Learning Disability Support - Breathe Care Services

LEARNING DISABILITY SUPPORT

Personalised Learning Disability Support That Builds Confidence, Choice and Independence

Every person should have the opportunity to make choices, develop skills, pursue meaningful goals and participate fully in everyday life.

Our learning disability support service provides respectful, person-centred assistance shaped around each individual’s abilities, communication preferences, routines, interests and aspirations.

Whether someone needs support at home, help developing daily living skills or assistance accessing work, education and community activities, our carers focus on enabling participation rather than taking over.

WHAT IS LEARNING DISABILITY SUPPORT?

Practical Support Built Around the Individual’s Strengths and Goals

Learning disability support helps individuals manage aspects of everyday life while developing confidence, practical skills and greater independence.

A learning disability can affect how someone understands information, learns new skills or communicates their needs. However, every person has different abilities, preferences and aspirations, so support should never be based on assumptions or a one-size-fits-all approach.

Our carers take time to understand how each person communicates, what they enjoy, where they need assistance and what they would like to achieve.

Depending on the care assessment, support may include personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, budgeting, medication assistance, travel training, social activities and help accessing education, employment or community services.

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM LEARNING DISABILITY SUPPORT?

Learning Disability Support May Be Right For

Adults Living Independently

Practical assistance with routines, appointments and household responsibilities.

Individuals Living with Family

Additional professional support that complements existing family care.

Individuals Seeking Greater Community Involvement

Help accessing social, educational, employment and leisure opportunities.

Young Adults Preparing for Greater Independence

Support developing confidence and everyday living skills.

People Who Need Communication Support

Information presented in a clear and accessible way.

Families Planning for the Future

Person-centred support that can adapt as circumstances and goals change.

HOW WE CAN HELP

Support Tailored Around Everyday Life and Personal Goals

Personal care and daily routines

Medication prompting or authorised assistance

Cooking and meal preparation

Attending appointments

Shopping and household tasks

Travel and community-access support

Budgeting and money-management support

Developing hobbies, skills and social connections

WHY CHOOSE LEARNING DISABILITY SUPPORT AT HOME?

The Right Support Can Help People Do More for Themselves

Support should not remove independence. It should help individuals build the confidence and skills needed to participate more fully in everyday life.

Receiving support at home allows people to develop abilities within familiar routines and apply those skills in real situations, from preparing meals and managing appointments to travelling safely and taking part in community activities.

Our carers provide encouragement, clear guidance and practical assistance while ensuring the individual remains involved in decisions.

Benefits include:

Greater confidence and independence
Support shaped around personal goals
Improved everyday living skills
Increased community participation
Clear and accessible communication
Reassurance for individuals and families

WHY CHOOSE BREATHE CARE SERVICES?

Support That Listens, Encourages and Respects Individual Choice

We recognise that people with learning disabilities are individuals with their own personalities, relationships, interests and ambitions.

Our carers listen carefully, communicate respectfully and provide the right amount of assistance for each person.

We focus on building trusted relationships and supporting individuals to make informed choices, develop practical skills and participate in the activities that matter to them.

Person-Centred Support

Care shaped around the individual’s abilities, interests and goals.

Accessible Communication

Information presented in ways the individual can understand.

Promoting Independence

Support workers encourage participation and skill development.

Meaningful Activities

Assistance accessing hobbies, education, work and community opportunities.

Flexible Care Plans

Support reviewed as confidence, abilities and circumstances change.

Trusted Local Provider

Supporting adults across Birmingham and surrounding areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does learning disability support include?

Support may include personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, budgeting, medication assistance, appointments, travel, social activities and developing everyday living skills. The exact support will depend on the individual assessment and care plan.

Will the individual be involved in planning their support?

Yes. The individual should remain central to decisions about their care. We use appropriate communication methods to help each person express their preferences, needs and goals.

Can you help someone develop independent living skills?

Yes. Support may include cooking, shopping, cleaning, budgeting, using public transport, arranging appointments and managing everyday routines.

Can carers support someone in the community?

Depending on the agreed care plan, carers may support individuals to attend appointments, social groups, leisure activities, education, volunteering or employment.

Do you provide support with communication?

Yes. We adapt our communication according to the individual’s needs. This may include simple language, visual information, demonstrations, additional processing time or agreed communication tools.

Yes. Personal care may be included where it has been assessed and agreed as part of the individual care plan.

Depending on the assessed needs and agreed care plan, carers may accompany individuals to appointments, educational settings, community activities, shopping or other planned destinations.

Can support be provided to someone living with their family?

Yes. Support can complement the assistance already provided by relatives and may give family carers additional time, reassurance and practical help.

Can the care plan change as the individual becomes more independent?

Yes. Care plans should be reviewed as the individual develops new skills, gains confidence or identifies different goals.

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Whether you are arranging physical disability support for yourself or someone you love, our friendly team is here to listen, understand your goals and help you plan suitable care with confidence.

Every conversation is confidential, friendly and without obligation.

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