Mark Adams, a Community Learning Disability Nurse, shares his experiences with one of his clients.Patrick Simmons (not his real name) had moderate learning disabilities and lived on his own. Patrick had no family, and relied greatly on professional supporters and a...
When Frank was diagnosed with lung cancer, Macmillan Nurse Christine Reddall was called to his care home to offer support. She was impressed by how home manager Lisa Quinlan and her team managed to care for him. Here, she tells Frank’s story: an example of outstanding...
Patsy lived in a nursing home for people with learning disabilities. When she developed dementia, the staff at her home signed up to a national training programme in end of life support. Here, home manager GERARD WAINWRIGHT tells the story that won his team the Linda...
Tim lived at the home for thirteen years together with seven other people, enjoying life to the full with his friends. In the summer of 2005 the staff team observed changes in Tim’s general health and well being. The manager liaised closely with Tim’s GP and the...
At six months old, Victoria was diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis. This affected her brain, skin, and later her kidneys. She had profound physical and learning disabilities, scoliosis, uncontrolled epilepsy, and behaviour which could challenge. She communicated with...
