Debbie Leitch, 24, who had Down’s syndrome, was found dead at her home in Blackpool in August 2019, following her mother’s neglect. A formal safeguarding adults review will now take place as confirmed by Blackpool Council. Read the full article here.
Tag Archives: mistreatment
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Jan
Jan
Five years ago, Collette, a 31-year-old American woman with down syndrome launched a cookie company. She has already turned over $1.2 million and now employs 15 people, many of whom also have disabilities. Collette says, “No matter who you are, you can make a difference in this world”. Read the full article here.
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Jan
Jan
Two young women plan a night out – but is this how you would do it? This video highlights our difference in the language we use, specifically the language we use when talking about and to people with learning disabilities. Watch the video below!
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Jan
Jan
A BBC investigation recently highlighted serious concerns over the standards of specialist care being provided to patients with complex mental health needs. Read the full article here.
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Jan
Jan
More inappropriate treatment of autistic children has surfaced recently as a Sheffield couple who kept their starving autistic son locked in an attic bedroom has now been found guilty of false imprisonment.Read the full article here.