prospec�ve personal assistants is just some of the wide range of help on offer from our ILAs.
Direct payments are also not only about personal care. They can be used to poten�ally buy respite care or to take part in ac�vi�es, fund transport or to buy equipment for the home, depending on the individual’s assessed needs.
“Direct payments are about choice and so we are here to help make that happen. The scheme allows people to live independently and be part of their community, whatever their circumstances, by giving them the skills and advice to lead life on their own terms,” said Ian.
Of course, no-one has to use the direct payments scheme. Care can s�ll be given directly from social services, if preferred.
SILC operates an award winning website - www.pafinder.org.uk - that allows people to look for personal assistants, plus it’s packed with useful adviceand �ps.
To find out more about direct payments andwhether you or a family member may be eligible,
call SILC on 01483 458 111or visit www.surreyilc.org.uk
Ian Southey, ILA
DYSCOVER – A LIFE WORTH LIVING“It was like a light turning on,” says Barry Mcillroy (right), remembering his first visits to Dyscover. A�er a stroke at just 56, Barry felt that his world had finished. “But at Dyscover you’re encouraged and you think, ‘hang on, no it hasn’t’. You can do anything you like in life.”
As a result of his stroke Barry has aphasia, a difficulty in speaking, wri�ng, listening and reading. He is fortunate to have made great strides in his language recovery, and now, three years a�er his stroke, Barry has regained his confidence and zest for life. He has progressed to being a volunteer at Dyscover, helping other members to get the most out of life.
Dyscover is a specialist Surrey charity offering people with aphasia long term support and opportunity. Our unique and comprehensive programme of conversa�on groups, courses and extra ac�vi�es is led by Speech and Language Therapists and supported by trained volunteers.
Weekly sessions enable people with aphasia of all levels of severity to communicate to the best of their abili�es in a happy and s�mula�ng environment. Help and support are provided for carers and other family members who have to come to terms with the profound changes in their lives. Dyscover is based in Walton-on-the-Hill, with a satellite in New Malden. Our services are available to anyone who we feel could benefit and is able to reach these centres. Dyscover receives no statutory funding and could not operate without its network of volunteers or the people who help to raise the funds that make our work possible.
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CONTACT [email protected]
Tel: 01737 819419
www.dyscover.org.uk
On Sunday 19th October 2014 the annual Surrey Heath Sports Awards were held at Camberley Theatre. R-U-Able2 were there as a fairly large group wai�ng with baited breath to see if we had won any awards.
Organised by Surrey Heath Borough Council, the awards honour people from all over the borough who have excelled in sports.
R-U-Able2 are delighted that we have been awarded with the Sports Club of the Year Award, presented by Councillor Bob Paton, the Mayor of Surrey Heath.
Surrey Heath Sports Awards 2014
“R-U-Able 2 were thoroughly worthy winners of the Surrey Heath “Club of the Year” award. Despite the fact they were in an incredibly compe��ve category with more established ‘tradi�onal’ sports clubs, the panel couldn’t ignore their con�nued and faultless dedica�on in their work towards crea�ng a more inclusive society with opportuni�es for all.
On behalf of Surrey Heath Borough Council we are extremely proud and grateful to have a group like R-U-Able2 making such a difference in our community.” says Ben Sword, Surrey Heath Community Engagement Officer.
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www.r-u-able2.org.uk
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Banstead Mobility Centre is part of the Queen Elizabeth Founda�on for Disabled People (QEF) and was ini�ally a�ached to the Banstead Rehabilita�on Centre for young people with brain injury.
Part of rehabilita�on involves ge�ng people independently mobile again, some�mes with the aid of wheelchairs, scooters and cars. Driving simulators and other equipment enable the staff to undertake assessments for mental and physical dexterity and alertness. As more diagnos�c equipment became available, the site at Banstead became too small, so the Mobility part of the service moved to a larger site at Carshalton, where it remains to date.
