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Word Wednesday: Disability How do disability and coaching go hand in hand? Whilst it is true that that non-disabled individuals can and do access therapy/coaching/support due to the demands of navigating our world those with disabilities may find the need for more adjustments in their life. Coaching is an amazing tool to empower individuals due to the ability to build mental fitness using reflective work. It can help devise strategies for forward thinking and gives creative space to explore what works for you. Everyone’s experience will differ due to the needs of the coachee and the coach they work with. Finding best fit coach will help you the most accessing your learning and communication style in overcoming challenges with disabilities. Do you identify as being disabled? What steps have you done to protect yourself? What works best for you? Help others by leaving your go to activities that you have found work for you. [Alt. text A black half tile with a rainbow of stick persons all representing different disabilities. They are all different shapes and sizes, some are shown with physical aids. ] Book here: https://lnkd.in/dG-uhV3z https://lnkd.in/d2m3se37 Call/Text: 07473 793 678 Or send us a message! #CreativeTherapy #PlayTherapy #BehaviourSupport #FamilySupport #Coaching #NDCoaching #MentalWellbeing #Support #SupportInWakefield #SupportInLeeds #WakefieldMentalHealth #LeedsMentalHealth #WakefieldMentalHealthSupport #LeedsMentalHealthSupport #SENSupportInWakefield #SENSupportinLeeds #MentalHealthMatters #AutisticAcceptance #NDFamily #Trauma #TraumaInformed #NeuroAffirming #Connection #ConnectionCoach

Do you have questions about a specific condition or disability, and how it might affect an employee? We have free condition-specific factsheets that are open to all as part of our Disability Essentials range. These resources provide facts and figures about specific disabilities and health conditions, including information about common workplace adjustments and advice for managers. Some of the conditions and disabilities covered include: #Vertigo #Schizophrenia #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Fibromyalgia #CerebralPalsy Access the Condition and disability-specific resources: https://ow.ly/HuQ350QVuKU Image description: A professional with a mental health condition is being supported by a colleague. They are leaning on a table and talking while their colleague has their hand on their shoulder in a supportive way. #DisabilitySmart #DisabilityInclusion #HealthConditions #Disabilities #FreeResources #InclusiveWorkplace

All disabilities are valid - including the invisible ones like deafness. Even if you don't have an obvious visible difference (hidden mental illnesses, long-term health conditions etc.), we all need access, support and empathy. Receiving that support and empathy has made a world of difference to me. Not everyone has empathy by the bucket load, but you can work on it intellectually to become a kinder and more compassionate human. Trust me, it’s not that difficult to be kind! Having allies who are supportive and compassionate is vital and I consider myself very lucky to have some great allies (professionally and personally) in my life. These allies are a crucial step in helping me become proud of my disability and in being my authentic self. Part of the training I deliver is about ‘not all disabilities being visible’ and how you can be an empathetic, supportive ally in the workplace. If you’d like to improve your workplace culture or understanding of disability, please book me to speak at your next event or, better still, book me to run a bespoke training session and let’s spread some kindness and compassion. You can reach me here, on LinkedIn or via my website  https://lnkd.in/eykNNXQD #disabilityawareness #Disability #DisabilityInclusion #DeafAwareness #HRCommunity #HR Image description: Black and white photo of a person with long brown hair, smiling directly at the photographer. She is sitting on leather-covered banquette seating. Her legs are crossed and her arms are resting on her lap. She is wearing a black cap-sleeve blouse, black trousers and white trainers.

"Most employers know their support can deeply impact the mental health and well-being of their workers. This is especially true for young workers who were uniquely affected by the [ongoing] COVID-19 pandemic." Explore this new resource released by Employer Assistance & Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN)! “Learning Guide: Supporting the Mental Well-Being of Gen Z Workers” https://lnkd.in/gj96_BBD #MentalHealth #Awareness #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Disability #Inclusion #LearningGuide #MentalHealthResource ID: Graphic includes three colorful boxes vertically stacked on the right side of the image against a yellow background. The words Mental, Health, and Awareness appear within light pink, light blue, and light green boxes.

