Helping people with learning difficulties live independently
By Kate Linsky
* How involved is the rest of your council in making sure that people with learning disabilities are included in mainstream services?
* How do you engage and empower people with learning disabilities and their carers to be involved in planning and prioritising services?
* Are self advocacy groups well supported in your area?
* How do you maintain and strengthen relationships with partners outside the council?
GUIDE TIME FOR DISCUSSION: 20 minutes per question
Question from Community Care – Helping people with learning difficulties live independently
August 10, 2006 in Disability
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