We are a team of social workers, community nurses, occupational therapists and physiotherapists. We work together with other agencies to provide services to adults with a learning disability, their carers and families.
What we do
We work closely with you and other staff in the learning disability services to:
- assess your needs by meeting with you to discuss your situation
- decide what services are appropriate to meet those needs
- provide advice, information and guidance
- promote a healthy lifestyle
- run an Adult Placement scheme arranging activities, a sitting service and short stay or permanent accommodation.
How we help
Here are some of the ways we may be able to offer support, depending on the assessed needs:
- practical advice and support in your home
- support to move towards more independent living
- support for carers
- accessing day time activities
- arranging short breaks
- liaising with Community Employment Services which helps people with a disability find supported employment
- longer term living options in a variety of settings.
We will treat you fairly and with respect.
We work closely with Dorset HealthCare NHS Trust including:
- community nurses
- occupational therapists
- psychology services
- consultant psychiatrist
- physiotherapists
- speech and language therapists
- residential health units
- continence advisors
- dietician.
We also work closely with independent and voluntary organisations to provide:
- day care activities
- accommodation with support
- short breaks
- advocacy services
- advice on welfare benefits.
Will I have to pay?
There is no charge for using the services of the Community Learning Disabilities Team.
There may be a charge if you choose to accept services to meet your needs such as day time activities, support at home or accommodation.
How to Contact the Team
Community Learning Disabilities Team
Community Care Services
Wallisdown Heights Office
121 Canford Avenue
Wallisdown
Bournemouth
BH11 8SH
Telephone: 01202 458809
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