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Housing for people with a learning disability
- Author:
- MENCAP
- Publisher:
- Mencap
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 50
- Place of publication:
- London
This report describes the current housing situation for people with a learning disability in England and Wales. It draws on the findings to two research projects to provide a picture of where people live now and what the future may look like for them in terms of their housing. It identifies the barriers to people living independently, from the way local authorities prioritise social housing to the lack of specialist housing for people with profound and multiple learning disabilities. It also looks at the impact of the Welfare Reform Act 2012 and suggests that the reforms will see greater numbers of people with a learning disability losing their independence. The report recommends the development of national strategy on housing for people with learning disability and for all local authorities to include specific plans for people with a learning disability in their housing strategy. The report aims to support decision-makers on issues relating to the provision of housing for people with a learning disability in England. (Original abstract)
Families at breaking point
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Viewpoint, 2006, pp.18-21.
- Publisher:
- Mencap/Gateway
In 2003, Mencap launched Breaking Point, a campaign for improvements in short break services for families caring for children and adults with severe and profound learning disabilities. A new follow up survey of 353 families in six local authority areas has found that short break services are still in short supply.
Coronavirus and people with learning disabilities study wave 3 Results: September 2021 full report
- Authors:
- FLYNN Samantha, et al
- Publisher:
- University of Warwick
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 130
- Place of publication:
- Coventry
This study is designed to systematically and responsively track the experiences of adults with learning disabilities through the COVID-19 pandemic across the four UK nations. The data in this briefing are taken from Wave 3 of the study. For Wave 3 of this study, in cohort 1, 989 people with mild/moderate learning disabilities across the UK were directly interviewed and, in Cohort 2, data were collected from 280 family carers or support staff of people with learning disabilities. Data in this report is presented separately for people with mild/moderate learning disabilities and people with profound or multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). At Wave 3 (n=118) 44% of participants were supporting/caring for people with PMLD. This document presents data about people with learning disabilities about their experience of COVID-19; physical health and access to health services; wellbeing and mental health; relationships, social lives and digital inclusion; sources of support; living circumstances, employment and money. For cohort 2, carers, data about COVID-19 and their health and wellbeing is presented. (Edited publisher abstract)
Self directed support and people with learning disabilities: a review of the published research evidence
- Authors:
- HARKES Mary Anne, BROWN Michael, HORSBURGH Dorothy
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 42(2), 2014, pp.87-101.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
A systematic literature review was undertaken to determine the evidence base underpinning the strategy of Self Directed Support and whether evidence demonstrates that this policy is accessible to everyone with a learning disability. It also sought to identify whether there were any barriers to Self Directed Support for people with severe or profound learning disabilities and, if so, how these barriers could be overcome. Four mixed-method research papers, two quantitative studies, seven qualitative studies and four literature reviews were identified. The findings indicated that very few studies pertain specifically to people with learning disabilities, and little account has been taken of their range of ability or the distinction between adults with legal capacity and those without. It is evident from the literature that Self Directed Support is not, as yet, attainable for everyone with a learning disability but those able to access it have reported an improvement in their quality of life. There is a need for further research to determine the extent of awareness and understanding of the policy of Self Directed Support, and the implications it will have on the future care of people with a wide range of learning disabilities. (Edited publisher abstract)
Commentary on “Overcoming challenges in diagnosing and treating cancers in people with intellectual disability: a case analysis”
- Authors:
- FOSTER Julie, MARKS Bob
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 19(2), 2014, pp.59-62.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This commentary reflect on the implications for practice and lessons that can be drawn from the case study presented by Kiani Reza et al. It highlights weaknesses in the way that access to healthcare is currently facilitated for people with learning disabilities. (Publisher abstract)
Short breaks support is failing family carers: reviewing progress 10 years on from Mencap's first Breaking Point report
- Author:
- MENCAP
- Publisher:
- Mencap
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 49
- Place of publication:
- London
Updates the findings of an earlier Mencap report to investigate whether recent policy initiatives have improved the availability and provision of short breaks provision for people caring for family members learning disabilities. It also examines the extent to which cuts to central and local budgets have impacted on services. A total of 264 family carers responded to a survey on short breaks provision and caring. Freedom of Information requests were also sent to 152 local authorities in England that provide social services. The survey found that 8 out of 10 family carers have reached breaking point due to the lack of short breaks. Families also felt that services they were not having regular assessments and that services were not meeting their needs. The lack of access to short breaks has also a serious impact on family carers, such as stress or having to give up work. The report includes quotes from family carers who responded to the survey. Recommendations are also made for local authorities, central government and service providers. (Original abstract)
Nice job if you can get it: work and people with learning difficulties
- Authors:
- WILLIAMS Val, et al
- Publisher:
- Norah Fry Research Centre
- Publication year:
- 2004
- Pagination:
- 39p.
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
This report is about employment opportunities and day centres and jobs for people with learning disabilities. It examines the policy background, and the motivation and barriers to work experienced by people with learning disabilities. Suggestions for enhanced advocacy and user led decision making are included.
Too little, too slowly: report on direct payments for people with learning difficulties in Scotland
- Authors:
- HENDERSON Elizabeth, BEWLEY Catherine
- Publisher:
- Values into Action
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 32p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Report on actively promoting direct payments for people with learning difficulties with four local authorities in Scotland. The report identifies barriers to the provision and comments on the need for further development.
Innovation: inspiring stories, radical shifts in power, exciting ideas for change
- Authors:
- PARADIGM, CHOICE SUPPORT
- Publisher:
- Paradigm
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 15p.
- Place of publication:
- Lincoln
This booklet deals with the rights of people with learning difficulties to assume full citizenship. It argues that the legacy and institutionalisation of the existing welfare system make changes necessary. It argues that people with learning difficulties need to break new ground to achieve ordinary things others take for granted.
Direct payments:commentary and review
- Author:
- HOLMAN Andrew
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 7(4), October 2002, pp.17-20.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Proposes measure to help raise the level of direct payment provision to people with learning disabilities and discusses the use of Independent Living Trusts.