The Mobility Centre at Carshalton covers a much larger area with offices, a wai�ng room/coffee
shop, a huge room housing a wide variety of manual and electric wheelchairs and
scooters for people to try. There is a large outside space for people to see and try lots of different car adapta�ons. Here, in a realis�c road se�ng with traffic lights, zebra crossings and different gradients
and surfaces, people are able to take advantage of the services of therapists,
vehicle adapta�on specialists and driving instructors. These experts work with the person
concerned to complete a very thorough assessment of the safest, most suitable mobility aid for them.
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Over the years I have had driving assessments, advice on electric wheelchairs and have
recently been back to an ‘Open Fun Day’. On this occasion I was
par�cularly interested in their latest acquisi�on, which is a ‘mock up’ of an aircra� cabin. Apparently, if people have difficulty si�ng comfortably in a standard aircra�
seat, they are able to have an individual assessment and have a
personal seat made to fit into the aircra� seat.
Brenda Griffiths SILC Vice Chair
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SILC’s new Appren�ce Personal Assistant
Skills for Care have invited Personal Assistants across the country to access a small grant to allow them to take an appren�ceship. At a recent PA network Lisa Gill stepped forward and said she would like to take this opportunity to complete a Level 3 appren�ceship. Marianne Davis from Skills for Care said: “This is a great opportunity to support a PA’s development and we are delighted that Lisa and SILC are able to support us on this offer. We look forward to sharing Lisa’s progress”.
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Reachers15” reacher - £5.3826” reacher - £6.0732” reacher - £6.75These prac�cal reachers easily picks up objects without the need for bending or rising. Whether indoor or outdoor, the two-finger trigger and the magne�c serrated jaw effortlessly grips and retrieves items.
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There is nothing lovelier on Christmas morning than watching someone unwrap a present and finding that it is a) something they weren’t expec�ng, and b) something really useful that they perhaps hadn’t thought of themselves.
Even be�er if it’s something that will make a posi�ve difference to their lives.
Hub Redhill’s Independent Living Shop has lots of ideas for though�ul and useful gi�s this Christmas. There’s just a selec�on here, and far more in store. Call in and browse for ideas or call for our catalogue today.
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Large Print Scrabble - £45.50Large Print Scrabble® has been
designed in associa�on with the RNIB. Two or more players can enjoy hours
of fun with this specially adapted game that consists of large �les aiding
le�er recogni�on.
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Prac�cal shoesand house-shoesHub Redhill now has a display of wider fi�ng shoes available. For a range of gorgeous and prac�cal shoes and house-shoes (formerly known as slippers), please see the Hub Redhill catalogue!
Wri�ng bird - £20.76Easy to use and ideal for people with
arthri�s, muscle weakness or hand impairments. Holds the pen and glides
gently across the page using upper arm strength and gentle hand pressure. No
gripping is required. Designed for adults and children over ten years.
Suitable for le� or right handed use. Standard sized ball pen included.
Bean bag boccia - £20.00suitable for all ages, can be used indoors and out.
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catalogue call 01737 761614 or email [email protected]
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Supported Managed Accountswith two of our finance assistants, Dave and Sarah
People struggling to manage their direct payments can rely on the supportof Surrey Independent Living Council’s financial experts Dave Gosdenand Sarah Gordon.
The pair manage hundreds of direct payments for those who aren’t ableto do so themselves. This is done through SILC’s Supported ManagedAccounts (SMA).
Dave and Sarah set up accounts for direct payment invoices and expenses so they can be paid on behalf of clients. These cover services like employing personal assistants, paying for equipment or respite care.
For those who are not able to manage their payments, or for carers who are busy doing their vital job, this is a good choice.It provides an important safety net and is an expanding part of what SILC does to make direct payments work every day for people in Surrey.
SILC: what we do
Dave Gosden and Sarah Gordon
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“The vast majority of people who use direct payments organise their care and pay for it themselves, but there are people who need the choice and control this scheme offers and also need help to administer it - that’s where the SMA comes in,” explained Dave.
“It’s really about us taking the strain and ensuring care is organised and paid for, so that direct payments work for people but without them worrying if they are managing it the right way.”
