A learning disability is different for everyone. No two people with a learning disability are the same.
Learning disabilities usually start in childhood, but some people are not diagnosed until they are adults. Learning disabilities are lifelong conditions.
Someone with a learning disability might take longer to learn new things or understand complex information. They may learn in a different way, or need information presented to them in lots of different ways.
This could affect someone’s ability to do lots of everyday things, like managing money or socialising.
Many people with learning disabilities can live independently. Other people might need more support with day-to-day life.
NHS 111 can help if you have an urgent medical problem and you’re not sure what to do. If you need to contact a doctor when the surgery is closed then ring 111.
Call 999 in a medical or mental health emergency. This is when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk. Chest pains and / or shortness of breath constitute an emergency.
Communicating with people with a learning disability
Communication isn’t just about talking, it’s also listening.
‘When you’re communicating with someone with a learning disability, think about your tone of voice and your body language, as well as the words you use.’
If you wish to contact us please call on 01299 402157
You can also contact us online – but for if it is urgent please call the surgery instead or dial 999 if your condition is life threatening
Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am until 6.30pm
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If you need to contact a doctor when the surgery is closed then ring 111 or if you have a medical emergency you have to dial 999 straight away
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Health and Wellbeing Service
Health and wellbeing see patients who have non-medical problems and issues that need additional help. They operate from the CAB (citizen advice bureau) in Kidderminster on New Road.
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‘A learning disability is a reduced intellectual ability and difficulty with everyday activities – for example household tasks, socialising or managing money – which affects someone for their whole life.‘
You will be invited in for an Annual Health Check once a year if you are over the age of 14.
At your appointment you will see both a nurse and a doctor on the same day.
You will have a telephone call to book your annual health check and then be sent a questionnaire to fill out and bring to your appointment. You can bring somebody with you if you wish.
The doctor will give you a Health Action Plan to take home with you that will have important information that was discussed at the appointment.
Communicating with people with a learning disability
Communication isn’t just about talking, it’s also listening.
‘When you’re communicating with someone with a learning disability, think about your tone of voice and your body language, as well as the words you use.’
A learning disability is different for everyone. No two people with a learning disability are the same.
Learning disabilities usually become apparent in childhood, but some people are not diagnosed until they are adults. Learning disabilities are lifelong conditions.
Someone with a learning disability might take longer to learn new things or understand complex information. They may learn in a different way, or need information presented to them in lots of different ways.
This could affect someone’s ability to do lots of everyday things, like managing money or socialising.
Many people with learning disabilities can live independently. Other people might need more support with day-to-day life.
The practice offers a full programme of health checks and general health and wellbeing advice for children up to the age of 5. Children are offered an appointment for a health and development check at 8 weeks alongside their immunisations appointment, carried out by one of the GP’s or Advanced Nurse Practitioners at the surgery with the support of practice nursing team. Health visitors also offer a wealth of advice and support for the health and development of the newborn up to age of 5 years and hold regular baby clinics and other groups such as feeding support groups throughout the week.
