Learning disabilities

They can help with the things that are important to you so you have more control over your life. 

If you're eligible the team can help you: 

• find out what’s available in your local community
• at home, for example, helping you learn to cook or help with your personal care
• access short breaks
• access supported living accommodation or manage a tenancy in general needs housing
• find a job or learning opportunities
• access activities you’re interested in
• keep safe at home and in the community
• transition from all-age disability services to adult services

Specialised health support

The following also offer specialised health support for you (and your carer):

• learning disability health teams at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust 
• the (Southwark) Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Service 

These can help you live active and fulfilling lives, including: 

• community learning disability nursing to check your health and wellbeing 
• occupational therapy to help you with everyday jobs at home and to develop independent living skills
• physiotherapy to help you with body posture and movement 
• speech and language therapy to help you with communication 
• behaviour support to help you manage challenging behaviours
• psychiatry support
• psychology support

Eligibility

To receive support from the learning disabilities service you must:

• have a learning disability
• meet the Care Act eligibility criteria

A social worker will meet with you to assess your needs. 

If you need help we can arrange for someone to support you to express your views (an advocate).

How to refer

For emergencies always call 999 first.

Contact the team to get social care help or to make a referral.

You must have the consent of the person you’re referring.