This #WorldMentalHealth day we are putting the spotlight on our newly created Mental Health & Learning Disabilities Community of Practice (CoP).
In his recent blog, our Chair, Ewan King points out: “Whilst we are more aware today of mental health, we are not yet providing good quality support to all who need it. We want to share good practice to help overcome this problem.” Read his blog here.
The care and support provider landscape in mental health social care plays a vital role in keeping people well, safe, and connected.
It delivers care and support to around 8 million people in England and Wales, including those often excluded from other services – such as racialised communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, older people, young people, and those with complex needs such as acquired brain injuries or Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities.
Our Mental Health & Learning Disabilities Community of Practice is open to all who work in adult social care who want to:
- Connect with peers across the sector to share challenges, insights, and innovations.
- Learn from national initiatives, including the CPA’s work on mental health, learning disabilities, and autism.
- Access practical tools and resources to support workforce wellbeing and inclusive care.
- Contribute to shaping policy and practice, ensuring the voice of providers is heard in national conversations.
- Ask questions and join the conversation on our forums
We invite you to join the conversation in our forum and to share resources.
Our thanks go to our members ARC England; Association for Real Change and Association of Mental Health Providers for sharing resources and helping create this CoP.
CPA Communities of Practice
A community of practice is a group of people who share a common interest, profession, or passion and come together to learn from each other, share knowledge, and improve professional practice.
We are pleased to host three new Communities of Practice, built on mutual engagement, shared goals, and a commitment to collective learning and drive meaningful change.
Whether your focus is Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, Neighbourhood Health, or the Social Care Fair Pay Agreement, these communities will offer a supportive space to connect with peers, explore innovative approaches, and influence policy and practice.
By participating, you’ll gain access to shared resources, expert insights, and a network of passionate professionals working toward better outcomes for those our services support.
Sign up today and be part of an opportunity to strengthen care through collaboration.
