Hi everybody my name is Ceri Davies. I am 32 years old, I have Cerebral Palsy, Tethered Cord Syndrome and Scoliosis. I believe in Equality of Opportunity as well as the social model of disability. I passionately believe that society should be adapted to enable disabled people to live happy and fulfilled lives. I am well known by close family and friends for when I am not happy with something, even though I cannot do it myself politely asserting what I wish to change, particularly when it comes to my own care and the personalisation agenda. On Saturday 10th October it was announced that I was nominated and have won a Queen's Honour British Empire Medal, I am over the moon it almost feels surreal. It is for 11 years of service to disabled, disadvantaged and life limited children and families. I would like to say a huge thank you to my nominators, I am eternally grateful that they put me forward. I hope it helps me support more children and young people in Dudley and the wider West Midlands.
Happy International Women's Day! Every Woman on this planet inspires me, particularly my Mom and female friends and family. The lady in this picture is Justice Williams (MBE), she is thoughtful, caring and one of the best women entrepreneurs I have met. All women please celebrate your creativity and everything you give to the world.
Hi everybody! I'm campaigning with my fellow disability rights campaigners and I am part of the movement which is Social Care Futures. Here are the key enquiry outcome suggestions:
Promote a new story of change to inspire the wider public to support the future we seek
Underpin this story with examples of the approaches that exemplify this future and working with others to grow and to spread them
Challenge and change the present through action at all levels to close the gap between the positive ambition of the Care Act 2014 and reality on the ground
Develop the practical solutions to move us towards our vision, navigated by people whose experience and insight comes from drawing on care and support to live their lives
Build a social movement for change
We are all working hard to make these a reality in adult social care.
I am also a member of IMPACT, which is improving adult care together. This is the new research centre. The professional in charge is Jon Glasby, please see below the link:
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