Learning Disabilities (CTPLD)

We can provide support if you have a learning disability.

If you’re caring for, or working with, someone with a learning disability, our Symptom Checker guide has advice on the coronavirus symptoms to look out for and what to do next.

Our guide covers the most common symptoms for coronavirus, as well as other illnesses with similar symptoms.

For each symptom, we’ve included details around other possible reasons as to why they may be happening.

The information is intended as a guide only, as everyone’s symptoms and experiences will be different.

Read our Symptom Checker guide (pdf)

Contact NHS111

If you’re unsure about symptoms and you’re concerned about someone, contact NHS for advice.

Call NHS 111

Visit NHS 111 website (this will open a new browser tab)

Read more about coronavirus symptoms on the NHS website (this will open a new browser tab)

Easy-read COVID-19 advice

Beyond Words

The Beyond Words website has free picture stories about how to keep yourself and others safe.

Visit the Beyond Words website to see the free guides (this will open a new browser tab)

Advice from Public Health England

Here are easy-read guides on how to look after yourself during coronavirus (COVID-19).

Read the 'How to look after your feelings and your body' guide (pdf)

Read the 'How to stay safe at home' guide (pdf)

Photosymbols

A poster which explains how to stay safe during coronavirus (COVID-19).

See the poster by Photosymbols (pdf)

NHS Easy Read advice

Here are easy-read guides if you're feeling worried, or very sad or have low mood.

Read advice if you feel worry (this is known as anxiety) (pdf)

Read this advice if you feel very sad and low in mood (this is known as depression) (pdf)

You can find more guides on the NHS Oxford Health website

Visit the NHS Oxford Health website (this will open a new browser tab)

How we can help you

When you are referred to us, we can support you with advice about treatments and therapies.

We will work with you to give you a personalised care plan, such as:

Nurses who can help you get a health check with your GP, look after your medication and find out about behaviour and epilepsy management
Health support workers
Occupational therapists who can help you improve your independence by carrying out day to day activity and assessing you for specialist equipment
Physiotherapists, who can help improve your movement and talk to you about special equipment like wheelchairs or mobility aids
Psychiatrists, who can help you manage your emotions and make life less stressful as well as providing any medication you might need
Psychologists, who can help you cope with your emotions and improve your communication skills
Behaviour specialists, who can help you understand your emotions
Dieticians, who can talk to you about healthy foods and drinks
Speech and language therapists, who can improve your communication skills and help with eating or drinking problems

We also work in partnership with social workers and social service assessment officers to make sure you’re getting the best support possible.

You can watch our video on our YouTube channel if you can't see it on this page

Watch our Welcome video on YouTube

Self help

COVID-19 Symptom Checker Guide

Our Symptom Checker guide has advice on the COVID-19 symptoms to look out for and what to do next.

The information is intended as a guide only, as everyone’s symptoms and experiences will be different.

Read our Symptom Checker guide (pdf)

If you’re unsure about symptoms and you’re concerned about someone, contact NHS for advice.

Call NHS 111

Visit NHS 111 website (this will open a new browser tab)

Read more about coronavirus symptoms on the NHS website (this will open a new browser tab)

Easy read health information

We can supply you with a range of healthcare information in a format that suits you. Just ask your healthcare professional for more information.

You can also visit the Easy Health website for more leaflets, videos and other health information that's in an easy to read format.

Visit the Easy Health website (this will open a new browser tab)

Hospital Passport

We've also produced a Hospital Passport that you and your carers can fill in each time you go into hospital. This will help your doctors and nurses support you in the best way possible.

Sign up to our newsletter

Our Learning Disabilities team are sending out regular updates for patients, their families and carers full of fun and practical activities that you can safely carry out while shielding or social distancing.

How you can get support

You can refer yourself or a loved one into our service by completing a referral form and sending it to us.

Read our referral form (pdf document)

If you’re referring someone else, please let them know beforehand.

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