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8. Learning disabilities and dementia

If the person you’re working with has a learning disability and dementia, gathering information from their earlier assessments can be very helpful.

Understanding which services they’ve been connected with can help you see how their condition’s changed over time. Their dementia may progress more quickly, so regular reviews and meetings are important to ensure their needs are met.

We have a guide that explains how to have a ‘what matters’ conversation with someone with a learning disability.