Beyond Support: Rethinking Care In the field of intellectual disability support, we often talk about person-centred care, but are we truly considering the dynamic and evolving needs of the individuals we support? A holistic, trauma-informed approach requires us to not only focus on immediate challenges but to understand how the person’s environment, social relationships, and sense of autonomy impact their overall well-being. Too often, support plans are outdated or fail to reflect the real-time changes in behaviour, mental health, and personal goals. The gap lies not just in resources, but in training and equipping staff with the tools to assess these shifting needs effectively. This highlights the importance of continuous professional development and multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure that support plans are living documents—ones that evolve with the person, not just about them. As support workers, our role is not only to facilitate daily living but to empower individuals to lead lives of quality, where their choices are respected and their dignity upheld. This requires more than basic training—it demands an empathetic understanding of trauma, a commitment to consistency, and a drive to provide holistic support that spans physical, emotional, and social well-being. Are we, as a sector, investing enough in building a workforce that is both skilled and compassionate? Are we addressing the importance of ongoing education and reflective practice in improving the quality of care? It’s time to rethink our approach and ensure we are creating environments where those with intellectual disabilities can thrive. #PersonCentredCare #TraumaInformedSupport #EmpathyInCare #WorkforceDevelopment #SocialCareMatters #DisabilitySupport #QualityOfLife #NDIS #Accomodation #SIL #SDA

Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness Learn about supporting people with intellectual disabilities and mental illness with this free online course. This free online intellectual disability and mental healthcare course will teach you about how quality care services depend on understanding clients. You will study the four guiding principles of support work and how the strengths and resources of clients and their communities are involved in the care process. You will also look into the historical use of names and labels for people with disabilities, and more. Knowledge & Skills You Will Learn Mental Health Healthcare Social Care Disability In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To Explain why quality care services depends on understanding clients List the four guiding principles of support work Describe how support workers use the strengths and resources of clients and their communities Describe the negative use of names and their impact on people with disabilities Trace the historical use of labels for people with disabilities Identify classification categories that differentiate levels of intellectual disability https://lnkd.in/gZdDmx5U View more on YouTube https://lnkd.in/gVcz4GWP #Alison #FreeOnlineResources #MentalHealth #Healthcare #SocialCare #Disability #Freecourses #Disabilities

Asking your employee about their disability may be uncomfortable, but that’s exactly why you should do it 🧡 💡 The stigma surrounding disability gets stronger when we fail to acknowledge it. 💡 In my experience, the hardest part of any diversity and inclusion work is starting the initial conversation. 💡 You may not feel like you have all the right words. When someone asks me about my autism or ADHD, I care less about them using the correct terminology or psychological jargon, and more about the fact they’re asking how to support me in the first place. By simply starting the conversation about disability in your workplace, educating your employees and managers, that’s where real inclusion can begin in your community.    ❗ If you’re looking for workshops or trainings on neurodiversity for your team, check out my services here: https://lnkd.in/dvcW-xsp #maskingintheworkplace #neurodiversity #accomodations  #changemanagement  #Inklusion #HR  #Diversitet  #LigeMuligheder  #Ligestilling #Ligeværd

🌟Exciting News! 🌟 I am thrilled to announce the launch of my new website for Specialist Workplace Disability Support Do you have a disability that’s affecting your ability to perform at work? I’m here to help you understand, process and manage your disability, so you can thrive in your role. Together, we’ll work on building your confidence, exploring reasonable adjustments, and developing tailored strategies that enhance your performance whilst supporting your health and personal needs. Are you an employer? Many disabilities are hidden with individuals often struggling silently to cope at work. I can assist in creating a more inclusive environment that supports your staff in meaningful ways, whilst getting the most out of staff by reducing stress and boosting performance. Please share the details of Specialist Workplace Disability Support with your networks, and feel free to follow and reach out if you’d like to learn more about how I can help you or someone you know. Let’s create more inclusive workplaces, together. Link to website: https://lnkd.in/endpkRds

➡️Did you know that up to 80% of disabilities are invisible – meaning that they might not be noticed by an outside observer? Amongst other things, people living with invisible disabilities might experience chronic pain, energy-limiting conditions, or mental health conditions. Our disability awareness course will help you create an inclusive workplace so your team can thrive. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/efsrMaQ6 #onlinetraining #onlinecourses #disabilityawareness #disabilityinclusion