RIGHT CHOICE - CONNECT CLINIC. THIS IS A SUPPORTIVE SPACE FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES (PWLD) TO ACCESS SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH NEEDS, WITH PROFESSIONALS FEELING CONFIDENT AND SKILLED TO MEET THEIR NEEDS. THIS OUTLINES THE STEPS TAKEN TO BUILD A NEW OFFER TO PWLD, WHILST UPSKILLING THE MDT

ABSTRACT

Introduction People with Learning Disabilities are often invisible or deemed not being able to have sexual lives, however they are more likely to be exploited or abused, so being able to offer support and allow them to access good quality sexual and reproductive care was seen as important. Several clinicians felt poorly equipped to deal with this client group. Able to provide a welcoming space, looking at the specific support needed to allow this to work. Method The work was started by a MDT working party alongside, our partner the Family Planning Association (FPA) who had already supported another clinic, we were able to make use of their learning. Results Bespoke training was devised on three levels introduction, specialist and Training the trainer which was of part of community involvement and networking opportunity. Building a library of recourses with visual aids to help illustrate common themes that might be presented in clinic. A booklet sent to new clients prior to attending, which outline what would be expected during consultations. Discussion Developing a welcoming space in a quiet community setting. We tabled a day where we would have one of the upskilled clinician, health adviser with extended time slots. Building a rapport and trust over a few sessions might need to happen before any examination. We now have a code to be able to track the numbers. Covid as has made the provision moribund, we need to relaunch. CPD for new staff Annual training session for the Transition Team, working with young PWLD.