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Service with a smile
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 15(5), September/October 2015, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Reports on how an apprenticeship at a social enterprise cafe has given one young woman with learning disabilities the possibility of bright future in the catering industry. Apprentices working at the Unity Kitchen Cafe in London work in the cafe for a year in order to complete their NVQ Level 2 in catering. They then work with an employment advisor to help them move into paid employment. (Edited publisher abstract)
Cleaning up
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 15(1), January 2015, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The Chartity Hft runs two environmentally friendly car cleaning services in Gloucester and Stroud, which help young people with learning disabilities develop vital job skills in paid employment. The initiative offers work experience for up to 12 weeks for one day a week. Although the work experience is unpaid, a job coach works alongside the young person throughout this time. Individuals can then apply for vacancies as they arise. The long term goal is to offer NVQs in customer service skills and other qualifications to their employees. (Original abstract)
A star with the cars
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 14(1), January/February 2014, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
This article looks at how one young man, Michael, was able to secure employment with the support of the learning disability charity, Norwood. First Michael gained experience at Norwood Future Clean, a car wash and valet service run by Norwood supported employment programme. He was then able to move on employment at car dealership with some initial support from the charity Norwood. (Original abstract)
Towering achievements
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 15(6), November/December 2015, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Project Search helps young people in Blackpool with learning disabilities gain work experience and employment, and has enjoyed a high level of success thanks to its personalised approach. Each student on the project takes part in two months of college-based learning, before gaining experience in a variety of work placements sessions to find a suitable career. This article describes the development and some of the achievements of the Project, which is run by Blackpool Council, along with the Blackpool branch of learning disability Mencap, Blackpool and the Fylde College and three of the town's special schools. (Edited publisher abstract)
Kicking on
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 14(4), July/August 2014, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Options Academy is project involving a service provider and the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation (a charitable arm of the football club) which is helping people with learning disabilities to gain coaching qualifications. When the trainees complete the scheme they are fully-qualified to gain employment in the sports and leisure industry. This article looks at how the project first started and progress to date. (Original abstract)
Sunnyside up
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, August 2012, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
This article discusses Sunnyside House’s My LIFE (learning independence for ever) training programme which helps residents with learning disabilities learn the skills they need to live an independent life in their own home. Based in Thurrock, Essex, My LIFE is a modular training programme that teaches life skills such as conflict management and budgeting skills. The article focuses on ‘Gavin’, and how the programme has enabled him to move into his own property, managing his own finances and building positive relationships with neighbours.
Horses for courses
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 15(3), May/June 2015, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
MARES, the Minorities Agricultural and Rural Equestrian Skills project, is a charity providing skills training in horse riding and farm and countryside activities for people with learning disabilities and mental health problems. The activities provide many therapeutic and social benefits. This article explains how taking part in horse riding at MARES has helped one man with autism to develop his confidence and reduce his behaviours that challenge.
The heart of the matter
- Author:
- PARTON Dan
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 15(3), May/June 2015, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The Ridgeway, a supported living service for four young people with a range of physical and learning disabilities, was rated 'outstanding by the Care Quality Commission under the CQC's new inspection system. The article looks some of the factors that contribute to the success of the service which aims to put the people it supports at the heart of everything it does: supporting its residents to find employment; planning goals with residents and their families; matching staff and residents who have similar interests; involving residents in the induction of new staff. (Edited publisher abstract)