We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the next VODG Quality and Safeguarding Professional Network meeting.
For our first session we are delighted to welcome Professor Irene Tuffrey-Wijne who will share insights from the Victoria and Stuart Project—a pioneering initiative focused on end-of-life care for people with learning disabilities. This session will explore how we can ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, receives the care, respect, and support they deserve at the end of life. From planning with empathy to advocating for dignity, Professor Tuffrey-Wijne will guide us through the challenges, breakthroughs, and human stories that shape this vital work, while Nicola Payne from MacIntyre will give a provider perspective on using the project's toolkit.
In our next session, we’ll create space to reflect on the emotional toll of working in Quality & Safeguarding, where exposure to distressing stories is part of the job. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to support wellbeing—for ourselves, our colleagues, and the teams we lead. From building resilience to fostering a culture of compassion, this conversation is about equipping managers and staff to navigate trauma-informed work with empathy and strength.
We will then hear from Jonathan Senker, who will be providing an update on VODG's response to the new STOMP STAMP standards.
After these challenging topics, in our final session we will hear uplifting stories from the experts by experience at The Orpheus Centre about what good support looks like, and what a difference it has made to their lives. They will also be choosing the best festive jumper or prop on display on the day – no prizes, just a fun way to end the final event of the year.
Speakers
Draft Programme
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14.00 |
VODG Welcome and housekeeping |
Kerry Hamilton, Director of Membership and Operations at VODG |
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14.05 |
Introductions |
VODG Co-chairs |
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14.10 |
End of life planning |
The Victoria and Stuart Project |
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14.50 |
Trauma Informed Supervision |
Breakout room discussion |
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14.20 |
STOMP STAMP |
Jonathan Senker |
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15.30 |
Positive Safeguarding |
The Orpheus Centre |
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15.50 |
Future Topics |
VODG Co-chairs |
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15.55 |
Final round-up |
Kerry Hamilton, Director of Membership and Operations at VODG |
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16.00 |
End |
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Accessibility
Please note, should you have any accessibility requirements, we will do our best to make necessary arrangements to support you; however, we may require up to four weeks notice, so please list your requirements on the booking form. Closed captions are used as standard in online meetings. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
