Their opinions count

People with learning disabilities led a conference designed to empower others just like themselves, hosted by our social care company Optalis.

Called ‘Have Your Say,’ this was Optalis’ first customer conference. Its aim was to explore how important it is for people with learning disabilities to have choice and control over their lives.

The interactive event brought together Optalis’ customers to voice their opinions about the care and support they receive, and then influence it.

The conference also celebrated the hundredth anniversary of women getting the vote. Optalis has joined other organisations across the UK in a campaign calling for people with disabilities to get the right support and information so that they can use their vote.

“Our customers co-produced the Optalis business strategy and we continue to work closely with them to make sure that our organisation is run the way people want,” said Martin Farrow, CEO at Optalis.

“This event was created by people with learning disabilities, for people with learning disabilities, with the focus on inclusivity where voices are heard and opinions count.”

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