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This month we have had two online visits to Wrexham University in North Wales sharing Paul’s Story with Speech & Language students, and also general nursing students. A few days later we then had our first teaching session with Cardiff Met University, speaking with Speech & Language, Human Nutrition & Dietetics, and Podiatry students. We are so delighted to have been invited to new universities this year, as it is helping us reach far more people, and attain our goal that every healthcare and medical student in Wales hears Paul’s Story before they complete their studies.
One thing we notice from the feedback we receive after the training is reading about the impact that a real patient story has on those that hear it. We read time and again how the lessons of Paul’s story will influence their practice for the good. This is Paul’s legacy.
So far in 2025 we have spoken with over 260 students, which we feel is a pretty good start to the year!
As you know, Tier 1 of the mandatory Paul Ridd Learning Disability Awareness Training went live across the whole of the NHS in Wales nearly 3 years ago. This online training is mandatory for anyone in a public facing role in secondary care, and to date the uptake is close to 80% which is pretty good. As I mentioned last month, a booklet has also been developed of Tier 1 for people working in social care and those within the NHS who do not have access to a computer. Let us know if you would like to receive a copy. Tier 2 of the training is being launched soon, and this will be for everyone in health and social care who work closely with adults with a learning disability. We are currently reviewing the online aspect of the course, and we are really impressed so far! It is engaging and informative and hopefully will make a real difference.
Last week we had a really positive and productive meeting alongside Mencap Cymru, with Professor Sue Tranka, Chief Nursing Officer for Wales. We were delighted to hear of her passionate commitment to equality of healthcare for people with a learning disability and her many positive plans in this area. We look forward to working with her and her team to help this work come to fruition.
Thank you for all your ongoing support.
From everyone at the Paul Ridd Foundation
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