Sarah added: “People o�en start by managing their direct payments but their circumstances may change over �me and we can offer this safety net whenever it becomes too much.
“Having the op�on of an SMA is vital to the success of direct payments for many people who need it.”
To find out more about Supported Managed Accountscall SILC on 01483 458111
or visit www.surreyilc.org.uk
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Tour of Britain – CamberleyHow excited we all were to be invited along to take part in the start of the Tour of Britain. We were partnered with ‘Wheels for All’ riding disability bikes at the start of the race in Camberley.
My sister Bethany and I, with a few of our other friends from R-U-Able2, were so excited to be taking part and to be included in this special day.Prior to the day we prac�sed in Woking at the track in Sheerwater, we picked out the bikes we wanted to ride on the day and we had so much fun trying out all the different bikes. I couldn’t make my mind up what bike to choose for the day because I enjoyed riding all of them.
Bethany liked riding the tandem with Natasha Hall, one of the R-U-Able2 buddies who had difficulty in controlling the bike which added to the fun and excitement of the day. While we were wai�ng to start the race we managed to meet Christopher Lawless from the Great Britain Cycle team, as well as mee�ng the Mayor of Surrey Heath who presented us with a cer�ficate for taking part in the Tour of Britain. This will be a day I will always remember, because it was great fun taking part and mee�ng everyone.
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As we approach Christmas I wanted to end the year on a high note! Life is so difficult for Carers, and if you have been following this column, you will know I am the first to record various sta�s�cs constantly being published regarding our na�on’s, very high, “Carers popula�on”. However for Christmas I would love to share with you some extracts from le�ers SILC receives throughout the year with regard the very successful NHS ini�a�ve - the GP Carer Support Payment Programme (CSP). Each extract following is from a Carer who has received recogni�on from their GP Prac�ce, and from a ‘light touch’ Clinical Assessment, has received a CSP.
Pugsley’s Patch“with carers in mind”
Dear SILC,Here are a few photos of
the paintings that I completed on the course
the payment funded.
I gave one to the Haematology Cancer Day
Care Unit, to say thank
you for the successful treatment I received.
I wish you all a very happy & peaceful ChristmasStephen Pugsley
NB: This Carer has her own fragile health, whilst coping with con�nued care of her husband suffering with Demen�a. I Personally think this lady is very talented - and has certainly gained recharge, rest and relaxa�on from her respite.
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I will enjoy a break (or even
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sister with Dementia.
I thought when SILC
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scam”! You can imagine
my amazement when the
cheque arrived - my shame
of being such a sceptic!
Thank you so much for our GP Payment. My Dad and I are on benefits. My Dad loves gardens and we got a year ’s membership to Wisley Gardens. He enjoys the flowers and butterflies so much . We also shared some meals together — A MILLION thank you’s !!
Thank you so much for the GP Carers Support Payment it has helped so much. We can’t tell you ‘how much’. ‘B’ has Down’s Syndrome and we are blessed with a very active boy. He can cycle (very fast) on a two wheeled bike. The holiday willbe great.
I am so grateful to my GP. What I crave most is just some ‘space’ occasionally from the perpetual repetition of the same questions which sadly my sister cannot avoid - as well as some relief from the continual concern I have for her well-being. I will go on a Retreat for 8 days. Thank you.61
I am Carer to my 6 year old granddaughter who has Cerebral Palsy. I put the payment towards a wonderful holiday for us. Our first family holiday together. It was “just what the Doctor ordered”!I cannot thank you enough.
Some more extracts from le�ers:
URGENT REMINDER ‘FLU JAB’If you are a carer of ANY age, you are included in the very important
vaccina�on programme to help prevent FLU. Please arrange an appointment with your Prac�ce Nurse for your vaccina�on at your earliest convenience.
GP appointments via SkypeA GP in Manchester has installed Skype to enable Pa�ent/Carers who find it difficult to leave their home (due to caring responsibili�es), to have a GP appointment via the internet. The GP advised that whilst it does not ‘replace’ face-to-face appointments, it has been well received, especially with his Parent/Carers and those caring for a family member with demen�a. He uses this type of consulta�on three �mes a week currently.
