Learning disabilities

Hampshire County Council helps people with learning disabilities to be as independent as possible and play a part in their local community. We do this in partnership with local health agencies, housing authorities, independent providers and voluntary organisation

Assessment - what help do you need?

Everyone is entitled to an assessment of their needs to see if Hampshire County Council Adult Services Department can help. As a department our main emphasis is on providing help that will keep people living independently for as long as possible. Whether you have a long term disability, have just come out of hospital or are struggling as a result of age or illness the department may be able to help.  

There are several options available depending on the nature of your problems

Are you finding difficulty coping with daily activities?

If you, or of the person you are caring for, are finding difficulty coping with daily activities such as personal care or meal preparation then contact Adult Services. Trained advisors will discuss your situation and determine how urgent your situation is. If it is identified that you require further support you will be referred onto the appropriate care management team.

Do you need equipment or adaptations for your home?

If you are finding difficulty managing in your current housing and feel that some equipment or adaptations will assist you may want to speak to an Occupational Therapist at OT Direct

Do you have a hearing, sight or dual loss problem?

If you have a hearing loss. sight loss or dual loss problem please contact The Sensory Services team where a specialist Advisor will be available to help.

Registering as disabled

Registering as disabled may entitle you to some concessions and benefits, for example, reduced travel costs on buses and trains.

Additional information

• Integrated Learning Disability Services - The new integrated services will be in five new areas each managed by a Locality Service Manager
• Valuing People in Hampshire - with information about Valuing People and Valuing People Now
• Ordinary People Leading Ordinary Lives consultation - this counsultation was based on Valuing People Now, to make these plans happen for people with a learning disability in Hampshire.
• Learning Disability Development Fund - The Government has given this fund to local authorities ensure that the priorities in Valuing People Now happen.
• EMLD - Hampshire Ethnic Minority learning disabilities project -  set up to make the lives of ethnic minority people, both adults and children with learning disabilities, their families and carers better.
• Advocacy - help with representing your views
• Employment and training
• For information on eye care and vision see the Look Up website