The Learning Disability Register

Learning disability register and annual health checks

Anyone aged 14 or over who's on their GP's learning disability register can have a free health check once a year. 

Health checks help young people stay well by talking about health issues, spotting problems early and getting the right care in place. 

Watch this film about annual health checks for people with a learning disability.

How to get a health check

GPs should invite young people for an annual health check starting at age 14. To be eligible, simply ensure that your child's name is on the learning disability register at their GP practice or health centre.

Some GP surgeries may not provide this service. If your surgery doesn’t, the community learning disability team can help you arrange an appointment.

To find out more visit the NHS Annual Health Checks page, which explains:

Mencap’s website gives more information about the learning disability register and annual health checks.

Lambeth's Disability Register and the Lambeth Liberty Card

Learn more about Lambeth’s Disability Register - a voluntary program for children and young people living in Lambeth. Registering makes you eligible to receive a Lambeth Liberty Card.

Further information

Find out more about the Learning Disability Register in the NHS England guides.

Download Learning Disability Register guide

Download Learning Disability Register guide - plain English version

Download Learning Disability Register guide - easy read version