What we do to help
- We offer support to patients throughout their hospital journey.
- We offer support to patients, families and carers.
- We can provide easy read and accessible health information.
- We encourage person centred healthcare for people with a learning disability.
- We promote equal healthcare for people with a learning disability.
- We provide education and training for our hospital staff.
- We improve knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with a learning disability.
- We help hospital staff to identify what reasonable adjustments are needed for our patients. You can read about reasonable adjustments by clicking here
- We help hospital staff to put reasonable adjustments in place. You can read about this by clicking here
- We have an easy read information sheet about getting ready to come into hospital. You can read this by clicking here
- We welcome feedback about your experiences.
- We can signpost to further support as needed.
Please note: We are currently unable to offer support to patients who have a diagnosis of Autism only. Please click here to visit our Useful Websites page. You will find a link to a local charity Autism in Mind, who will be able to offer you support.
Watch Our People Podcast, Episode 5, Learning Disability Nurses:
