Evidence
Those responsible for commissioning services for people with learning disability problems will need to look at the breadth of care available. This means specifically looking at specialist services, especially in partnership with social services, as well as provision of the full range of primary and secondary health care.
The aim should be to provide a comprehensive and equitable range of services. These should be responsive to local views from patients and providers, and be provided within the budget available.
Evidence of best practice is vital to be able to specify the range, nature and quality of services along the different patient pathways.