Heart and Soul The heart and soul of well-being
Jim Crowe Director, Learning Disability Wales
Definition ‘a state of being well, healthy, contented’
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Why well-being is important People need: •
A sense of personal vitality/liveliness
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A chance to undertake meaningful, engaging activities
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An inner health to respond when things go wrong NEF
National Outcomes Framework • I know and understand what care, support and opportunities are available to me • I get the help I need, when I need it, in the way I want it • My rights are respected
National Outcomes Framework •
I have voice and control
• I am involved in making decisions that affect my life • My individual circumstances are considered • I can speak for myself or have someone who can do it for me
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I am happy
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I am healthy
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I am safe and protected from abuse and neglect
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I can learn and develop to my full potential
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I can do the things that matter to me
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I can engage and participate
• I feel valued in society • I belong • I have safe and healthy relationships
National Outcomes Framework • I am supported to work • I have a social life and can be with the people that I choose • I do not live in poverty • I get the help I need to grow up and be independent
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I get care through the Welsh language if I need it
• I have suitable living accommodation that meets my needs
5 Ways to Wellbeing 1. Connect with people around you
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5 Ways to Wellbeing 2. Be Active walk, run, garden
3. Take notice be curious, look around you
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5 Ways to Wellbeing 4. Keep learning Try something new, cook a meal
5. Give do something nice, be a volunteer, help one another NEF
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