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Lanarkshires Local Learning Network
This Local Learning Network web page is for all Lanarkshires individuals and organisations involved in the social services sector and should also be of interest to service users and carers. By participating in our programme of projects and events, you would contribute to the development of innovative solutions that embed a culture of learning and continuous employee development in the social services workforce. Please contact caty.mcolgan@westlearn.org.uk to have your news, events and/or general information posted onto the site. We particularly want to hear from you if you have good practice you want to share with others or have found solutions to problems which may also be of interest. We are keen to keep Local Learning Network pages up to date so please visit your local web page on a regular basis to keep in touch with what is happening in your area. news | about us | our approach | our work | get involved | contacts < back to the Learning Network West home page Common Induction for Social Care is a three day pilot programme click here for leaflet aimed at new and existing Social Services staff in the Lanarkshire area; it is offered for a nominal sum to all interested parties. This programme was developed by South Lanarkshire College and Lanarkshire’s Local Learning Network; it is an ideal opportunity to cover topics relevant to the sector while also gaining a certificate and meeting new colleagues from other agencies. If you would like additional information on cost or content please contact Wilma McKay by emailing wilma.mackay@slc.ac.uk. [last updated 11 November] To find out details of the next series of Managerment Development Network Events click here. To reserve a place contact Madeline O'Brien 0141 942 1167 or email: Madeleine.OBrien@ihmscotland.co.uk. [last updated 22 October] Local Learning Network Minutes 4th September 2008, Whitehill Neighbourhood Centre. [last updated 30 September] Adult Support & Protection (Scotland) Act 2007- South Lanarkshire Council Social Work Resources in conjunction with NHS Lanarkshire, Housing and Police has arranged events to help raise awareness of this piece of legislation. The events are being held in a number of areas across South Lanarkshire and are open to everyone who is employed in the above sectors. For more information click here. [last updated 22 September] The Advocacy Project is a member of Lanarkshires’ Local Learning Network. It provides independent advocacy for vulnerable people across Glasgow and Lanarkshire. In Lanarkshire the service is available to:
In addition, training is available on advocacy and related issues for individuals and groups. Training is always tailored to the needs of the audience, topics include:
The Advocacy Project is also a provider of Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid training, to find out more please visit http://www.smhfa.com For additional information on The Advocacy Project please visit the website http://www.theadvocacyproject.org.uk alternatively you can email enquiry@theadvocacyproject.org.uk phone 0845 076 2262 or textphone 0141 420 0989. The Advocacy Project is also a member of the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance. For further information about independent advocacy across Scotland, including an on-line, searchable directory visit http://www.siaa.org.uk
On Line Survey - Learning Network West are acting on response to our Lanararkshire's Local Learning Network members, and are putting together a directory of services across your area, for organisations, specifically service providers, involved in the Social Services sector. In order for us to ensure this directory is up to date and correct we are asking all relevant organisations to follow the link below and respond to the short questionnaire (7 questions), information will then be collated and posted onto our website. If you have any queries or require additional information please do not hesitate to contact caty.mccolgan@westlearn.org.uk. To access survey click here
Directory of Information If you are looking for information on local providers from the voluntary/private/local authority why not check out the Care Commission website. Their care service list provides up to date information about registered services in Scotland and their inspection reports to help you make informed choices. You can search for a service using any combination of fields. click here to access. Under construction. our approachUnder construction.
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| Celia Rothero | Manager | celia.rothero@westlearn.org.uk |
| Julie Thomson | Development Officer | julie.thomson@westlearn.org.uk |
| Kathleen Allison | Practice Learning Co-ordinator | kathleen.allison@westlearn.org.uk |
| Marion Sandilands | MHO Prog. Co-ordinator (J/S) | marion.sandilands@westlearn.org.uk |
| Isobel Paterson | MHO Prog. Co-ordinator (J/S) | isobel.paterson@westlearn.org.uk |
| Francis McFaul | Practice Teacher (J/S) | |
| May Hooper | Practice Teacher (J/S) | |
| Caty McColgan | Resource Worker | |
Denise Alexander |
Co-ordinator (Administration) | denise.alexander@westlearn.org.uk |
| Nicola Bain | Admin. Assistant | nicola.bain@westlearn.org.uk |
| Patrick Doherty | Admin. Assistant | patrick.doherty@westlearn.org.uk |
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