Consultation in Telford under plans to review services for adults with learning disabilities
A consultation has been launched by Telford & Wrekin Council under plans to review services for adults with learning disabilities.
The consultation asks people to share views and examples on what more can be done for all people with a learning disability to live well and enjoy a full life, as independently as possible.
People’s views will help to further shape the services and the support available in the borough for adults with a learning disability.
In particular, the feedback received helps finalise a borough-wide draft five-year strategy for adults with a learning disability.
The draft five-year strategy, which is available at telford.gov.uk/LD, has been developed by the council and its partners following extensive engagement activities at the end of last year.
In putting it together, the council asked people with learning disabilities, as well as those supporting them, on their views on a range of topics, such as “being healthy and independent”, “having a job”, “having friends and relationships”, and many others.
Through the consultation launched, the council wants now to consult with people who this strategy affects and establish if it will make a positive difference to them living well in Telford and Wrekin.
People can take part in a number of ways, including a survey which can be filled in at telford.gov.uk/LD
Request a paper copy of the survey to be delivered by emailing LDconsultation@telford.gov.uk or ringing 01952 385577.
Virtual sessions
There are virtual sessions on March 10 and March 22 at 3.30pm, as well as April 8 at 11am and April 20 at 3pm, which are for people with a learning disability.
For family carers, sessions are on March 17 at 9.30am, March 24 at 5.30pm, April 1 at 3.30pm, April 19 at noon and April 21 at 5.30pm.
To book go to eventbrite.co.uk/e/telford-and-wrekin-learning-disability-consultation-family-carer-sessions-tickets-142239505189
For people who care for or support people with learning disabilities, sessions are on March 30 at 4pm and April 16 at 3.30pm.
To book visit eventbrite.co.uk/e/telford-and-wrekin-learning-disability-consultation-professional-sessions-tickets-142242415895
Councillor Andy Burford, Telford & Wrekin Council's cabinet member for health and social care, said: “At the end of last year, we have sought the views of people (on what’s important to them and what they aspire to have) that has helped us develop a local, five-year forward-planning strategy for borough adults with a learning disability.
“Through the consultation launched, we want to get everyone’s feedback again now – to make sure the plan developed does make a positive difference for adults with a learning disability, their families and carers.
“Go to www.telford.gov.uk/LD to take part and tell us your views on the strategy and on what more can be done.
“For instance, should borough residents with learning disabilities have more employment opportunities, more flexible support available or an easier and safer access to public transport?
“The consultation covers a range of topics and we welcome all feedback received, so we can bring this strategy to life and enhance as such the independence of adults with a learning disability in our communities.”
