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Health passports

WEBA health passport is a resource for people with a learning disability who might need hospital treatment. The passport is designed to be taken to hospital and health appointments. It …

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What conditions are associated with a learning disability

WEBWilliam’s syndrome is a rare genetic condition affecting around 1 in 18,000 people in the UK. It occurs randomly and can not be passed on from a parent to a child. …

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What is a Learning Disability

WEBWhat is a Learning Disability? Introduction – Learning disability or learning difficulty? A learning disability is defined by the Department of Health and Social Care (2001) as: ‘a …

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Living with a Learning Disability

WEBIf you are or know a young person struggling with mental health because of your learning disability please contact Leeds Mencap on 0113 235 1331 for support, …

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Learning and Development for Children with Autism

WEBParents can access information and support from: School: speak to the SENCo if you need advice and support Groups and charities such as: Leeds ABC Support Group: aims to …

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Communicating with a learning disability

WEBIn person: Many people with a learning disability prefer face to face and one to one communication. In writing: Use bigger text and bullet points, and to keep writing at a …

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Supporting your Child with Speech and Communication

WEBSocial communication and interaction refers to the ability to communicate and interact with others, for example taking turns in conversation, listening, use of appropriate …

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Education, Health and Care Plan (EHC plan or EHCP)

WEBAn Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is a legal document for a child or young person up to the age of 25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). It describes …

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World Mental Health Day

WEBThe 10th of October is World Mental Health Day. The Day is all about raising awareness of mental health and helping those to make positive changes for their mental …

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Supporting your child’s SEND Needs

WEBIntroduction. Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can affect a child or young person’s ability to learn. They can affect their: Behaviour or ability to socialise, for …

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Health resources

WEBLeeds Mencap. Registered Charity Number 1091809. Registered Company Number 04332965. Registered office: 20 Vinery Terrace, Leeds, LS9 9LU

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Why Makaton is so fantastic

WEBMakaton is a form of sign language that uses symbols, signs and speech to enable children, young people and adults to communicate. Makaton is similar to British …

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Parent Mental Health Day

WEBBy Abi Hart. 24th January 2023. Today marks parents mental health day. The day helps to raise awareness about the importance of good mental health and wellbeing in parents …

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