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People with learning disabilities are three times more likely to experience domestic abuse, and in the last year alone it has happened to nearly one in every five people. [Office for National Statistics, 2021].

This toolkit page is about balancing the rights of individuals we support, to explore their intimate lives with the management of any associated risks.

Everyone has the right to information about sexuality and to get good support to express themselves.

The following toolkit page explores the topic of masturbation and how to effectively support an individual to engage in this activity, safely and legally.

People with severe learning disabilities and complex needs require lifelong learning and support in all areas of their lives, including relationships and sexuality education (RSE).

We are delighted to announce the launch of the VIP Red Bag Project across Wakefield.

Whenever you use a health or care service, such as attending accident & emergency or using community care services, important information about you is collected in a patient record about you for that service. Collecting this information helps to ensure you get the best possible care and treatment.

The Supported Loving toolkit is a 'one-stop-shop' for information around sex and relationships.

Take part in a new UK-wide research study on supporting couples when one partner has dementia.

Beyond Words launches a new evidence-based picture story called, Having a Baby, which aims to improve the experience of maternity care for expectant parents with learning disabilities.