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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · 2d

Noah’s Pattern Place is coming November 30th, 2025! A story for ages 7–10, that celebrates neurodiversity. Written with allyship & compassion. A story that help every child see their strengths shine.

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#PowerBoostAcademy #Neurodiversity #ChildrensBooks #Autism #Inclusion

The Power Boost Academy Series

The Power Boost Academy proudly introduce our first book, available from 30th November 2025.

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · 25d

Noah’s Pattern Place is more than just a story, it’s a step toward building communities where every child can shine.

#PowerBoostAcademy #NoahsPatternPlace #InclusiveBooks #AllyshipMatters #NeurodiversityCelebrated

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · 25d

Allyship is about noticing when someone might need a little support, choosing kindness, and making sure everyone belongs. These small acts of inclusion can transform classrooms, playgrounds, and friendships.

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · 25d

The adventure doesn’t stop when the story ends. Each book includes a Power Boost section which is packed with tips, strengths, and ideas for children, parents, and teachers. One of the most important parts? Learning how to be an ally.

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · 25d

Noah sees the world in patterns, in sounds, colours, shapes, and routines. What might feel different to others is what makes him unique. His story shows that our differences are not problems to solve, but superpowers to celebrate.

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · 25d

Coming soon -Noah’s Pattern Place.
A story about autism, strengths and understanding. Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and celebrated. That’s why we created our new Power Boost Academy series
#PowerBoostAcademy #InclusiveBooks #AllyshipMatters #NeurodiversityCelebrated

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Autism in Adulthood @autisminadulthood.bsky.social · Jun 9

Research by @xspcyau.bsky.social et al (2025) shows that miscommunication and misunderstandings between autistic adults and service providers are barriers to autistic adults seeking and receiving support for mental health and suicidality

FREE until 20th June

www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/...

Screenshot of journal article titled: “Autistic Adults’ Experiences Seeking and Receiving Support for Mental Health and Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior” by Wilson et al (2025).

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · May 21

WaitingWell is an online, holistic initiative designed to support individuals on neurodiversity waiting lists across the UK. The programme seeks to support people (all ages), by offering practical information, evidence-based strategies and meaningful support both before and after a diagnosis.

Home - Waiting Well by The Owl Centre Charity

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · May 21

I shared waitingwell.co.uk with some wonderful carers who I met tonight. They fed back how easy it was to navigate the site. They found exactly what they wanted to quickly, they liked that it helps children and adults waiting for or post assessment. WaitingWell is an online, holistic initiative. 🥰

Home - Waiting Well by The Owl Centre Charity

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Mar 6

Great afternoon with social care and health colleagues discussing new specialist provision across Bath, Swindon & Wiltshire ICB #learningdisability #autism @wiltscouncil.bsky.social @swindoncouncil.bsky.social

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Rob Mitchell @robmitch92.bsky.social · Feb 15

Our new Social Work, Cats & Rocket Science book is out in April. The perfect gift to order now on this Valentines weekend, after the Christmas expense, before Ramadan, and to enjoy with your Easter chocolate, or something…

Pre order link here waterstones.com/book/the-socia…

Picture of a copy of the front cover of the book alongside an image of a cat in a rocket ship

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Jan 30

Congratulations to all my colleagues, CQC rated Wiltshire Council Adult Social Care as GOOD in our recent inspection, they recognised the efforts of all our colleagues who go above & beyond. I’m always impressed by everyone’s commitment to serve our communities.

Laura Roberts on LinkedIn: #lovewhereyouwork

Huge congratulations to all my colleagues in Adult Social Care. So pleased that CQC rated Wiltshire Council as GOOD in our recent inspection. CQC recognised…

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · Jan 20

PMLD Link's first Webinar - February 2025!

