National Conference

Spurred on by the popularity of Raising the Bar I and II, and with a pending review of the ‘Core and Essential Service Standards for Supporting People with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities’, Raising the Bar III provided opportunities to hear about the reviewed Standards, innovation and excellent practice in the support of children and adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

We received submission of presentations from all those interested or directly involved in the lives of people with profound and multiple learning disabilities. We had contributions from those working in the fields of education, health and social care, as well as families and charities, who support people with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

Contributors demonstrated the impact or potential for implementing the standards. They demonstrated their practical application, addressing potential barriers and discussing benefits and positive outcomes.

The Raising the Bar audience typically included representation from a wide range of stakeholders supporting or caring for people with profound and multiple learning disabilities – both professionals or family/carers.