Coronavirus information for people with Learning Disabilities :: Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust

This page has links to information that will help you understand Coronavirus.

We know this can be a worrying time and lots of things have changed at the moment.

We are working differently and we may be in touch with you in a different way.

If you need to get in touch, our phone numbers are listed below:

Lichfield: 01785 221576 (we have temporarily moved to Stafford. We will let you know when this changes back).
Stafford: 01785 221576
Shropshire: 01952 457147 (we have temporarily moved to Telford. We will let you know when this changes back).
Telford: 01952 457147
Emotional Health and Wellbeing Service 0-25 Children’s Learning Disabilities team are based at Severn Fields cover Shropshire & Telford 0300 124 0093 (option 3)

There is some information below that can help keep you safe and well.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information Easy Read

Easy Read - COVID-19 Stay Safe Stay Well

NHS COVID-19 "Grab and Go" Form

Guidance on completing the "Grab and Go" Form

How we will move out of lockdown (Easy Read)

We have made some video guides to show you what to expect when you arrive at some of our Learning Disability buildings.

We have made some changes to help you when you arrive. Click on the building name below to watch the video.

Information and resources from the NHS

Click here to watch a short video which talks about coronavirus and the coronavirus vaccine. It describes what a vaccine is and how you might feel when you have the vaccine and how important it is to have the vaccine.

Information and resources from Mencap

MENCAP copy.jpg Mencap has produced a number of guides about how to keep safe and well during the Coronavirus outbreak, including guidance around social distancing and face coverings.

Click here for advice and information from Mencap about Coronavirus

Other resources

"Coronavirus - A Book For Children"

"Dave the Dog is worried about Coronavirus"

Click here for Self Help leaflets about Coronavirus

Community Learning Disabilities Team Art Project 2020

Staff working in MPFT’s Community Learning Disabilities Teams across South Staffordshire have been using art to visually express their continued commitment to their colleagues and service users during COVID-19.

The online gallery below has been produced featuring pieces from 12 clinicians working to support people with Learning Disabilities in the community.

The works feature a range of styles and are each accompanied by messages of positivity and support from staff in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.