Colleagues in Cornwall discuss the benefits of life planning for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. They explore empowering individuals through personalized planning methods, the impact of live planning events on cultural change and family relationships, and a case study showing positive outcomes through effective communication and collaboration.
Life planning empowers individuals by setting goals for independence and personal growth.
Life planning fosters cultural change and promotes healing in fractured family relationships.
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Amy's Journey to Empowerment through Life Planning
Amy shares her transformative journey from struggles with bullying, self-harm, and psychiatric hospitalizations to empowerment through life planning. Diagnosed with autism at 16, she moved to a specialist placement, completed catering college, and navigated mental health challenges. After life design planning, she set goals for independence, education, driving, and travel, feeling empowered and grateful for the positive changes in her life.
The Transformative Impact of Person-Centered Life Planning
Life planning, involving the active participation of individuals in shaping their futures, brings about significant positive changes. By focusing on individual strengths, values, and preferences, professionals build deeper connections leading to enhanced care and opportunities. The process fosters cultural change within care settings, improving staff understanding and enriching lives even while individuals are in hospital. Furthermore, it promotes healing in fractured family relationships, empowering both individuals and families to advocate for their needs and rights.
A short podcast with colleagues in Cornwall talking about the benefits of Life planning and how they can support people with a learning disability and autistic people to move out of mental health hospitals.
A transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/life-planning-in-the-south-west/
Contact us: england.learning.disability@nhs.net
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