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Valuing people a new strategy for learning disability for the 21st century a white paper

  • Document type:
    Publication
  • Author:
    Department of Health
  • Published date:
    20 March 2001
  • Primary audience:
    Professionals
  • Product number:
    010150862X
  • Gateway reference:
    2001
  • Series number:
    Cm 5086
  • Pages:
    142
  • Copyright holder:
    Crown Copyright

People with learning disabilities are amongst the most vulnerable and socially excluded in our society. Very few have jobs, live in their own homes or have choice over who cares for them. This needs to change: people with learning disabilities must no longer be marginalised or excluded. 'Valuing people' sets out how the Government will provide new opportunities for children and adults with learning disabilities and their families to live full and independent lives as part of their local communities. Cites numerous. [Book abstract] Stationery Office Publication

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