TailpieceFinally, this year (2014) has been an important year. It has seen the enactment of two important pieces of legisla�on which recognises Carers. The Care Act 2014 and the Children’s & Families Act 2014. It remains to be seen, how Agencies will respond to this NEW legisla�on, however, there are lots of opportuni�es to provide carers with greater recogni�on and the support and respite they so deserve.
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Just to say thank you
for my GP Carers
Support Payment.
This is going towards a
powerpack for my
husband’s wheelchair.
I have arthritis and am
finding pushing quite
an effort these days.
I am very grateful for the help (of the CSP grant) since I have moved my mother in with me - we are coping well enough. I am a widow and have had an accident and broke my hip this year and have had a replacement. I am using the grant to take a holiday and looking forward to this. A family memberis coming to look after my mother.We at SILC feel very priviledged to receive these le�ers on the GP’s behalf.
Financial Monitoringwith one of our Financial Monitoring Advisers (FMA), Gillian
People request assistance with reconcilia�ons for a variety of reasons, and Gillian Tjia-McMurray helps them to complete the necessary paperwork, showing how their care has been used and paid for.
Those using the service need to keep good records like bank statements and receipts for purchases to show they have spent the money appropriately and kept to the budget. Gillian then helps make sense of it and ensures it all adds up.
“This a very fulfilling job that allows me to really help people get to grips with running their care even if some�mes I get given a bag of 200 taxi receipts to plough through!” explained Gillian.“People using direct payments are very conscious it’s not their money. They want to be careful with it and it makes a huge difference to their lives, so helping them is great.
Gillian helps people using direct payments to fund care totalling £94,000 a year right down to £200 that was used for one session of respite care – showing just how flexible direct payments can be.
“The best part is doing a job that I feel really helps people. I o�en go away from homes saying to myself ‘I made someone feel be�er today’. They can be worried about very small things related to their direct payment account that I can help with and that makes a difference.”
To find out more about financial monitoring of direct paymentscall SILC on 01483 458111
or visit www.surreyilc.org.uk
SILC: what we do
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Gillian Tjia-McMurray
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SILC’s successful Support with Confidence 5 day PA Training Course is in line with the Skills for Care 8 Common Induc�on Standards.
In March 2015 The Care Cer�ficate will be introduced – this replaces both the Na�onal Minimum Training Standards and the Common Induc�on Standards and it will comprise of 15 Standards.
In order to stay in line with the Care Cer�ficate and the 15 standards, the Support with Confidence Training Course will be increased to 6 days. These will be held in 2 x 3day blocks (Tuesday to Thursday).
Whilst Individual Employers are not bound by the same requirements as other employers in having to complete the Care Cer�ficate, it is good prac�ce to encourage Personal Assistants to a�end SILC’s training, which will give PAs with the knowledge to provide caring, compassionate and quality care.
Competency within their role can be assessed by the Individual Employer (with SILC’s assistance if required).
The New Support with Confidence standards are:
Support with Confidenceis changing SILC Training
• Understanding your role• Your Personal Development• Duty of Care• Equality and Diversity• Work in a Person Centred Way• Communica�on• Privacy and Dignity• Fluids and Nutri�on• Demen�a and Cogna�ve Issues• Safeguarding Adults• Safeguarding Children• Basic Life Support• Health and Safety• Handling Informa�on• Infec�on Preven�on and Control
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If you require any further informa�on please do contact Bob Hall at:
Dates for all SILC run training are available on:
www.pafinder.org.uk or by emailing
Personal Assistants Ma�er forum
Did you know that from April 2015 SILC is going to be introducing the ‘Good Boss’ logo onto PA Finder?This logo will be awarded to employers who a�end ‘Good Boss’ training, sign up to the employers’ Code of Conduct, and work in line with good HR prac�ce.Similar, to the ‘Support with Confidence’ logo - this logo will enable prospec�ve PAs to see at a glance, those Employers who have signed up to the Code of Conduct, and have made a commitment to good working prac�ces, and development of PAs.
