Complex Health Needs Service

The Complex Health Needs Service is made up of a group of specialist health care professionals. We provide assessment, advice, therapeutic intervention and support to adults who have learning disabilities and complex health needs.

This service is for anyone aged 18+ with learning disabilities and/or a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition who lives in the Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES) area and is registered with a B&NES GP.

The criteria for Learning Disabilities eligibility is:

  • A significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information and to learn new skills
  • A reduced ability to cope independently
  • Both of the above arising before adulthood
  • IQ less than 70

We can help you with:

  • Medical issues
  • Physical health
  • Mental health
  • Counselling
  • Personal relationship issues
  • Challenging behaviour
  • Equipment
  • Rehabilitation
  • Development of skills
  • Access to other services
  • Accessing and use of community services
  • Communication