Inter-professional Learning The Browne Family Adapting to new environment for family members Lack of friends and family support in new location Thomas has cerebral palsy and has to build new relationships with health professionals Anti-natal and post-natal classes will monitor and support Gina

Special vs mainstream education Special: Pros  More services to meet needs  Special educational teachers available  Learning needs met Special: Cons  Will find emotionally difficult when leaving environment Mainstream: Pros  Greater opportunity for social interaction  Prepares disabled students for later life Mainstream : Cons  Being taught at an accessible level  Segregated

Professionals involved GP, Consultant, Midwife, Health visitor, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Counsellor, Psychologist Social Services (Care Package), Scope and The Family Fund Trust (Advice, support and funding)

Advantages and Disadvantages  Advantages: Avoid wasting time by sharing information knowledge and skills Each discipline offer their own expertise  Disadvantages: Overstepping boundaries between professionals Information not being passed on Not all working towards the same goal By Lucy Comer, Jacqueline Wright and Cathryn John