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Our first PA Get-together was held on13th November 18.00-20.30.This event was funded by Skills for Care
Over 20 people a�ended and were able to meet David Ashley from FISH insurance, who talked about Contracts of Employment and Marianne Davis from Skills for Care who talked about training and appren�ceships.
We will be holding Personal Assistants Ma�er forums quarterly.
The date of the next Personal Assistance Ma�er get together will be adver�sed on our website and PA Finder.
A FREE course for people who employ a Personal Assistant(s).Places are limited, so book early! The next course is on:
• March 20th (Day 1) • March 31st (Day 2) • April 17th (Day 3)
Being a ‘Good Boss’ training for Employers
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“It has changed my life”“It has helped me grow in confidence”
“The group was a safe non-judgemental environment”
“So useful to learn of other a�endees experiences, good and bad, posi�ve and nega�ve and the ways and
means to turn nega�ves into posi�ves and enabling and empowering for future use”
Some messages from previous a�endees:
FREE Single day training courses for PAsand poten�al PAs
As always, it’s best to book early since these courses fill up quickly!
Health & Safety Awareness5th May 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
Covering topics such as:Common Hazards in the home/at work, slips trips and falls, Basic Moving & Handling principles, COSHH, Fire Safety, Infec�on control, Stress, Personal Safety and more!
Emergency First Aid at work20th January 2015 - 09.45 to 17.0021st March 2015 - 09.45 to 17.00
Covering topics such as:What is first aid?, Assessing the scene, Allergic reac�on, Heart a�ack / Stroke, Severe bleeding, CPR, Burns, Choking,Shock and more!
Effec�ve Communica�on6th May 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
Covering topics such as:Why do we communicate?, Verbal, non-verbal and behavioural communica�on, Responding skills, The use of touch, Communica�on aids and more!
Safeguarding28th April 2015 - 09.45 to 16.0018th June 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
Covering topics such as:Role of the PA, Legisla�on and policy, Concept and defini�on of abuse, Categories of abuse, Signs and symptoms of abusive behaviour, How to respond and report allega�ons of abuseand more!
Managing behaviour that is ‘challenging’22nd January 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
Covering topics such as:What is ‘Challenging Behaviour’, Who can present challenging behaviour, Reasons for challenging behaviour, Appropriate responses and body language, Methods for managing challenging behaviour and more!
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Principles of Person Centred Care21st January 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
7th May 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
Covering topics such as:Introducing PAs to the values that underpin Person Centred Care. Exploring the values of individuality, rights, choice, privacy, independence, dignity, respect and partnership. Assis�ng PA’s to develop their understanding of how the principles of care should be reflected, and more!
Demen�a and Demen�a Care1st April 2015 - 09.45 to 16.00
Covering topics such as:What does ‘Demen�a’ mean?, Myths and stereotypes, The main causes of Demen�a, Person centred quali�es and skills, Communica�on skills, Keeping people safe and more!
These courses are funded by Skills for Care. There is backfill and travel costs available.
For more details on any of the training courses, and/or an applica�on form,
please contact Bob on:
07514 093 616
All courses are held atAstolat, Coniers Way, Burpham,
Surrey, GU4 7HL.
SILC won a na�onal awardfor PA Finder!
We are VERY pleased to tell you all that SILC has won the:
2014 Na�onal IndependentLiving Award
for
Providing Greater Choice,Control and
Independent Livingin recogni�on of our
PA Finder service.(www.PAfinder.org.uk)
The Surrey Hubs were also listed as one of the three finalists in the
Overall Independent Living Ini�a�ve category.
www.PAFinder.org.uk
A huge thank you to everyone involved with making PA Finder what it is today, and especially to Dean Beverley and Lorna Marsh for all they've done to make this award possible. It’s nice to be recognised for all of SILC’s hard work and dedica�on!We are con�nuing to develop PA Finder to make it even more accessible and user friendly. If you have any sugges�ons, please give us a ring on 01483 458 111or email at [email protected]
na�onal award winning
