If you are looking to get support for a learning disabled person in the Nottinghamshire area, the first step is to contact the Nottinghamshire County Council Adult Social Care Team. They can help with assessments, provide information on available services, and connect you with the appropriate resources.
You can contact the Nottinghamshire Adult Social Care team by calling 0300 5008080 or visiting their website for more information on learning disability support services in the region.
There are also lots of organisations that exist to help you get support or provide valuable information and guidance.
Here are some organisations that we, our Members, or their parents and carers, recommend:
National
Phab
Phab has been working to build an inclusive world for over 65 years, supporting their network of Phab Clubs and running Phab Adventures! They’re creating spaces and places where everyone belongs and everyone’s involved
Mencap
Mencap are working towards a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people by supporting learning disabled people and their parents and carers. Their website offers a wide variety of support and advice
National Autistic Society
The Autistic Society provides support to Autistic people and their families in a wide variety of ways, including running specialist schools, campaigning for improved rights or training companies on being more autism-friendly
Local
Monty Hind
Monty Hind is part of the Nottinghamshire Clubs for Young People, who are passionate about helping people feel safe, confident and successful.
SpaceInclusive
Space Inclusive is an East Midlands based support provider founded in 2010 that supports learning disabled and autistic people in a variety of ways to help them in their daily lives.
Rumble tums
Rumbletums was established in 2011 by a group of parents that wanted to ensure there were employment and training opportunities available for learning disabled people. They have a friendly cafe in Kimberley which is welcome to all.