Pamis

08/09/2026

The theme for Learning Disability Week 2026 is: “I am here…to be seen”. PAMIS run a monthly inclusive art club in Fife working closely with and to deliver a popular, creative session exploring many fun and varied arts and crafts. In May they piggybacked the Cat Trail and decorated a miniature version of the cat; last month were 3D objects, using plaster to make personalise tiles with shells, ropes, etc. Quote from a carer, “The lady I support to this class has gained so much from it. She is independent in her art activity (something she is unable to be in her everyday life) she finds a real release of emotions and expression in art”. Judy, Dot and regular volunteers create this amazing space which presents opportunities for those who are often not seen and frequently excluded, to be artists and work in an artist studio alongside a well-established art club. A wonderful collaboration which we hope will continue for a long time to come.

07/09/2026

If you are a carer of a person with a profound learning and multiple disability (PMLD) aged 14 or over and you are over 18 please consider taking part in this online survey that we are supporting alongside other carer-led organisations across the UK.

Many of you will remember the COVID-19 pandemic UK-wide survey about the impact of COVID on people with a learning disability and their families and the restrictions that were put in place. The findings from several phases of this research were and continue to be really useful.

The team are now building on this and are doing a survey specifically looking at the life and well-being of people with PMLD, and how we can best support them in the future. We are supporting this research because we believe it is an important way for carers to help shape research, policy and practice.

The survey has a website where you can find out more about the survey and the team: www.pmld-survey.ac.uk

Please scan the code, or get in touch with the team at [email protected] if you want to discuss further, to make sure we collect your thoughts on what is needed to ensure healthy lives of meaning and inclusion.

03/09/2026

Housing Options Scotland is going on tour with dates within the link below. They are an organisation that works across the whole of Scotland to provide free advice and information about what your housing options are, and how you can find a home to suit your needs. They help disabled people, older adults and veterans.
In each City event there will be a morning session for individuals looking for housing advice, and the afternoon session is for professionals working in housing, healthcare or the third sector who want to work with us or find out more.

A really helpful opportunity and you can book on the session that suits you via the link below.

Come and talk to us about your housing needs, and ask us anything you like. Five cities, autumn 2026. Free to attend.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

There is still time to secure your space on this fantastic course.

💬 “I really appreciated having my horizons broadened and my knowledge increased.”
💬 “Delivered in a very safe and containing way… the resources are excellent.”

This two-day course (22–23 September, Dundee) explores the profound and often complex experiences of grief and loss for people with profound learning and multiple disabilities (PMLD), as well as their families, carers and professionals.

👥 Designed for professionals, family carers and anyone supporting someone with PMLD, the course will:
• Build understanding of how bereavement and loss are experienced by people with PMLD
• Explore grief theories and their practical application
• Provide tools to support individuals and families through loss
• Create space for reflection, discussion and shared learning in a safe, supportive environment

As previous participants tell us, this is a thought-provoking, enriching and impactful learning experience.

📍 PAMIS Head Office, Dundee
📅 22nd & 23rd September
💷 £280 per person
📧 To book or find out more: [email protected]

01/09/2026

We had a very productive and positive visit with the lovely team at Fordell Firs yesterday discussing the physical changes that can be made to improve accessibility and the opportunities that could follow for our group to take part in outdoors activities.

We look forward to working with you and are excited for the outcome ❤️⛺🏞️🧭🌲🐿️

Great to have the team from Pamis at Fordell Firs with us! 💙

Together, we're exploring how we can improve access to our toilet facilities for all young people with disabilities including those with more complex needs.

We believe every young person should have the opportunity to belong, enjoy adventure and experience the great outdoors, and we’re committed to making Fordell Firs as inclusive and accessible as possible.

We're excited to continue working with Pamis and thank them for their support in helping us take positive steps towards making this happen.

31/08/2026

PAMIS families in Dundee enjoyed a fantastic day with Obama and Simon Mulholland at Camperdown Park.

A huge thank you to the Dundee Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for supporting this event.

More dates will be announced soon, so keep an eye out for updates!

27/08/2026

Have you signed up yet? 🕺🎤

Get ready for some Friday night fun! Need the link to join us? Email [email protected] or contact your local PAMIS team.