The Isle of Wight Learning Disability Support Centre at Holyrood Hall on the High Street in Newport will be opening on Monday 13th June.
The centre will be a place where people with a learning disability can come along and talk about their care and support needs; where they will be listened to and given a voice; where they will be given a target development plan setting out their short- and long-term goals and have support for how they want to live their lives.
The centre will provide people with access to training and personal development to improve their life skills, focusing on preparing for work and volunteering, independent living, and personal and social development. It will work to minimise social exclusion by offering support that enables people to gain self-confidence, better accomplish day-to-day activities, and integrate with the community.
People with a learning disability are more excluded from the world of work, volunteering, and being part of their communities. They find it difficult to express their wishes and ideas to others; they tend to not put themselves forward or know where to get help and support to achieve their goals. The centre aims to challenge and change this.
Project lead Lee White says:
“Alongside providing, group discussions, education opportunities, and support to stay healthy, we will be exploring what is available to the Island community, and how can people be supported to access services and activities.”
People with a learning disability looking for support can find out more and book an assessment by contacting Lee on 01983 685348. Telephone lines are open from Monday to Thursday 10:00 to 16:00. Lee can also be e-mailed at [email protected].
