Specialities
	Moving forward to a brighter future The Adult Learning Disability Service offers specialised services for adults with mild/borderline learning disabilities and challenging behaviour who may also have a mental health problem and/or a forensic history We believe that people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour have the right to have their needs met. We recognise that they may require additional help and support to overcome the obstacles their behaviour presents. Service Description Medium secure treatment and rehabilitation facilities for adults with mild/borderline learning disability and forensic needs. Single sex facilities on more secure areas Patient Profile The Adult Learning Disability Service is for: People with mild or borderline learning disability with forensic needs, many of whom have a mental illness People detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) People aged 18 to 50 years People in needs of specialist assessment and treatment programmes to address their offending behaviour in a secure environment Treatment Philosophy Key features of the programme include: A comprehensive multi-disciplinary assessment completed within 4 - 6 weeks of admission An intensive programme, consisting of a mix of individual and group therapies based on cognitive behavioural, psychodynamic and creative therapy principles, tailored to the individual’s intellectual level. These include self-esteem, assertion, anger management, relaxation, substance abuse and social skills. Adherence to the Care Programme Approach. Although a national provider, we aim to foster close links with the individual’s local agencies. Transfer to rehabilitation service within a less secure environment when risk has reduced A multi-disciplinary team approach comprising medical, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, art therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, education, dietetics and social work services. Access to a full range of dental and primary healthcare services Specialist treatment programmes to address offending behaviours Treatment Individual assessment of need including personality, offending behaviour and other presenting problems Treatment programmes address specific offending behaviours and are tailored to the individual’s cognitive ability Drug and alcohol awareness programme Treatment programmes continue throughout the service, while environment is dependent upon risk Facilities Secure Services: Geoffrey Hawkins - 17 male medium secure beds Victoria House - 7 female secure beds Rehabilitation Service: Bradlaugh House - 9 low secure rehabilitation mixed beds All services offer: Vocational training, work placement and national curriculum examinations Introduction to hobbies and group activities Extensive indoor and outdoor recreational facilities Workbridge Centre offering vocational training and experience in appropriate work settings On-site cafeteria and shop The service actively supports research and offers a learning environment to under/post graduate students Enquiries For further information, or for information on making a referral to a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist, please contact either: The Admissions Officer on 01604 616601 or the Business Manager on 01604 616423 Alternatively, please email smyth@standrew.co.uk or write to the Admissions Officer at the following address: St Andrew’s Healthcare Billing Road Northampton NN1 5DG