NWTDT | Pathways Associates CIC

06/06/2026

📢 Are you an Expert by Experience involved in CETRs (Care and Education Treatment Reviews)?

Inclusion North, Learning Disability England and NWTDT | Pathways Associates CIC are carrying out a survey to understand the experiences of Experts by Experience involved in CETRs across the country.

Experiences of CETRs can vary, and this survey aims to find out what works well and what could be improved.

The findings will be shared with CETR support hubs, NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care. A final report will also be shared with Expert by Experience hubs and may include quotes from survey responses.

The main aim is to make sure Experts by Experience can influence the future of CETRs.

If you are an Expert by Experience involved in CETRs, please take a few minutes to complete the survey:

https://rixeasysurvey.org/kiosk/JbWw

03/06/2026

The UK Supreme Court has changed the way the law works on whether a disabled person is being deprived of their liberty if they cannot make the decision themselves.

This means that the rules on Deprivation Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) has changed.

You can read Learning Disability England's statement and find out more here:

https://tinyurl.com/45jzxyfj

02/06/2026

🚨 Last Minute Places Available 🚨

We have a small number of places available on our upcoming Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training Tier 2 session.

Don't just take our word for it, recent attendees told us:

💬 "One of the best days of training I have been to in 17 years of being a social worker."

💬 "Having people with lived experience makes a difference, you can see it from their perspective."

💬 "The experts with lived experience were brilliant."

💬 "It made me completely rethink my understanding."

Our training is co-delivered with Experts by Experience and combines real-life perspectives, practical learning, discussion, videos and interactive activities to help improve understanding of learning disability, autism, communication and reasonable adjustments.

📍 Limited places remaining
📅 25th June 2026

Book now before the remaining places are gone:

pathwaysassociates.co.uk

29/05/2026

15 years… still much to do

15 years on from the BBC Panorama investigation that exposed abuse at Winterbourne View, too many people with learning disabilities and autistic people are still being failed by systems that should support them to live safe, good lives in their communities.  While there has been some progress ...

29/05/2026

We loved being part of this project! Thank you to our very own Janice Wycherley :-)

12/05/2026

Over recent months, a series of ‘Beyond Boundaries’ events have brought together partners and community members across social care to help shape the future of how we work together with communities.

The survey should take around 5 minutes and your feedback will help inform future conversations, development, and partnership working to ensure the programme continues to have the greatest possible impact.

🔗 Complete the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BeyondBoundariesevaluation

11/05/2026

💬 “One of the best days of training I have been to in 17 years of being a social worker.”

💬 “Having people with lived experience makes a difference, you can see it from their perspective.”

💬 “It made me completely rethink my understanding.”

We’ve been overwhelmed by the feedback from our recent Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training sessions 💜

Again and again, people told us the same thing:
👉 Hearing directly from people with lived experience made the learning real, powerful and unforgettable.

From autism and learning disability awareness, to reasonable adjustments, communication and person-centred care, these sessions created open conversations, challenged assumptions and helped people reflect on how we can improve support for others every day.

What attendees valued most:
✔ Experts by Experience sharing personal stories
✔ Interactive and engaging delivery
✔ Practical examples and videos
✔ Safe spaces for discussion and reflection
✔ Real insight into everyday barriers and challenges

A huge thank you to all of our trainers, co-trainers and Experts by Experience who continue to make these sessions so impactful.

11/05/2026

Sometimes the hardest thing isn’t what people see, it’s what’s going on underneath.

This video shares real experiences of feeling different, trying to “fit in”, and the toll that can take on mental health. It also shows something just as important, what can change when people feel able to be themselves and ask for support.

No one should feel like they have to act “normal” just to belong.

If you’re struggling, talking to someone can make all the difference. And if you’re supporting others, listening without judgement matters more than you think.

06/05/2026

At the Regional Forum Conference in Blackpool, we worked alongside self advocates to explore what compassion really means in our communities. 💜

The result was this powerful message, created through shared experiences, lived expertise, and honest conversations about the small things that can make a big difference to people’s lives.

From being a good neighbour, to truly listening and celebrating our differences, compassion is more than a feeling. It’s action, connection, and making sure nobody feels alone.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed their voices, ideas, and experiences on the day. Together, we continue building stronger, kinder, and more inclusive communities. 💬✨