Young adults with disabilities

If you have a disability and are under 25, or their carer, you may be able to get support from our all age disability team. 

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 
• access short breaks 
• at home, for example, helping you learn to cook or help with your personal care 
• 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 
• stay healthy 
• support you to transition into the learning disability or physical disability social care service once you reach 25

Eligibility 

To receive support from the all age disability service as an adult you must: 

• have a learning disability 
• meet the Care Act eligibility criteria 
• be under the age of 25

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 you views (an advocate)

This could include arranging short breaks, care, or a personal budget.

The service is free for under 18s. Those over 18 need a financial assessment. 

You'll be eligible for it if you:

• have a disability that's 'severe and profound
• rely on significant help from someone else

We receive information from you, your GP or local agencies. 

We'll assess your needs, and speak to other relevant professionals.

We then agree on a support plan and discuss the services that will give you good outcomes. 

We'll also provide details of other helpful services. 

We prefer to visit you in your home to make things easier for you.

How to refer

For emergencies, always call 999 first.

Contact the team to find out about social care help or to make a referral.

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