Adult Learning Disability Strategy
This strategy is for people over the age of 18 who have a learning disability. A learning disability is defined by the Department of Health as a “significant reduced ability to understand new or complex information, to learn new skills (impaired intelligence), with a reduced ability to cope independently (impaired social functioning), which started before adulthood”. Many people with a learning disability will need support to live as independently as possible. This strategy focuses on all adults with a learning disability in Slough, considering the diversity of need from those adults with a mild learning disability to those with multiple complex needs.
We believe all adults with learning disabilities in Slough should be able to reach their full potential, living as independent a life as possible within the community in which they live. This strategy aims to ensure that adults with a learning disability experience equal rights and have the same opportunities as those who do not have a learning disability.
The strategy sets out a vision, strategic intentions, key priorities, and action plan for adults with learning disabilities in Slough, to secure the delivery of good support from both social care and health that enables people to live independent and healthy lives.