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Explore a growing collection of resources, blogs, papers and tools contributed by members of the LDA Commissioners Network. This space brings together valuable thinking and practical insights to support more effective, person-centred commissioning across health and social care.

Bringing People Home: How Providers and Commissioners Can Work Together to End the Cycle of Hospitalisation

Effective collaboration between commissioners and providers is essential to create personalised, community-based support that ends the cycle of unnecessary hospitalisation for people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

Examples of Micro-Commissioning and Joint Purchasing with Personal Budgets for People with Learning Disabilities and Autistic People

Discover how people with learning disabilities and autistic people are using personal budgets to pool resources, micro-commission support, and build more flexible solutions that truly meet their needs.

A Citizenship Approach to Learning Disabilities: Rethinking Support and Inclusion Through Good Commissioning

This article explores how a citizenship-based approach to commissioning can transform support for people with learning disabilities and autistic people – shifting from institutional care to empowered, community-based living.

The Importance of Individualised Support Planning for People with Learning Disabilities and Autistic People

A look at how individualised support planning empowers people with learning disabilities and autistic people to live meaningful lives with choice, dignity, and the right support tailored to who they are.

Understanding Social Stories

An introduction to Social Stories – structured, reassuring narratives that help people with learning disabilities navigate everyday situations with greater understanding and confidence.

Individual Service Funds (ISFs) Provide Personalised Support and Cost Efficiency

This article delves into ISFs, their advantages, and how they differ from traditional direct payments—highlighting their potential to optimise care budgets and deliver financial savings without compromising quality.