If they do find a partner, it can be logistically difficult to sustain the relationship and they can face judgement from ...

Learning disability branch editor, Rebecca, was shocked to find that individuals close to her were unaware that a disability does not change a person’s desire and right to be in a relationship ...

Relationships matter: good quality relationships with partners, families, and friends are central to our health and wellbeing. Hence the Office for National Statistics found, when surveying the ...

As soon as I set eyes on Helen, I knew she was the one for me. I have a learning disability and never thought I could have a relationship with someone even though this was something I had always ...

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PARENTS of children with learning disabilities have a lot on their plate – apart from the usual parental responsibilities they deal on a daily basis with their child’s special needs and face ...

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I can’t remember what life was like before Rishi came along. He’s a wonderful boy who has brought so much joy into our lives. His disability means he requires care 24/7 which has impacted on almost ...

A new online learning module is aiming to provide education and support around intimacy rights for people with disability.

Healthcare staff providing care for people with a learning disability often deliver intimate personal care and have access to confidential information about vulnerable clients. Awareness of ...

People growing older with a learning disability are involved in developing a plan for the future and reviewing it at least annually. People with a learning disability often start to experience ...