The latest version of this framework is now available and can be accessed here> Developed by the UK PBS Alliance, this workforce development framework is for organisations of all sizes who provide health, education or social care support services to adults or children who may sometimes communicate distress and express themselves through behaviour that others … Read more
An easy read booklet. Intro_to_PBS_-_Easy_Read_document
People with learning/intellectual disabilities are experiencing the Covid-19 pandemic in various ways, and individual responses will vary over time as the situation continues to unfold. This guidance from the British Psychological Society has been written to support health and social care professionals meet the psychological needs of people with learning and intellectual disabilities, their families … Read more
This webinar lasts around 45 minutes and shares the latest good practice regarding physical intervention (PI) and restraint reduction (RR) during COVID 19. Clare Taylor, Head of Nursing for Specialist Services at Swansea Bay Health Board and winner of the 2019 Bild practice leadership award discusses practical problems and solutions with members of her physical … Read more
This is a stressful time for us all, people with learning disabilities and autistic people will be confused and may find altered routines and changes difficult to cope with. It is important that the core principles of Positive Behaviour Support person-centred support are maintained and human rights are respected, even when everyday lives are affected … Read more
Some of the key principles of PBS are improving people’s quality of life, focusing on building skills and reducing and avoiding unnecessary restrictions. We encourage all services and schools to continue that focus, as well as other key principles of PBS, as you work through this difficult and challenging time. The following resource includes a … Read more
To provide a really good quality of service we need to ensure that people have opportunities for life enrichment / enhancement activities and experiences. As individuals we value different activities differently: the value of an activity is subjective. Activities may bring us enjoyment or satisfaction or pleasure or stimulation or relaxation or contentment or joy. … Read more
Three measures were developed in 2018 by providers, commissioners, clinicians and practice leaders to improve the overall quality of service delivery in line with Positive Behavioural Support (PBS). They are endorsed by the Welsh Government and the All Wales Challenging Behaviour Community of Practice. The measures are complementary but can be used independently. Each has … Read more
This is the latest version of the free, easy to access and quality online PBS Awareness Course that provides a straightforward introduction to PBS. Access the course here>
Karen Dodd, Vicky Turk and Michelle Christmas This illustrated booklet describes the dementia process and helps people with a learning disability understand what happens when a friend gets dementia. It explains the changes that may occur and tells about people who can help. Download here