Leaders from advocacy providers across the country have worked collaboratively again. This time they have provided a sector-wide response to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence on their recent consultation for advocacy services for adults with health and social care needs. Connected Voice Advocacy was a collaborator and the key messages from the sector were:
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Coronavirus updates and guidanceIt’s important we all continue to take steps to prevent the spread of the illness, and support our staff and volunteers in different ways as restrictions change. |
19 January 2021
Registration and booking arrangements are now live to vaccinate front line staff in voluntary organisations in Gateshead. The designated site for these vaccinations is the QE hospital.
12 January 2021
In October 2020 the CQC published the final report on their review of autistic people and people with a learning disability and/or mental health condition who may be subject to restrictive practices as a result of ongoing concerns in this area.
