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🔍 Want to shape the future of self-directed support? Join “Big Questions, Shared Priorities” with Laura Mudde, Bevin Croft & Teresa Nguyen! Connect, share ideas, and help set research priorities. Register: https://ow.ly/Vl9l50ZVYyW

#SelfDirectedSupport #Research #Inclusion #Rights #Disability
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October 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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🌟 Announcing our amazing Supporters for the Individual Service Fund Summit in Sheffield in November! Huge thanks to Dimensions UK, The University of Sheffield, EQUALD & NIHR SSCR. Free tickets for disabled people & families: https://ow.ly/3o1G50ZYReP
#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #AdultSocialCare
Collage of logos from various social care and disability support organizations featured as supporters at the ISF Summit in Sheffield. Infographic explaining the importance of self-directed support and Individual Service Funds in England and Scotland.
October 23, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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SDS Network England is creating a Direct Payments Forum for children and families, have your say! Share your experiences and ideas in a quick survey to help build a welcoming, supportive community for all.
💬 https://ow.ly/9wNT50ZHByG

#SelfDirectedSupport #Commissioning #DirectPayments #SocialCare
September 18, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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Hear how Individual Service Funds (ISFs) are changing lives. Join us at the ISF Summit in Sheffield — bringing together people who are passionate advocates for self-directed support. 👁️ + Sponsor the event: https://ow.ly/9Trf50ZLenv

#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #SocialCare #PersonalisedSupport
Man sitting on grass with a scenic hill background, promoting ISF Summit on 24 Nov 2026 at Firth Hall, Sheffield. Infographic explaining the importance of self-directed support for people needing care, highlighting benefits and progress in England and Scotland. Infographic explaining benefits of sponsoring an event focused on ISFs, highlighting topics like policy, community action, and technology support.
September 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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#SelfDirectedSupport gives people choice & control over their support.

It can mean choosing who helps, how support is used, & building a life around relationships, community & what matters most.

Join #SDSNetworkNI to find out more! selfdirectedsupport.org/hubs/norther...

#SDS #DisabilityRights
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March 7, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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📣 Join us online for our launch on 26 March (2–3pm) to connect with people with lived experience, family carers, practitioners and policy colleagues working to improve SDS

🎤 Keynote: Dr Simon Duffy

📌 Register via the QR code

#SelfDirectedSupport #SDS #NorthernIreland #SocialCare #CoProduction
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March 5, 2026 at 4:44 PM
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Find out more about the Self-Directed Support (SDS) Network for Northern Ireland, register for free membership and our online launch event on 26th March at selfdirectedsupport.org/hubs/norther.... Please share!

#SelfDirectedSupport #SDS #CommunityOfPractice #Disability #NorthernIreland #socialWork
Logo of the SDS Network NI consisting of colourful part circles. It is surrounded by colourful dashes and stars. There is a slogan ‘People coming together to shape and improve SDS’ , a QR code and the website address www.selfDirectedSupport.org/hubs/northernIreland
February 20, 2026 at 1:38 PM
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🌍 Discover ‘Everyday Citizenship: Seven Keys to a Life Well Lived’ by Wendy Perez & Simon Duffy—a must-read on inclusion and empowerment. Thanks to Vinesh Kumar for his inspiring review!

👉 Get your copy: https://ow.ly/kIz250YlVIx

#Inclusion #SelfAdvocacy #SelfDirectedSupport #EverydayCitizenship
Cover of Everyday Citizenship book showing a cityscape illustration and subtitle Seven keys to a life well lived by Wendy Perez and Simon Duffy. The back cover of the book Everyday Citizenship titled 'We are all equal. We are all different. We are all citizens.' explaining citizenship as making life choices and finding meaning.
August 12, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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🌍 Discover ‘Everyday Citizenship: Seven Keys to a Life Well Lived’ by Wendy Perez & Simon Duffy—a must-read on inclusion and empowerment. Thanks to Vinesh Kumar for his inspiring review!

👉 Get your copy: https://ow.ly/kIz250YlVIx

#Inclusion #SelfAdvocacy #SelfDirectedSupport #EverydayCitizenship
Cover of Everyday Citizenship book showing a cityscape illustration and subtitle Seven keys to a life well lived by Wendy Perez and Simon Duffy. The back cover of the book Everyday Citizenship titled 'We are all equal. We are all different. We are all citizens.' explaining citizenship as making life choices and finding meaning.
July 28, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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🌟 Discover how self-directed support (SDS) empowers people!

Join SDS Network Northern Ireland for a free online lunchtime event on 25th June, 12:30–1:30pm BST. Hear from people with lived experience & connect with others.
Register now: https://ow.ly/16WT50ZcHcp

#SelfDirectedSupport #SDSNetworkNI
Flyer for a free online lunchtime learning event about Self-Directed Support on June 25, 2025, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM BST.
June 22, 2026 at 9:15 AM
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🌟 Excited to welcome our amazing Sponsors & Supporters to Bristol on 2 July for the LDA Commissioners Network Conference – Ending Institutional Care! Join us to connect, collaborate & inspire change in adult social care. Register now: https://ow.ly/19aP50Z7nJF
#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #Care
Event poster for 'Ending Institutional Care' on 2nd July 2026 in Bristol, featuring sponsor logos and a QR code.
June 22, 2026 at 7:10 AM
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🌟 The agenda is live! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for “Ending Institutional Care”—a solutions focused conference to build person-led, neighbourhood support. See the agenda & book your ticket https://ow.ly/mHJ750Z48i3

#Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #AdultSocialCare #Commissioning #Care #Housing
Conference agenda listing sessions on institutional care, housing support, and hospital discharge from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Logos of Self-Directed Support Network, LDA, and Citizen Network above text about ending institutional care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
June 19, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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🌟 Discover how self-directed support (SDS) empowers people!

