Isle of Man mother highlights importance of early learning disability diagnosis amid service gaps
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Alex Blake
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A mother on the Isle of Man shares how early diagnosis of her daughter's learning disability made a significant positive impact. The article highlights that changes to public funding have forced charities to fill service gaps, and a 2025 review found a "mismatch" in learning disability care on the island. Learning Disability Week events aim to give people with disabilities a direct role in shaping services, though advocates say equality for families with disabilities is still lacking.
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bskyIsle of Man mother highlights importance of early learning disability diagnosis amid service gapsbbc.co.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledEarly learning disability diagnosis 'made such a difference'
Until opportunities are equal for families and people with disabilities then we're still behind the curve
A review into learning disability care in 2025 found an overhaul was needed on the island, reporting a 'mismatch' in services
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