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Dementia support for a hidden population

Posted by: Rhidian Hughes, Posted on: 25 January 2017 - Categories: Autism strategy, Dementia

People with learning disabilities are five times more likely than those in the general population to develop dementia. This shocking statistic, included in recent NHS Digital and Public Health England research, reflects the health inequalities for people with learning disabilities. The …

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How to support, engage and enthuse our volunteers

Posted by: Rhidian Hughes, Posted on: 3 June 2016 - Categories: Communities, Consultations and surveys

As Volunteers’ Week shines a spotlight on those who freely give up their time to support good causes, Chief Executive of the third sector Voluntary Organisations Disability Group (VODG) Rhidian...

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