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Tough Topics in LD

Tough Topics in LD

By theldphysio

A podcast focussing on the less discussed areas of learning disability practice - however hard they might be.
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Tough Topics in LD Episode 3 - Burning Bridges - Who Holds The Matches?

Tough Topics in LDMar 16, 2021

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Tough Topics in LD S2 Ep 2 "Thriving in Challenging Times" with Charlotte Flynn

Tough Topics in LD S2 Ep 2 "Thriving in Challenging Times" with Charlotte Flynn

Today, Alistair is joined by Charlotte Flynn to discuss all things:

siblings with learning disabilities

coaching

how to thrive in times of challenge.


Charlotte can be contacted on Instagram @CharlotteFlynnCoaching

Alistair is available through his website www.TheLDPhysio.com

Shaun is contactable on Twitter @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 29, 202249:35
Tough Topics in LD On the Outside Looking in with Jack Chew
Jul 20, 202158:29
Tough Topics in LD Episode 10 - Reading statement of Laura Booth's parents

Tough Topics in LD Episode 10 - Reading statement of Laura Booth's parents

Please take some time to listen to this statement at the conclusion of the inquest into Laura Booth's premature death.

Apr 30, 202106:29
Tough Topics in LD Episode 9 - Looking Forwards With Trepidation - an LD Physio Short

Tough Topics in LD Episode 9 - Looking Forwards With Trepidation - an LD Physio Short

Today Alistair shares his thoughts about the looming challenge of waiting list pressures on the country.

Apr 29, 202107:00
Tough Topics in LD Episode 11 - Taking a Breath - the importance of Respiratory Support in LD

Tough Topics in LD Episode 11 - Taking a Breath - the importance of Respiratory Support in LD

With Shaun still on clinical placement, Alistair chats to Sian Midwinter, director of Midwinter Physiotherapy and The Lung Physio UK on the importance of respiratory support and people with Learning Disabilities.
Apr 29, 202141:19
Tough Topics in LD Episode 8 Learning from the Pandemic

Tough Topics in LD Episode 8 Learning from the Pandemic

Today Alistair is joined by Sarah Clayton from Simple Stuff Works.


We are reflecting on what Sarah and her team have learned as equipment providers in the past year and giving some tips for how healthcare practitioners can adapt.


In the podcast we talk about 


Complex Care in Lockdown series https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx7Dyp1wZw_v90WLWexpbBGrp8SLhk_Ag

Arjo Gallery https://www.arjo.com/int/insights/mobility-gallery/special-care-mobility-gallery/


Apr 09, 202136:39
Tough Topics in LD Episode 7 - unlawful DNACPRs

Tough Topics in LD Episode 7 - unlawful DNACPRs

Today Shaun and Alistair get straight into it following the CQC report released.



Mar 18, 202117:27
Tough Topics in LD Episode 6 - Vaccinations and Learning Disabilities

Tough Topics in LD Episode 6 - Vaccinations and Learning Disabilities

Alistair and Shaun are joined by Neil Crowther from Social Care Futures to talk vaccination and messaging around learning disabilities.

Follow us on twitter @toughtopicsinLD

Alistair @theLDphysio

Shaun @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 16, 202132:59
Tough Topics in LD Episode 5 "PROPER JOB!"

Tough Topics in LD Episode 5 "PROPER JOB!"

Today we welcome Sam Abdulla - Learning Disability Nurse Lecturer onto the show to discuss professionalism and what makes a profession.

You can engage with us on Twitter @toughtopicsinLD.

Alistair @theldphysio

Shaun @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 16, 202137:51
Tough Topics in LD Episode 4 - Giving a S@%t, Pelvic Health and Learning Disability

Tough Topics in LD Episode 4 - Giving a S@%t, Pelvic Health and Learning Disability

Today we are joined by Senior Specialist Physiotherapist Kirsty Huntington and award winning pelvic health specialist and comedian Elaine Miller.

You can engage with us on Twitter @toughtopicsinLD.

Alistair @theldphysio

Shaun @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 16, 202159:46
Tough Topics in LD Episode 3 - Burning Bridges - Who Holds The Matches?

Tough Topics in LD Episode 3 - Burning Bridges - Who Holds The Matches?

Today Alistair and Shaun are joined by Helen Hassell to talk about the importance of practitioner/family relationships and the consequences of when they go wrong.

You can engage with us on Twitter @toughtopicsinLD.

Alistair @theldphysio

Shaun @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 16, 202154:28
Tough Topics in LD Episode 2 - Is Silence Golden?

Tough Topics in LD Episode 2 - Is Silence Golden?

Today Alistair and Shaun express their views on professionalism and the voice of the professional in relation to learning disability advocacy.


You can engage with us on Twitter @toughtopicsinLD.

Alistair @theldphysio

Shaun @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 16, 202127:23
Tough Topics in LD Episode 1

Tough Topics in LD Episode 1

Welcome to Tough Topics in Learning Disabilities (LD).


Today is a chance to get to know who we are, why we are here and what we are all about.


You can engage with us on Twitter @toughtopicsinLD.

Alistair @theldphysio

Shaun @Shaun_LDNurse

Mar 16, 202116:33