30/03/2020
I have trained as an SEND mediator as I am passionate about it. Here is why..........
I know that the world is in chaos and we are all experiencing unsettled times and new challenges. However, normal life still continues as well, which, for some of us, includes everyday challenges that existed before Corona.
This week is World Autism Awareness Week and for those that know me well, will know that I always strive to raise awareness throughout the year for ALL special needs, not just autism, but as this week is dedicated to raising awareness, I tend to make a particular effort with the lead up to World Autism Awareness day on 2nd April.
This year is particularly unique because of what is going on in the world right now. Us parents trying to home school is an incredible task, but believe me when I say from the heart trying to home school a child or children with additional needs. is a whole different ball game. So please forgive me this week as despite the world challenges, I am going to continue raise awareness for all of those families facing their usual daily struggles in these incredibly challenging times.
I am going to start with a little reminder of a video that our daughter Phoebe did last year and presented to her class. I do not think that there is anything quite as powerful as when a message comes from the heart and words of a child.
Have a good week everyone.
#staysafe #stayathome #savelives #autismawarenessweek
‘M’ is for Makaton!
I will end the week with the video below.
We are amazingly proud of our Phoebe who wanted to make her own contribution to Autism Awareness Week and present some makaton to her classmates.
Thank you so, so much to everyone who has liked, shared and taken on board the posts from this week. I am truly grateful, It is just a small input into a much bigger world, but I hope makes a difference, even if to just one person.
Here’s to all those amazing children, adults and families who are on a special needs journey. #untileveryoneunderstands.