Join SDS Network Northern Ireland for a free online lunchtime event on 25th June, 12:30–1:30pm BST. Hear from people with lived experience & connect with others.
Register now: https://ow.ly/16WT50ZcHcp

#SelfDirectedSupport #SDSNetworkNI
Flyer for a free online lunchtime learning event about Self-Directed Support on June 25, 2025, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM BST.
June 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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🌟 The agenda is live! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for “Ending Institutional Care”—a solutions focused conference to build person-led, neighbourhood support. See the agenda & book your ticket https://ow.ly/mHJ750Z48i3

#Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #AdultSocialCare #Commissioning #Care #Housing
Conference agenda listing sessions on institutional care, housing support, and hospital discharge from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Logos of Self-Directed Support Network, LDA, and Citizen Network above text about ending institutional care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
June 18, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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🌟 Excited to welcome our amazing Sponsors & Supporters to Bristol on 2 July for the LDA Commissioners Network Conference – Ending Institutional Care! Join us to connect, collaborate & inspire change in adult social care. Register now: https://ow.ly/19aP50Z7nJF
#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #Care
Event poster for 'Ending Institutional Care' on 2nd July 2026 in Bristol, featuring sponsor logos and a QR code.
June 18, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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🌟 Discover how self-directed support (SDS) empowers people!

Join SDS Network Northern Ireland for a free online lunchtime event on 25th June, 12:30–1:30pm BST. Hear from people with lived experience & connect with others.
Register now: https://ow.ly/16WT50ZcHcp

#SelfDirectedSupport #SDSNetworkNI
Flyer for a free online lunchtime learning event about Self-Directed Support on June 25, 2025, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM BST.
June 17, 2026 at 12:40 PM
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🌟 The agenda is live! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for “Ending Institutional Care”—a solutions focused conference to build person-led, neighbourhood support. See the agenda & book your ticket https://ow.ly/mHJ750Z48i3

#Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #AdultSocialCare #Commissioning #Care #Housing
Conference agenda listing sessions on institutional care, housing support, and hospital discharge from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Logos of Self-Directed Support Network, LDA, and Citizen Network above text about ending institutional care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
June 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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🌟 Excited to welcome our amazing Sponsors & Supporters to Bristol on 2 July for the LDA Commissioners Network Conference – Ending Institutional Care! Join us to connect, collaborate & inspire change in adult social care. Register now: https://ow.ly/19aP50Z7nJF
#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #Care
Event poster for 'Ending Institutional Care' on 2nd July 2026 in Bristol, featuring sponsor logos and a QR code.
June 15, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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🌟 The agenda is live! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for “Ending Institutional Care”—a solutions focused conference to build person-led, neighbourhood support. See the agenda & book your ticket https://ow.ly/mHJ750Z48i3

#Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #AdultSocialCare #Commissioning #Care #Housing
Conference agenda listing sessions on institutional care, housing, and support from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Logos of Self-Directed Support Network, LDA, and Citizen Network above text about ending institutional care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
June 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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🌟 Catalyst Care Group is sponsoring the LDA Commissioners Network Conference “Ending Institutional Care” in Bristol, 2nd July! Join us to connect with changemakers & explore person-led support. Get your ticket: https://ow.ly/tFjM50Z9Q1J
#SocialCare #Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #Care #SystemChange
June 11, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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🌟 Excited to welcome our amazing Sponsors & Supporters to Bristol on 2 July for the LDA Commissioners Network Conference – Ending Institutional Care! Join us to connect, collaborate & inspire change in adult social care. Register now: https://ow.ly/19aP50Z7nJF
#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #Care
Event poster for 'Ending Institutional Care' on 2nd July 2026 in Bristol, featuring sponsor logos and a QR code.
June 10, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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🌟 The agenda is live! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for “Ending Institutional Care”—a solutions focused conference to build person-led, neighbourhood support. See the agenda & book your ticket https://ow.ly/mHJ750Z48i3

#Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #AdultSocialCare #Commissioning #Care #Housing
Conference agenda listing sessions on institutional care, housing, and support from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Logos of Self-Directed Support Network, LDA, and Citizen Network above text about ending institutional care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
June 10, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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🌟 Excited to welcome our amazing Sponsors & Supporters to Bristol on 2 July for the LDA Commissioners Network Conference – Ending Institutional Care! Join us to connect, collaborate & inspire change in adult social care. Register now: https://ow.ly/19aP50Z7nJF
#SelfDirectedSupport #Inclusion #Care
Event poster for 'Ending Institutional Care' on 2nd July 2026 in Bristol, featuring sponsor logos and a QR code.
June 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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🌟 The agenda is live! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for “Ending Institutional Care”—a solutions focused conference to build person-led, neighbourhood support. See the agenda & book your ticket https://ow.ly/mHJ750Z48i3

#Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #AdultSocialCare #Commissioning #Care #Housing
Conference agenda listing sessions on institutional care, housing, and support from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Logos of Self-Directed Support Network, LDA, and Citizen Network above text about ending institutional care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
June 10, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Let’s end institutional care! Join us in Bristol on 2nd July for practical ways to support independent, community-based living. Change is happening—be part of it! Agenda & tickets: https://ow.ly/e51m50Z1gww
#SocialCare #Inclusion #SelfDirectedSupport #Care #Commissioning #CareTech #BristolEvents
Quote highlighting ways to avoid hospital admission and support living at home, promoting ending institutional care on 2nd July 2026 in Bristol.
June 8, 2026 at 11:50 AM