Even though having a disability has its pressure, it isn’t all that bad. There are some benefits that come with having a disability. Being disabled does come with many challenges and barriers but on many occasions. It does have its benefits and advantages. This Disability Pride Month, I’m going to share 10 perks of being […]
Category: Dealing with Disability series
It’s Learning Disability Week at Outside the Box Cafe in Ilkley. They’re celebrating inclusivity with their OTB Print Group’s fantastic artwork! The talented members created beautiful postcards based on the theme of Passage for the Ilkley Arts Secret Postcard Auction, which took place over the weekend of 7th – 9th June. Outside the Box cafe […]
SEND is an award winning Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Consultancy, based in England and Wales. The key principles of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Code of Practice are centred around ensuring that children and young people with SEND are supported to achieve the best possible educational and other outcomes. These principles include: […]
Did you know that braille can be used as an accessibility tool? I used to think that braille was only used to help the visually impaired. World Braille Day: Raising Awareness for an Important Communication Tool Since 2019, World Braille Day has been celebrated to create awareness of the importance of Braille; an access and […]
Manningham House has introduced powerful Accessibility Tools to ensure an inclusive experience for everyone! Colour Modes Grayscale for calm viewing. High Contrast to make things pop. Negative Contrast for cool clarity. Enhanced Readability Light Background for ease on the eyes. Links Underline for clear navigation. Readable Font for smooth reading. And the best part? If […]
Memory, processing speed, concentration, planning and organising – these are just some of the things our ‘Hydrocephalus and Learning’ leaflet for children and young people with Hydrocephalus can help with and has tips and ideas to support them at school or learning. Whether you’re living with or caring for someone with hydrocephalus, you’ll love our […]
Access consultancy is a service that provides advice on how to make buildings and environments more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities and other protected characteristics. Access Consultancy covers a wide range of areas like: Welcome to The view from where I sit versus The view from where you sit! DISABILITY RIGHTS: There are […]
This quote is often interpreted as a call to action for change and innovation. Machiavelli was known for his political writings, which were often controversial and challenged the traditional norms of his time. He believed that change was necessary for progress and that those in power should be willing to take risks and make bold […]
Disability, belonging, fitting in, and inclusion are all important concepts that relate to creating a more equitable and inclusive society. While they are related, they each have distinct meanings. Disability refers to a physical or mental impairment that limits a person’s ability to perform certain tasks or activities. It is important to recognize that disability is […]
Prescription glasses are just as much of a mobility aid as a wheelchair is. Why is one so stigmatized and the other isn’t? In my opinion, both prescription glasses and wheelchairs are mobility aids that help people with different types of disabilities. However, the stigma attached to wheelchairs is more than that of glasses. According […]
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