The ADSHE Executive committee have been reviewing our strategy and programme of events due to the COVID-19 outbreak, which we continue to monitor and follow advice from Public Health England. It is with regret that we have decided to postpone this year’s Annual Conference in June and CPD Day South in September. Some Regional Group meetings will be delivered online, and will be open to members from any region to join. We are currently developing other methods for members to continue their CPD and networking opportunities remotely, and these will be announced soon. We are looking forward to launching a re-vamped programme of events in 2021, as part of our 20th anniversary celebrations.
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, please be advised of the latest updates from Government bodies and other stakeholders;
Government advice:
Government guidance for educational settings:
Association of Non-Medical Help Providers: report into the impact of Covid-19 on DSA provision
Student Loans Company: DSA frequently asked questions v3 – 09.04.20
SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC):
statement regarding conducting online diagnostic assessments – 31.03.20
physical distancing and diagnostic reports – 05.20
guidance on face-to-face assessments under easing of lockdown – 18.05.20
Universities UK: COVID-19 information for universities
Department for Education: COVID-19 and Education advice line: 0800 046 8687 or email DfE.coronavirushelpline@education.gov.uk
Working from home:
Clear Talents have produced a Working from Home booklet, which also details how to set up your home workspace effectively
ACAS have produced a detailed Homeworking guide for employers and employees
Health and general advice:
NHS advice for everyone
Mental Health UK has lots of information about managing mental health
Calm is offering lots of free information, advice and exercises through its website and app
Office for Students have published a briefing note about supporting students with mental health issues
BBC News website
Channel 4 News website
You Tube video of the US Surgeon General, showing how to make a basic face covering
BBC website instructions on how to make basic and more complex face coverings