A free informative session focused on profound and multiple learning disabilities designed to enhance your knowledge and skills (for family carers, advocates or professionals)

Sign up here: tinyurl.com/ye22bwpn

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Jan 10

I’m waiting for my copy to arrive in the post. Excited to read Matt’s new book. I won’t be sharing my copy, you can order a copy on the following link amzn.eu/d/1yItvki If it’s half as great as the gent himself it’ll be a blooming brilliant read 🥰

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Dez Holmes @dezholmes1.bsky.social · Jan 8

@eyalliance.bsky.social Hi! We’re doing a project for Ofsted, helping them redefine ’vulnerability’. We want to hear from professionals across England and the early years focus group is 23 Jan. More info & sign/up is here: www.researchinpractice.org.uk/children/new... Please share widely, thanks!

How can Ofsted conceptualise ‘vulnerability’ in its work within the education and social care sectors? New dates added | Research in PracticeFacebook_SimpleTwitter_SimpleLinkedInMailLinkedInShare_Outl...

We want to hear from professionals at all levels to learn how providers are meeting the needs of vulnerable children, learners and young people.

www.researchinpractice.org.uk

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Dec 31

Fantastic, congratulations 🙌 🥰

Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Dec 31

Fantastic, congratulations 👏🥰

Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Dec 24

Absolutely, thank you to all our out of hours social care colleagues who will be working to ensure that people are safe and needs are met over the festive period.

Rob Mitchell @robmitch92.bsky.social · Dec 24

As our Out of Offices go on, a big shout out to Local Authority EDTs, inc duty AMHPs, up and down the country, who start when we stop. Always very grateful for their professionalism & commitment. They do an exceptionally difficult job. #ThankYou #MerryChristmas

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Saba Salman @sabasalman.com · Dec 19

A 'thematic review' so I won't have a go for it telling us what we already know. Lots here on the 'cliff edge' move from child to adult support, inadequate education care and health plans and systemic barriers. And the local govt holy grail of 'joined up' work #SENDsky

www.gov.uk/government/p...

Preparation for adulthood arrangements in local areas: a thematic review

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · Dec 17

The flu jab is free for people with a learning disability. You can get it to prevent being ill. Talk to your doctor #StayWellThisWinter

Find out more: tinyurl.com/mr2zz82z

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Dec 6

My colleagues in Wiltshire Council have received the top grade for SEND and also an 'Outstanding' Ofsted result for our work with families and children in the last four years.

Find out more 👉 orlo.uk/tX9oU

"Valued and prioritised." SEND judgement on Wiltshire services and support is published - Wiltshire Council

"Children and young people with SEND are valued and prioritised in Wiltshire."

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Laura Roberts @laurapitmanroberts.bsky.social · Dec 5

Today I had the pleasure of facilitating a networking event between #adultsocialcare and #LDHealth colleagues. My heart is warmed, we talked about things we can do to ensure we are co-ordinated, that barriers are minimised & how we can work together to achieve amazing things and support people 🥰

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ALT: the words exciting things are happening are on a black background

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Dr Clenton Farquharson CBE @clentonf.bsky.social · Dec 3

Today we celebrate #IDPD2024 with the theme "Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive & Sustainable Future." Let’s build a world where leadership knows no barriers & disabled voices lead the way.
#LeadershipWithoutBarriers #AmplifyDisabilityLeadership #NoOneLeftBehind

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Gerry Nosowska @gerrynos.bsky.social · Dec 3

Brilliant to see that the theme for next year's World #SocialWork day is intergenerational solidarity; intergenerational relationships are crucial to wellbeing for all www.ifsw.org/the-2025-wor...

The 2025 World Social Work Day Theme Announced

The International Association of Schools of Social Work, the International Council of Social Welfare and IFSW have jointly announced the 20225 World Social Work Day theme:‘Strengthening Intergener

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Dr. Hello Bonjour @hellobonjour.bsky.social · Nov 21

I'm totally OK with being called woke. It just means that I'm showing off my green flags. Happy to follow others with green flags.

#woke

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