Monthly Archives: June 2015

A one day Conference to be held on Thursday 10 September 2015 at the University of Bedfordshire, Luton 0900-1400 hrs.  Presentation topics include person-centred approaches, improving skilled support, assessing needs, post-diagnostic support, experiences of hate crime and discrimination.  This is … Continue reading →

Kent University are holding a one day conference of the lastest research and innovative drama-based practices used successfully to interact with autism. This is being held on Sunday 28th June from 10.00-18.00 hrs in the Aphra Theatre, Grimond Building, University … Continue reading →

We are delighted to announce that Dr Janet Carr, Honorary Senior Lecturer, has been awarded an OBE for services to people with Down’s Syndrome and their families. Dr Carr, a pioneering psychologist, undertook a longitudinal study which began with 54 … Continue reading →

“Quality of life and quality of support for people with severe intellectual disability and complex needs”.  The findings of this research project are now available online:  https://kar.kent.ac.uk/48663/ People with severe and profound intellectual disabilities often spend a substantial time isolated and … Continue reading →