DNACPR notices during COVID-19
We are extremely concerned by continued reports of individuals with Covid-19 receiving Do Not Resuscitate notices solely due to their learning disability.
News
The CBF writes topical articles regularly and produces two newsletters a year, providing opinion and resources for families and professionals.
Vacancy - Children and Young People Policy Lead - NOW CLOSED
We have a unique and exciting opportunity to join our small and dedicated team as Children and Young People Policy Lead
Mental Health Act review: White Paper
The White Paper addresses several of the CBF’s long-term campaign issues.
Pica: Kate and Laura’s story
Laura has a severe learning disability. She has a great happy life but her mother's greatest concern for Laura is her Pica behaviour.
Statement on NHS Digital Data – 17th December 2020
NHS Digital published the latest figures for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and/ or autism in inpatient settings.
CQC publish phase 2 of review into regulation of Whorlton Hall
The CQC published the second phase of the independent review into regulation of Whorlton Hall, undertaken by clinical psychologist, Professor Glynis Murphy.
Broken Report – Trauma: A family carer perspective
The psychological trauma suffered by family carers of children and adults with a learning disability and/ or autism and the support required.
Challenge Newsletter Winter 2020: Your rights during difficult times
Read the Challenging Behaviour Foundation’s newsletter ‘Challenge‘
NHS Digital Transforming Care Statement 20th November 2020
NHS Digital have published their monthly data set, showing 2,060 children, young people and adults were in inpatient settings at the end of October 2020.