Autism Friendly Clonakilty

[Mick O'Dowd @mikodwd]

Here's a super video we found helpful, when trying to explain #autism to #Traolach's younger brothers and wider family.

@AsIAmIreland @AClonakilty

#SameChance #AutismFriendly #AutismAcceptanceMonth #AmazingThings

https://t.co/PusTDojfTV

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Wise words here / we need to lift the shame of diagnosis but we in Clonakilty have come along way in that journey thanks to the commitment of our champions, schools and followers:

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@IrelandAMVMTV @AsIAmIreland Well done to all involved / great points made and food for thought for all employers

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@mikodwd @ScallySupervalu @AsIAmIreland @IrelandAMVMTV @SuperValuIRL @IloveClonakilty Well done to you both in a fantastic job this morning representing the needs of many #SAMECHANCE

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Great first segment at 0735 featuring a very eloquent young man and his dad / back on again at 0835 & 0935 for more segments.

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Tune in to @IrelandAMVMTV (Virgin Media) from 0735 to see Clonakilty featured in coordination with @AsIAmIreland filming in Spillers Lane

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Many autistic people dread April! “Popular” symbols, memes & posts can be offensive, even damaging. Let’s start with the blue puzzle piece. Blue is a ‘boy’ colour when autistics come in all genders. The puzzle piece is childish and we are not a puzzle! #ActuallyAutistic

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@shssclon Fantastic news. Congratulations 🎉

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

The group were delighted to visit @ScallySupervalu Clonakilty Library @corkcolibrary, @AIBIreland and @WestCorkMRV.

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Thanks to everyone who helped share our Clonakilty Autism Friendly Town journey. Gillian, Joan and Joy travelled from Belfast to learn from our experience. @Fi_ferris from https://t.co/KMQ2fXdc9W, Saoirse & Aimee @shssclon Mark @BallynoeHouse @mikodwd

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@AsIAmIreland @ScallySupervalu @SuperValuIRL @BallynoeHouse @ClonTidyTowns @clongaa @Fi_ferris

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

The future looks bright for Autism Acceptance, especially here in Clonakilty. Saoirse and Aimee gave an inspirational presentation. Well done.

[Sacred Heart Secondary School @shssclon]

Autism Friendly Clonakilty Presentation https://t.co/YYMtpolDXS

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@KarenScorerOT @AutisticDoctor @SusanMadigan3 @AsIAmIreland 💯 I’m delighted to report that we will be doing just that with Clonakilty Primary Care Clinic really soon.

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@AutisticDoctor @KarenScorerOT @SusanMadigan3 We adapted an Environmental Evaluation checklist from @AsIAmIreland when we work with organisations seeking accreditation. Ideally this would be done on the premises with an autistic adult. So many amazing and insightful conversations arose during this.

[Mary Doherty 🏳️‍🌈 @AutisticDoctor]

In 2018 I gave a talk for #GPs for @AClonakilty

Did not expect it to lead to explaining at least in part, why life expectancy is reduced for #Autistic people

Barriers can be insurmountable, leading to adverse outcomes

#Autism understanding is key
#AutisticHealthcare matters

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

“Adjustments for autism- specific needs are as necessary as ramps for wheelchair users” CW…adverse medical outcomes!
Barriers to healthcare and self-reported adverse outcomes for autistic adults: a cross-sectional study. https://t.co/msOQtqHKTq [accessed Feb 23 2022].

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

@AsIAmIreland We are so proud of every entry. It was such a tough job to pick winners!

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Prize winners will be contacted soon by email.
Huge thanks to Scally's SuperValu Clonakilty SuperValu Ireland and HAPPY GO LUCKY for providing our prizes.

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Congrats to everyone who took part. We are thrilled to announce our winners.
Huge thanks to @ScallySupervalu @SuperValuIRL
and HAPPY GO LUCKY toy shop for providing our prizes. Prize winners will be contacted soon by email. @AsIAmIreland @clonakilty

[Autism Friendly Clonakilty @AClonakilty]

Highly Commended
Library by Áine & Luisne, Ahamilla Complex by Denis & Maggie, Public Pool by Eve, Dog Park by Emer & Ruairí and West Cork Rally by Cillian & Ciara.