Learning disabilities
The Learning Disability Liaison Team work in partnership with the clinical staff to support safe and effective care for our women, children, or parent/carer who have a diagnosis of learning disability and or autism. This can include:
- Developing a hospital passport
- Advocating appropriate reasonable adjustments for those coming into the hospital
- Providing assessment and care planning to reduce behaviours that are challenging to others
- Liaise with other agencies to ensure the correct support is available
Contact Us
If you or your child have a learning disability and or autism and feel you would like some support in hospital, please contact us via the below.
Email: bwc.learningdisabilityliaison@nhs.net
Telephone: 0121 333 9999, when prompted enter the extension 6283.
The service is available 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Meet the Learning Disabilities Team
Lauren Jones – Learning Disability Liaison Nurse
Gemma Farley – Learning Disability Play Facilitator