1. Principles of Learning Disability Support
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2. Principles of Learning Disability Support
By the end of this session we will have:
Investigated the need to promote person centred values and work in a person centred way
Looked at supporting and respecting diversity and different cultures and values
Explored the importance of finding out about the individuals you support
Looked at some issues around confidentiality
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3. Person Centred Values:
Individuality
Rights
Choice
Privacy
Independence
Dignity
Respect
Partnership
Equal Opportunities
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4. Choice
Choice means having access to a wide range of options, deciding for yourself which ones suit you best and having your choice respected
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5. Privacy
We respect service users’ privacy by ensuring that everyone is treated at all times and in all ways in a manner which safeguards their dignity and does not expose them to any situations which might embarrass them or cause them personal or emotional discomfort
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6. Respect:
Respect means that we behave towards every person with the consideration they deserve
Value their opinions views and achievements
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7. Dignity
Recognising and valuing people with learning disabilities as equal human beings, with the same rights as every other citizen
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8. Equal Opportunity Recognising that all people: Are of equal value
Share the same rights
Are provided with similar chances
Are treated fairly
Are given equal status regardless of disability or other difference
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9. Equality Equality: ‘Parity or Sameness’ Discuss the above definition
Think of a situation that shows or explains equality
Think of a situation that shows inequality
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10. Empowerment
Empowerment means a shift in the balance of power so that people with Learning Disabilities can make their own decisions and take control of their own lives
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11. Diversity: Ethnicity Religious belief Gender Disability
Other defining factors
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12. Discriminatory Practice:
Ignoring diversity and the needs of people who are different
Speaking in a way that does not value people who are different
Avoiding people
Negative body language
Excluding people who are different
Making assumptions, labelling/stereotyping
Criticising or verbally abusing people who are different
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13. Person Centred Approach
Starting with the individual:
Taking account of their wishes and aspirations
Reflecting the needs and preferences in areas such as housing, education, employment and leisure
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14. Confidentiality
Respecting the privacy of individuals by taking responsible care of information gained during professional activity, and in the absence of special circumstances, divulging it only with permission
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15. Confidentiality ‘Need to Know’ Basis
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16. Confidentiality
Breaches are only justified where there is evidence that someone may be in danger,
(e.g, of abuse) if the information is not passed on.
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17. Principles All data must be: Processed fairly and lawfully
Obtained and used only for specified and lawful purposes
Adequate relevant and not excessive
Accurate and where necessary kept up to date
Kept for no longer than necessary
Processed in accordance with the individual’s rights
Kept secure
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