The information on these pages offers advice and support for people with a Learning Disability or Autistic People that need to access the hospital services.
Learning Disability and Autism
We know that Autistic people and people with a Learning Disability suffer health inequalities. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to reducing these, putting the patient at the centre of what we do by providing excellent care.
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The Learning Disability and Autism Team
We have a dedicated Learning Disabilities & Autism team covering all our hospitals.
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Health Passport
A completed hospital passport can help staff to support you by providing lots of useful information about any communication, anxieties, likes and dislikes you may have.
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Easy Read Leaflets
We have many Patient Information leaflets in Easy Read versions. These use easy words and pictures to help you understand.
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Preparing to come to hospital
Here you can find out about reasonable adjustments and accessibility of our hospitals.
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Who else can help?
There are many other support services and networks across our region.
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Have Your Say
Please let us know how your visit or stay has been.
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Information for Carers
As part of reasonable adjustments, if you need someone familiar to stay with in hospital, that is ok.
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End of life care
Learning from lives and deaths (LeDeR).
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Staff Training
Staff training is essential for improving employee skills, enhancing productivity, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.
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Latest Projects
Our latest projects showcase innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence across various services.