Scottish Learning Disability Week

The week-long initiative encourages exploration of the digital landscape and its impact on people with learning disabilities. 

Since the onset of Covid-19 pandemic, our reliance on digital technology has surged. However, this may have presented barriers for people with learning disabilities to join in the digital transformation. The online landscape, while full of opportunities, also presents risks. The aim of this week is to empower and support individuals with learning disabilities to navigate the online world safely.

This week of events will take place from Monday, 6th May until Friday, 10th May.

Monday

10 am to 12 Noon - Opening 

Jacquie Pepper, Chief Officer of Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership will be opening the week of events. Performances from the Jollity Choir and Makaton Choir will welcome everyone. 

10.30 am until 11.30 am | Hear our Roar!

Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership are thrilled to share the formation of a new group specifically for people with learning disabilities. Thanks to generous funding from Perth and Kinross Council's Angel Share scheme to fund innovation projects, they're embarking on an empowering journey, beginning with the launch of a new group Hear our Roar! 

The aim of this group is to ensure people with learning disabilities are heard. They possess a powerful voice, a mighty roar, however, they often encounter barriers to living well and struggle to be heard or taken seriously.

The goal is to establish an active group led by people with disabilities within Perth and Kinross where influencers, leaders and advocates can come together, speak up, and actively shape decisions that directly impact them. This group will serve as a safe space for sharing ideas, thoughts and concerns and provide a platform which will amplify their voices on topics that concern them.

1.00pm | Back to Nature Tipi 

Come along and hear more on how a tipi will help people with learning disabilities reconnect with nature, spend time outdoors with the families and carers in a supportive and social environment. 

Stalls on the day -
Scope, NHS,  Blairgowrie Day Opportunities, Gleneagles Day Opportunities and Kinnoull Day Opportunities, Friends Unlimited Network, Independent Advocacy, Safer Communities, Fire Safety, Carers Support, Autism Initiatives, Community Policing Team, Capability Scotland, and Community Alarms.

Tuesday

Compass App Launch | 10.00 am until 11.30 am and 12.30pm until 2.00pm

Compass is an online tool to help young people, their parents and carers, and the professionals who support them with the transition to young adult life, offering a range of support and resources covering key areas of transition to support successful transitions.

Come along to the drop-in launch event where you will find out more about the benefits of this app. To book your place, please email communityengagement@pkc.gov.uk 

Stalls on the day -
Communities, Fire Safety, Carers Support, Autism Initiatives, Gleneagles Day Opportunities and Kinnoull Day Opportunities, Friends Unlimited Network, Community Policing Team, Capability Scotland, Perth and Kinross Disability Sport, Supported Living Team and Community Alarms.

Wednesday

10 am until 12 Noon | Scope 

Scope are a small specialist team who support individuals with a learning disability, autism and complex needs, working alongside health colleagues within the health and social care partnership. Come along to the drop-in session to learn more about what they offer.  

1 pm until 2 pm | Keep Safe Initiative

Join Centre for Inclusive Living for an informative session on the award-winning Keep Safe initiative, by Police Scotland. Discover how Keep Safe creates safe spaces for everyone, especially those who need assistance. Learn about the Keep Safe Scotland app and card, designed and developed by people with disabilities.

Stalls on the day -
Scope, NHS, Independent Advocacy, Safer Communities, Gleneagles Day Opportunities and Kinnoull Day Opportunities, Friends Unlimited Network, Fire Safety, Carers Support, Autism Initiatives, Community Policing Team, Capability Scotland, Supported Living Team and Community Alarms.

Thursday

People with learning disabilities may face financial challenges because they often hesitate to apply for benefits online.  Staff from PKC's Welfare Rights team will be on hand to provide support and guidance, ensuring that you receive the appropriate benefits and maximise your income. 

Stalls on the day -
Scope, NHS, Gleneagles Day Opportunities and Kinnoull Day Opportunities, Friends Unlimited Network, Independent Advocacy, Safer Communities, Fire Safety, Carers Support, Autism Initiatives, Community Policing Team, Capability Scotland, Supported Living Team, Voiceability and Community Alarms.

1 pm to 3 pm | Try your hand at sport with Perth and Kinross Disability Sport | Academy of Sport and Wellbeing, UHI, Crieff Road, Perth

An exciting opportunity for people with learning disability to explore sports! Try your hand at fun athletics by Perth Strathtay Harriers or discover Boccia, an inclusive and strategic support that's perfect for all abilities with Perth Eagles Boccia Club and more.

10 am to 12 Noon and 1 pm to 3 pm 
New Rannoch Day Centre, Shuna Court, North Muirton, Perth

Come along and hear more on how a Back to Nature Tipi will help people with learning disabilities reconnect with nature, spend time outdoors with the families and carers in a supportive and social environment. 

3 pm to 5 pm | Free online training session | Making the internet part of our support

In this session, you will find out how you can support others to learn skills to be confident in the digital world. This training sessions for anyone who supports people with disabilities, whether as part of your job or volunteer or family and friends. To register your place, please email communityengagement@pkc.gov.uk

Friday