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Helpful resources for staff members

Below you will find a number of helpful resources for staff teams / professionals working with someone with a learning disability.

Easy Read information

Easy read information from Speech and Language therapists in Ireland; including supporting communication around a major event.

Information for frontline staff

A clinical guide from NHS England for frontline workers (eg doctors in hospitals) when working with those who have a learning disability.

Emergency planning with families

This practical guide by Dimensions supports staff to develop an emergency plan with families of those with a learning disability during COVID-19.

Managing bereavement

This booklet helps staff (particularly NHS staff) with managing bereavements in a time of crisis. It includes practical advice, support around having difficult conversations, and supporting staff wellbeing and grief.

Wellbeing for staff members

Below are some sites with information about how you can keep looking after yourself at times of stress.

Coping as a keyworker

Coping on going into work as a keyworker during coronavirus. Information from MIND

Managing stress as a keyworker

Information on dealing with stress when working as a keyworker during the pandemic from Mental Health UK

Tips for working during the coronavirus

Advice on looking after your wellbeing at work during the coronavirus from the Mental Health Foundation

NHS and Key Worker discounts

There are lot of offers available for NHS staff and key workers. These include discounts for car hire, self-care products, fitness classes and apps, sleep apps and many more! Keep your eyes peeled online!