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Tesco is holding an “autism-friendly quiet hour” to help families with autistic members to shop in an environment more suited to them. Shopping in supermarkets can be difficult for those with autism and the reason for this is down to sensory overload in busy and noisy environments. Autistic people make up about 1% of the […]
A little history The word “autism,” which has been in use for about 100 years, comes from the Greek word “autos,” meaning “self.” The term describes conditions in which a person is removed from social interaction — hence, an isolated self. Eugen Bleuler, a Swiss psychiatrist, was the first person to use the term. Autism […]
Previously; Tantalising bright lights of the big city lured me away from Birmingham to London aged 20. After all, I’d just finished catering college and wanted to conquer the world! This craving for the big city life was soon overcome by the reality of working long hours just to pay the rent! Then, unexpectedly an […]
BBC News has decided to launch a £1 million scheme to not only recruit but to train and help those with disabilities to develop their journalism skills. The announcement appeared during BBC News’ special coverage across TV, radio and online and this was titled Disability Works. Director of the news, James Harding, announced this on […]
There just has to be some truth in the saying ‘never say never’, let me show you. Midway through 2013, Michelle heard about Care First’s courses for adults with learning difficulties/disabilities, mental health challenges, brain injuries and autism and she decided with help from mum to find out more. A month later she was enrolled […]
No ordinary card with just ‘Thank You’ on the front but one carefully chosen for the words emblazoned on the front – it took Will our Learning Mentor at Skills Tank Kings Heath totally by surprise. I have it on good authority he welled up, couldn’t speak momentarily and had to collect himself – take […]
These devices should be distributed everywhere and we want to get involved and do our bit to be like Florence Nightingale. Says Maddy Wickens pictured above with Chris Winter The company, which is based on Amington Industrial Estate on Silica Road, works with young people and adults with mental health, autism and learning disabilities, is […]
No takers but just recently a few things spun, bounced and dropped into Skills Tank and there was a fun work out straight away, just look… Rushing to the minibus to go to the sports hall isn’t something we are used to at Skills Tank, well unless it’s for fun and games. Who doesn’t like […]
Ever since 2001 and the publishing of the Government’s white paper, there has been a large increase in giving people with learning disabilities more independence, rights and choices which can lead to not only equality but also social inclusion. Why Transport is Important Transport is important as it allows you to go to places in […]
Layer up Did you know that you lose body heat through conduction? The same happens when you sit down and the wind takes your body heat through convection. To prevent these from happening, it is best to insulate yourself by layering up. Ideal ways to do so include: Thick or woolly socks. Long underwear. External […]
