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 Visit the BIGGEST learning disability event in the UK
The Learning Disability Today experience is about having fun and celebrating the achievements of people with learning disabilities
and those working in the field.
This is your chance to get together with thousands of your peers
to learn, share
and
enjoy the latest developments, news,
innovations and opportunities
in the sector.
 What’s in it for me?
1. A HUGE exhibition
Over 100 organisations from across the statutory, voluntary and independent sectors exhibit at Learning Disability Today London,
enabling you to see a vast
array of products
and services under one roof.
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Click here to view the list of exhibitors
2. Inspirational seminars
The theme for the seminars this year is ‘a life, not a service’ – how to develop person-centred communities for people with learning disabilities. The seminar programme runs throughout the day.
No need to book, just pick and choose on the day from a wide selection of topics, including:
Mental Capacity Act
The nuts and bolts.
How is it being implemented?
Access to Healthcare
Findings from the NHS inquiry into healthcare for people with learning disabilities.
Direct payments and individualised budgets
How are they being implemented? Perspectives from a local authority and a provider.
Person-centred approaches
Top tips – what's worked best.
Transition
Bridging the gaps between school and adult life.
Employment
Looking beyond supported employment, developing social enterprises and more.
Housing
Campus closure, housing options and assistive technology.
High support needs
Findings from the Mansell report and issues of out of area placement.
Safeguarding
Findings from the Healthcare Commission national audit of learning disability services.
Ageing and Learning Disabilities
Assistive Technologies
Nearer the time the full seminar programme will be available form this site with full speaker details and topics of discussion. |
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Opening times
Doors open
9.30am
First seminar
10.00am
Doors close
4.30pm |
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| It’s important to remember that seminars are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and some sessions will be over subscribed. So arrive early to avoid disappointment. |
3. The zones
One of the most popular features is the ‘zones', which offer visitors a vast array of free activities, helpful advice, and fun events. This year the zones include: |
The training and development zone
Offering participants the opportunity to access the latest information surrounding support for people with learning disabilities and training for those that work in the field. |
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Relaxation zone
Allowing you to get away from the crowds and unwind, de-stress and relax with the help of our trained massage therapists.
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Health zone
Put on your apron, fire up the grill and head on over to the health zone for resources, advice and support on healthy eating and physical activity. With demonstrations and hands-on experience, you'll get some professional tips on healthy eating and lots more.
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Media zone
Providing budding radio and television presenters the opportunity to practise their skills. The zone will include the opportunity to take part in practice radio interviews and meet some special guests.
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Technology zone
Showcasing the latest computer technology available to people with learning disabilities and a great opportunity to have hands-on experience of using new and exciting online projects.
New this year – A SMART HOUSE Experience how assistive technology can aid independent living.
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Arts and performance zone
A full programme of DJs, dance, theatre and live music. Near the performance stage is the visual art display where you can browse the many masterpieces created especially for Learning Disability Today London.
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Children's zone
The zone will feature exhibitors from the children's sector. Seminar themes will pick up on the main themes including: transition, short breaks, rights to participation and direct payments/individual budgets.
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Who should attend?
Learning Disability Today London attracts over 3,000 people from the learning disability community, including:
- front-line staff: social workers, project workers, social care staff, carers, trainers, special needs school teachers, housing officers and nurses
- people who use services and family carers
- commissioners, directors of services, employers, private care home owners, day centre managers and divisional managers.
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