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1. Going into hospital with a learning disability

   Going into hospital is a worrying time for any of us. It can be even harder for someone who has a learning disability. If you're looking after an adult or child with a learning disability, follow these tips to make a hospital stay go smoothly. Preparing a…

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2. What is the Designated Clinical Officer?

   Designated Clinical Officer (DCO) Role within Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) In accordance with the Children and Families Act (2014), each ICB  is required to appoint a DCO to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The DCO plays a role…

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3. Supporting children with autism into adulthood

   For a teenager who has autism, growing up to become an adult with autism may have extra, unique challenges beyond those commonly faced by other teens. Families of children with autism will also have to adapt to the changes that being an independent adult with…

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4. NELFT Adult Autism Service

   Adult Autism Service The Adult Autism Service provides support to adults (18+) with suspected or diagnosed autism living in Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Redbridge and Waltham Forest. It is estimated that around one percent of the adult population are autistic. Autism is a lifelong condition…

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