Author Description

This work was based on a dissertation submitted in partitial fulfilment of M.A in Health and Social Care Management. It examines the health needs of people with learning disabilities and how a local Community Learning Disabilities Team in London worked to meet the health needs of this population. The work is anchored on the established research findings that people with learning disabilities experience more health inequalities compared to the general population. The book looks at how Valuing People health agenda was implemented locally in the study area with particular reference to Health Facilitation and Health Action planning. The book looks at the role of Learning Disabilities Nurses in Health Facilitation and Health Action Planning. It also gives tips on how to help people with learning disabilities develope Health Action Plan. Deleberately written in simple language to appeal to wide range of people including carers and support workers.