The Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities’ (SCLD) vision is of a fairer Scotland where people with learning/intellectual disabilities live full, safe, loving and equal lives.
We are an intermediary organisation for the learning disability sector in Scotland and the Scottish Government’s delivery partner in the implementation of The keys to life
Information on the Coronavirus
Due to the outbreak of Coronavirus in Scotland, we have closed the SCLD office. Our staff are working from home and can be contacted via email or through the main phone line.
We have pulled together some information and resources on Coronavirus from SCLD, Scottish Government and other organisations. You can access this information by clicking the button below.
NHS Scotland Test & Protect
The Scottish Government has announced that Scotland has now entered 'Phase 3' of the routemap for moving out of lockdown.
The 'Test & Protect' campaign is NHS Scotland's approach to controlling the Coronavirus in Scotland's communities.
The focus of the campaign is to encourage people to get tested as soon as they develop symptoms of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Download COVID-19 Guided Self-help Booklets
A new series of guided self-help booklets has been published to support people with learning/intellectual disabilities during the COVID-19 outbreak and lockdown.
To view the booklets, click on the button below to download them online, or order print copies directly from SCLD by emailing admin@scld.co.uk or by phoning 0141 248 3733.
Social Media
Ryan Gibson is seeking carers and supporters for people with learning disabilities. He wants to evaluate a prototype app that promotes communication between adults with mild learning disabilities and GPs. More information can be found on this fact sheet drive.google.com/fil…
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