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Welcome to LTCANIThe Long Term Conditions Alliance Northern Ireland (LTCANI) is an umbrella body for voluntary and not for profit organisations working with and for people with long term conditions in Northern Ireland. Collectively LTCANI member organisations represent approximately 500,000 people with long term conditions in Northern Ireland. Long term conditions can affect all aspects of people's lives, can be devastating, and can last for years – or for life. People with long term conditions need long term support in minimizing the impact of their conditions and maximizing their independence and quality of life. They need timely and effective medical intervention, but they also need information and support in managing their conditions on an ongoing and daily basis. They need to feel engaged with their own care, to feel responsible for their own health and able to make decisions for themselves. People with long term conditions know a lot about their conditions. They have a real contribution to make to shaping the services which support them. Their imput can help the health service to target its scarce resources more effectively. They should have a real and important role in planning the services which are intended to meet their needs. |
Latest NewsLong Term Conditions conference 08 report Lorig, Tritter for LTCANI/DHSSPS conference Minister announces health care proposals LTCANI meets McGimpsey LTCANI meets Health Committee |
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