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[Learning Disability helpline]
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Learning Disability HelplineThe Learning Disability Helpline was set up by the government and Mencap as part of Valuing People. It can answer your questions, from questions about housing and benefits, to what services you might be able to get. You can e-mail them at help@mencap.org.uk You can ring them on 0808 808 1111 Or on minicom 0808 808 8181 |
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Ask MencapMencap also has a website called Ask Mencap. It is an online service about anything to do with a learning disability. You can find details of organisations across the country, fact sheets and information for people with learning disabilities.
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[Disability Rights Commission]
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Disability Rights CommissionYou can talk to the Disability Rights Commission helpline about your rights. If someone has treated you unfairly and broken the law, they can help sort it out. Their phone number is 08457 622 633.
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[Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities]
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Foundation for people with learning disabilitiesHere you will find the latest news and events on learning disability issues, as well as information on topics such as advocacy, accommodation and employment.
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Valuing People Support TeamThe Valuing People Support Team are part of the government. Their job is to make sure the changes in 'Valuing People' happen. Find out more about their work all over the country here.
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Check The MapCheck The Map is a website to help people find Learning Disability services and events. It has a map which you can click on to find out about what's going on in each area.
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