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Report Reveals Pandemic Struggles of Family Carers

4/3/2025

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A new report from the Challenging Behaviour Foundation, in partnership with the Sharland Foundation and the University of Kent, sheds light on the struggles and triumphs faced by family carers of individuals with learning disabilities during the Covid-19 pandemic. This vital research seeks to guide policymakers in enhancing support for these families, revealing the profound impact of lockdown on their lives.

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Story summary

A new report from the Challenging Behaviour Foundation, in partnership with the Sharland Foundation and the University of Kent, sheds light on the struggles and triumphs faced by family carers of individuals with learning disabilities during the Covid-19 pandemic. This vital research seeks to guide policymakers in enhancing support for these families, revealing the profound impact of lockdown on their lives.