Family Support

Oakfield Community is here to help, sign post and make the move to independent living as easy as possible.

Oakfield Community understands that finding the right place for loved ones is not easy, but here at Oakfield we will help individuals, their families and friends wherever possible. There are many of organisations that offer support for people who have learning disabilities and their families including:

• Scope – Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales. They provide practical information and emotional support when it's most needed, and campaign relentlessly to create a fairer society.

• Mencap – Mencap provides services to families and people who have learning disabilities. They campaign for change; supporting people with a learning disability to ask for what they want and need, and supporting them to campaign for change. They support people with information and advice for all areas of their lives. Mencap carries out research into important issues to create a positive impact and see real change. They support people to find solutions in their own communities.

• Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities – They work with people who have learning disabilities and their families in six key areas;
• Employment and Education,
• Family
• Rights and Equality
• Health and Wellbeing
• Getting the right support
• Changing service delivery

• Northamptonshire-carers - Northamptonshire Carers aim to offer a comprehensive support service to families and Carers within the Northamptonshire contracted geographical areas and in collaboration or close partnership with organisations that complement the service we deliver. We recognise the vital contribution Carers make to society and we will work to empower Carers in improving their health, wellbeing and quality of life, alongside raising awareness with all stakeholders with the aim to create Carer Friendly Communities. We recognise the diversity of our communities and are committed to supporting all Carers. The organisation is Carer-led and our developments will be a response to Carers future needs.

Support for young carers

If children in your family give support and care to the person with a learning disability find out about support for young carers. Get in touch with your local carer service to find out how they can help young carers. Sibs is a charity for the brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults – it helps both young and adult siblings.

Coping with challenging behavior

Challenging Behaviour Foundation - The Challenging Behaviour Foundation has information for families, carers and professionals about challenging behaviour and severe learning disabilities.

Helping someone else manage their money

Carers.org – If you need to manage the finances of the person you cared for, find out about LPA, Deputyship, Appointeeship and Advanced Planning.

Planning for the future

Togethermatters As you get older you may want to put plans in place to support the person you care for when you are no longer around. The guide has information about legislation, reviews and emergency planning