2019-07-25 09:56:11
Hft has welcomed the re-appointment of Matt Hancock as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
Last Monday (15 July), Hft, in partnership with Tunstall Healthcare, published a policy paper – Improving Outcomes, Enhancing Care: Assistive technologies and the case for a Sector Deal for the learning disability sector – which put forward proposals for a Sector Deal for the learning disability sector under the government’s Industrial Strategy.
Billy Davis, Public Affairs & Policy Manager at Hft, commented:
“At a time when the social care sector is facing many challenges, the reappointment of Matt Hancock as Secretary of State is a welcome piece of continuity for the sector.
“Matt Hancock’s enthusiasm for the increased use of technology in health and social care is well documented. Our recent policy paper highlights how a Sector Deal could realise the untapped potential for increased use of assistive technologies when supporting adults with learning disabilities.
“Our proposals came in part as a reaction to continued delays to the social care green paper under the previous government. With a new Cabinet now in place, we look forward to working with Matt Hancock to negotiate a Sector Deal for the learning disability sector.”
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About Hft
Proudly established in 1962 by a group of visionary parents, Hft is a charity supporting more than 2,500 learning disabled adults in England and Wales. Together, we are creating a future where learning disabled people and their families can live the best life possible.
Providing personalised support. Creating solutions for living independently. Coming together to campaign for positive change. Fundraising for new opportunities and a bigger impact.
In 2033, we’ll live in a world where learning disabled people have greater choice. About where they live. The support they need and want. And how to spend their time and money.
Learning disability versus difficulty
A learning disability is different from a learning difficulty but the terms are often confused and used inter-changeably. A learning difficulty does not affect general intellect, whereas a learning disability is a life-long condition characterised by a reduced intellectual ability and struggle with everyday activities.
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