North East & Cumbria Learning Disability Network

All behaviour happens for a reason. Instead of stopping it, understand the message behind it. Reasons include pain, attention, escape, tangible needs, & sensory needs. Understanding these helps meet their needs in other ways. Download our posters: bit.ly/3FXXXud

As part of the NENC workforce development approach to PBS, we are currently exploring the potential for developing a part time MSc programme in PBS. We would be grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete this short survey: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/qxTQpbHVfj

STOMP is a NHSE programme to stop inappropriate prescribing of psychotropic meds for people with learning disability and autism. PBS is an alternative way to support somebody without medication. Watch our film for social care providers here: youtube.com/watch?v=jIHsH4…

STOMP is a NHSE programme to stop inappropriate prescribing of psychotropic meds for people with learning disability and autism. PBS is an alternative way to support somebody without medication. Watch Debbie & Lucy's story here: youtube.com/watch?v=rOv4RF…

STOMP is a NHSE programme to stop inappropriate prescribing of psychotropic meds for people with learning disability and autism. PBS is an alternative way to support somebody without medication. Watch Anne-Marie's story here: youtube.com/watch?v=2x5XH-…

STOMP is a NHSE programme to stop inappropriate prescribing of psychotropic meds for people with learning disability and autism. PBS is an alternative way to support somebody without medication. Watch Ethan's story here: youtube.com/watch?v=niRzAU…

STOMP is a NHSE programme to stop inappropriate prescribing of psychotropic meds for people with learning disability and autism. PBS is an alternative way to support somebody without medication. Watch Shane's story here: youtube.com/watch?v=fnIngk…

PBS is a framework to support people with challenging behaviours. This film explains PBS, the reasons behind behaviours, and strategies to empower family carers. It also shares experiences from experts with lived experience. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=1l4Il6…

In 2024, Debbie Austin, a family carer, delivered a webinar on how PBS transformed her family and daughter Lucy's lives. She shares her lived experience and how PBS strategies significantly reduced challenging behaviours. Watch here: youtu.be/l9Iczc7nWnw

Following the refreshed definition of PBS, we developed videos exploring the 12 key components from a family carer perspective. Debbie and Jillian illustrate these components. The third video covers process and strategy. Watch here: youtu.be/9vZbZF0BHH4

Following the refreshed definition of PBS, we developed videos exploring the 12 key components from a family carer perspective. Debbie and Jillian illustrate these components. The second video covers Theory and Evidence base. Watch here: youtu.be/1lSykfuRBlE

Following the refreshed definition of PBS, we developed videos exploring the 12 key components from a family carer perspective. Debbie and Jillian illustrate these components. The first video covers Rights and Values. Watch here: youtu.be/u-4I4lsK8ZU

In NENC, we co-developed family carer workshops with Skills for People, focusing on quality of life, understanding behaviour that challenges, and wellbeing. Delivered by family carers to family carers. Listen to Viv's story here: youtu.be/wOBVHz3rS2I

In NENC, we co-developed family carer workshops with Skills for People, focusing on quality of life, understanding behaviour that challenges, and wellbeing. Delivered by family carers to family carers, watch the video here for more info: youtu.be/ZoS-vFpxurQ

Melissa Sherring, Workforce Development Manager for PBS, delivered a lunch and learn session on our regional strategic workforce development approach to PBS. The webinar covers what PBS is, its 8-year journey, key approaches and outcomes. Watch here: youtu.be/We6HOe6MQTU

The Scottish Social Service Council has released a free PBS awareness eBook and interactive resource. This tool helps professionals and unpaid carers understand and support individuals with behaviours that challenge. Learn more: lms.learn.sssc.uk.com/resources/posi…

North East North Cumbria's workforce development approach to PBS is now open for applications. We're offering Level 6/7 and Level 4 PBS programmes with Northumbria University and Sunderland College. Apply for September 2025 intake. Learn more: pbsnec.co.uk/project/contin…

In 2016, the NENC region developed a workforce approach to PBS to meet the needs of people with a learning disability and autistic people. This includes a strategic workforce development approach across health, care & family carers. Learn more at: pbsnec.co.uk/project/contin…

PBS aims to understand behaviours that challenge and improve quality of life. Focusing on human rights, building individualised support, and changing systems to reduce restrictive practices. Learn more at: pbsnec.co.uk

All behaviour happens for a reason. Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is a way of life. It aims to improve quality of life, understand challenging behaviours, treat people with equal human rights, and reduce restrictive practices. Learn more at: pbsnec.co.uk