Resources

Structure is the most fundamental step in the Foundations of Good Support. Without it, any other efforts to improve support for people with a learning disability or mental health need are at risk of failure.

Communication is the means through which someone with a learning disability or autism controls their environment and experience, expresses their feelings, thoughts and emotions and the way they make sense of the world around them.

Our ‘What does good look like’ guide is a resource for observing in services for people with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Guides and information on Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) , and how the approach is used to support people whose behaviour is challenging.

The SPELL framework is an individualised and person centred approach to support people on the autistic spectrum.

Active support is a way of providing assistance to people which focuses on making sure they are engaged and participating in all areas of life. Our guide describes why active support is fundamental for all the people we support.

Person centred support is all about customising what support you provide to an individual to ensure you’re meeting all of their needs. View our training resource.