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Written Question · S4W-23408 · Session 4

What support with mobility it provides to people with cerebral palsy who are over 50.

Answered Asked by Murdo Fraser Con Lodged 24 Nov 2014

The question

To ask the Scottish Government what support with mobility it provides to people with cerebral palsy who are over 50.

The answer

Answered by Maureen Watt on 2 Dec 2014 · 8 days after it was lodged, on time

Cerebral palsy is a condition where birth injury results in damage to the brain leading to impairment of movement in the limbs, sometimes problems with speech and language, and sometimes associated learning difficulties which may impact on daily activities and independence. These can persist into adulthood, and may require ongoing help with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and where appropriate help with benefits and social support.
Physiotherapy can offer assessment and advice which may be followed by treatment and/or equipment provision, however it is for local NHS boards to determine the level of service they provide based on local priorities and clinical need.
Services for adults with cerebral palsy fall within core local authority social work service functions generally supported by the Scottish Government. Access to services is based on an individual assessment of need.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S4W-23408 by reference.