Learning Disability Services operate across Birmingham, covering a population of 1.1 million people, of which 23,800 (2.3 per cent) have a learning disability. Teams provide healthcare for Birmingham residents with learning disabilities living in the community. The service aims to provide high quality care through multidisciplinary working and close collaboration with other agencies in Birmingham.
Who is it for?
People aged over 19 with learning disabilities are supported to live successfully in their own homes and specialist support is provided for those with more complex needs such as epilepsy, challenging behaviour, forensic needs and mental health conditions.
Respite and day services for people with more complex health needs are also provided and the service has facilities for the assessment and treatment of people who require a short period of admission.
Who delivers it?
The service is delivered by teams of specialist clinicians including psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dieticians and speech and language therapists.
