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Know your rights guides

Download our series of guides about making sure your rights are protected.

We have produced a series of guides about ensuring your rights Rights are the things everyone should be allowed to do like have a say, or go to school. to receive social care A man giving a man in a wheelchair a cup of tea. Social care means the services that give care and support to people who need it.  are protected.

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Campaigning

Want to make a difference to the lives of people with a learning disability? Here's how you can get involved in campaigning with us

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Social care

Social careĀ servicesĀ are provided by local councils to support people to live safe, independent and fulfillingĀ lives

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The Local Offer

Your council must have a local offer of supportĀ available in the local area

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Advocacy

Advocacy support can help give you or your loved one the confidence and ability to speak up about things that are important.

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Social Care: Getting the most out of meetings

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The Care Act

The Care Act 2014 is the law covering social care (care and support), bringing together many existing laws and creating some new important rights

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