CQC Registered · Specialist Learning Disability & Autism Care · England
Learning Disability and Autism Support at Home
Nurse-led, consistent, person-centred support for adults and young people with learning disabilities and autism, delivered at home and in the community across England by a specialist CQC-registered team.
Our Service
Who our learning disability and autism support is for
Kope-Medics provides specialist home care and community support for adults and young people with a wide range of learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental conditions. Our service supports people from the age of 18 upwards, and in some circumstances from age 16 through transition planning.
Every support package is built around the individual. We take time to understand the person, their communication style, their routines, what motivates them, and what they find difficult, and we build the care plan from that understanding.
- Adults from age 18 (and from age 16 through transition planning)
- People with mild, moderate, and profound learning disabilities
- Autistic people with a range of support needs
- People with co-occurring conditions including epilepsy, ADHD, and sensory processing differences
- People who have behaviours that challenge
- Individuals transitioning from children's services or residential care
Our Approach
Our approach to learning disability and autism support
We start with the person
Before any support begins, we invest time in getting to know the individual. We speak with the person themselves, their family, their existing support network, and any professionals involved in their care. We learn about their communication style, their sensory needs, their daily routines, what they enjoy, and what they find challenging.
Consistency matters
For many people with learning disabilities and autism, consistency is not a preference, it is a clinical and psychological necessity. We work hard to maintain consistent carer teams so that each person builds real, trusting relationships with the people who support them.
We follow the person's lead
Our approach is always to promote independence and self-determination. We support people to make choices, to build skills, and to participate in the activities and community connections that matter to them. We never do for people what they can do for themselves.
Positive behaviour support
Where a person has behaviours that challenge, we work within a positive behaviour support framework. We work closely with psychologists, community nurses, and other professionals to ensure our approach is safe and evidence-based.
Autism Support
Specialist autism support at home and in the community
We understand that autism presents differently in every person. Our approach to autism support is built around the individual's specific profile, their sensory sensitivities, communication preferences, routines, and interests.
Our carers and support workers receive training in autism awareness, low-arousal approaches, and communication strategies including the use of AAC devices, PECS, Makaton, and visual supports.
We support autistic people with a wide range of support needs, from those who need minimal support to maintain independent living, to those who require intensive one-to-one support throughout the day.
We support autistic people across the spectrum
- People who need minimal support to maintain independent living
- People who require intensive one-to-one support throughout the day
- People with co-occurring learning disabilities, mental health conditions, or physical health needs
- People going through significant life transitions such as leaving education, moving home, or changes in family circumstances
Referrers & Commissioners
Referring to our learning disability and autism service
We are an established referral partner for professionals working in learning disability and autism services across England. We accept referrals from:
- Community Learning Disability Teams (CLDTs)
- NHS Continuing Healthcare teams
- Local authority care managers and social workers
- Transition coordinators in children's and education services
- Independent case managers and Court of Protection deputies
- Families and individuals making direct enquiries
What referrers can expect from us
- Prompt acknowledgement of all referrals, same working day for urgent cases
- Full written care plans and risk assessments
- Clear communication with the wider MDT
- Named care coordinator for every package
- Regular written reporting to referrers and commissioners
- Attendance at reviews and professionals meetings as required
Why Kope-Medics
Why families and professionals choose us
Specialist learning disability and autism support, delivered with consistency, care, and clinical oversight.
CQC Registered and Regulated
Our services are registered and regulated by the Care Quality Commission, providing formal independent oversight of every care package we deliver.
Genuine Specialist Knowledge
Our team includes carers and support workers with specific experience in learning disabilities, autism, positive behaviour support, and complex communication needs.
Consistent Carer Teams
We prioritise consistent assignment so that the same small group of support workers builds a real relationship with each individual. Familiar faces reduce anxiety and build trust.
Family and MDT Partnership
We actively involve families, carers, and the wider multi-disciplinary team in all care planning and reviews. The best outcomes come from working together.
Discuss learning disability or autism support today
Whether you are a family member, a professional, or the individual themselves, our team is here to listen and help.