Learning Disabilities Social Work

The Adult Learning Disability Service in South Ayrshire covers two localities:

• North of the River Ayr to Dundonald, and

• South of the River Ayr to Barrhill.

We aim to support individuals over the age of 16, who have a diagnosed learning disability, to live an independent lifestyle in their community. 

We offer an assessment in order to best understand their needs in respect of day-to-day living, and signposting to community resources or care provision where this is required to ensure individuals are safe, well, and can meet their personal outcomes.   

We work alongside a multi-disciplinary team from Health, Education, Housing and third-sector community support such as VASA to ensure opportunities are available for all to live their best life.

Helpful Resources

• Self-Directed Support (SDS) Act

• Principles of Good Transition

• Carer Strategy

• Living Your Best Life - South Ayrshire HSCP Learning Disability Strategy 2022-2027

• VASA

• Adults With Incapacity Act

• Adult Support and Protection Act

• Carer's Act

• Coming Home Implementation Report