Three years after institutional abuse was found at Orchard Hill, England's last long-stay hospital for people with learning disabilities, former residents and staff are flourishing out in the community. A brief account of Sutton Council's approach at providing supported living schemes and transforming day services is provided. A short case study from a support worker and the mother of one former resident of Orchard Hill are also included.
Three years after institutional abuse was found at Orchard Hill, England's last long-stay hospital for people with learning disabilities, former residents and staff are flourishing out in the community. A brief account of Sutton Council's approach at providing supported living schemes and transforming day services is provided. A short case study from a support worker and the mother of one former resident of Orchard Hill are also included.
Subject terms:
learning disabilities, local authorities, severe learning disabilities, supported living, community care, day services;
Two surveys have shown community care services for people with learning difficulties are heavily under funded. Describes how campaigning groups are worried that unless something is done soon they are heading for disaster.
Two surveys have shown community care services for people with learning difficulties are heavily under funded. Describes how campaigning groups are worried that unless something is done soon they are heading for disaster.
Subject terms:
learning disabilities, mental health services, social care provision, vulnerable adults, community care, financing;