Living with a Disability

Learning disabilities

There are many kinds of support available to people with learning disabilities to help them live as independently as possible and play a part in their local community. There is help with learning new skills, finding a place to live, getting a job and speaking up for themselves.

For those who are eligible for help, Adult Care can arrange services which might include:

• Day Opportunities – Social Activity Centres and services in the community
• Short breaks and respite
• Supported employment
• Adult placement 

 

Independent information, advice and help 

Some people will need the kind of support that can only be given by organisations who have special skills or knowledge. The following are some helpful contacts:

• Mencap (opens in a new tab) - Mencap operate the Wales Learning Disability Helpline which can offer advice, information and support on any issue to do with learning disability.
• Downs Syndrome Association (opens in a new tab)  
• The National Autistic Society Cymru (opens in a new tab)  
• Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities (opens in a new tab)
• British Institute of Learning Disabilities (BILD) (opens in a new tab)

 

Learning Disability Strategy 

The LD Strategy is being reviewed.  We are currently working on local actions in the Welsh Government action plan.  Extensive engagement on a new regional LD Strategy covering Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion has taken place and consultation on the recommendations will take place in September/October 2025.  

If anyone wants any further information they can contact the Pembrokeshire Learning Disability Partnership Board. 

Contact Karen.Davies@Pembrokeshire.gov.uk

 

Dewis Cymru (opens in a new tab) is the place to go if you want information or advice about your well-being – or want to know how you can help somebody else.