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Inclusion and supported placements

Inclusion and supported placements. Statistics in Kent. In Kent, 18% of the population describe themselves as having a disability or long-term limiting illness -not all disabled people describe themselves as such, but all have legal protection. Disability.

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Inclusion and supported placements

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  1. Inclusion and supported placements

  2. Statistics in Kent In Kent, 18% of the population describe themselves as having a disability or long-term limiting illness -not all disabled people describe themselves as such, but all have legal protection

  3. Disability Disability is a “protected characteristic” Everyone is protected from being treated worse because of their disability Public bodies have duty to protect disabled people from direct and indirect discrimination in employment and service provision - need to be pro-active, not reactive

  4. Activities for people with disabilities VIP Reading Groups Beyond Words Groups Bag Books Story Sharing Read Aloud sessions for People with Dementia MIND Reading Groups

  5. Statistics in Kent In Kent, 18% of the population describe themselves as having a disability or long-term limiting illness Only 9% Time2Give volunteers have declared themselves disabled

  6. Volunteer roles People with disabilities take part in regular volunteering activities across the county Tailor made roles to encourage inclusion e.g. ALDS - Finishing Touches

  7. Line management Disabled people are experts on their own disability- ask how best we can help Our duty is to make reasonable adjustments Record and review regularly- deal with any issues as with any paid member of staff Reasonable to ask outside agencies for support

  8. Types of support available KSE- Kent Supported Employment –supports people with a disability who are seeking employment Bring along their own support worker Time2Give role to support

  9. What is good practice? Treat everyone with respect and dignity Don’t make assumptions about people Be sensitive to individual needs – not all disabled people want or need help. If in doubt – ask! Do not pass on any personal information without express consent

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