Roles of Professionals
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Learning disability nurse
Nurses who qualify in this branch of nursing help those with learning disabilities to live independent and fulfilling lives. This may involve working with people in supported accommodation or with individuals who require more intensive support. Some specialise in areas such as epilepsy management or working with people with sensory impairment.
Local Area Co-ordinators (LAC)
A local area co-ordinator (LAC) is a person, connected with and based in a local community. The LAC is free enough of red tape to be available to local individuals with a learning disability and families. Local area co-ordination is for children and adults, as stated in 'The same as you?'
LAC is a role, not a task. He or she will have an office where people can drop in for information or a chat. When an individual wants to change or develop something in their life the local area co-ordinator can work with them in an individualised and person-centred way to identify strategies and support. They can also advocate and negotiate access to services where needed. They will therefore need to liaise closely with social workers and others e.g. if they identify an unmet need for a short break. List of LAC's in Scotland
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