This information will help frontline health and care staff use their trusted relationships with individuals, families and communities to provide the best possible support for people with a learning disability and their families, across an age continuum. We also recommend important actions that managers and staff holding strategic roles can take.
Updated the guidance throughout. Added a new introductory section defining a learning disability and its causes. Updated data on the prevalence of learning disability in England, health and health inequalities for people with a learning disability, and children and young people with a disability.Updated information on core principles, what you can do to help, helpful communication tips, understanding local needs, measuring impact, and further reading, resources and good practice.New sections on human rights and equality, good services and effective support across the life cycle, and when things get difficult.
Updated guidance.
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