People with Learning Disabilities

Supported Loving are running a training event in Cardiff in October which will cover: Why consideration of relationships and sexuality is important in the lives of people with a learning disability including current research in this area; A brief summary of the law in this area; The barriers that people face in expressing their sexuality and how these can be overcome;. Presentation of a guided decision-making model that can be used by supporters to aid interventions; An exploring of mental capacity in regards to sexuality and how to assess risk; Understanding how to write a robust sexuality and relationships policy.

The Ambulance Service will be celebrating the role of Learning Disability Community Champion and all the positive contributions the Champions have made, along with the many easy read resources they have developed to improve the experiences and expectations of people with a Learning Disability.

Right here, will look at the importance of people with a learning disability of all ages being seen, heard, included and valued in all walks of life. Like at school, college, work, home, community, arts, leisure and positions of authority and expertise.