"Autism is not a tragedy; Ignorance is the tragedy."
- Kerry Magro
A powerful reminder from one of America's foremost disability advocates that a lack of understanding and support is the real issue, not autism itself.
#NeurodiversityQuote#QOTD#SecoSupport
“Autism isn’t about missing pieces; it’s about seeing the puzzle differently”
-Dr Tony Attwood
Attwood is one of the world's foremost experts on autism with his research helping to expand and enrich understanding of autism.
#AutismQuote#NeurodiversityQuote#QOTD#SecoSupport
Ava and Stephen have been working on something super secret!
Here's a sneak peek of what they've been up to, keep a look out for updates!
#SecoSupport#ThrivingNotSurviving
Every year the 13th of November is celebrated as World Kindness Day 💗
It was started in the 90s to encourage the creation of chains of kindness in communities through small acts and paying it forward.
So what will your act of kindness be?
#WorldKindnessDay#SecoSupport
It's Bonfire night and if you're staying in or going out, @autism have put together a great selection of top tips for those with autism and sensory issues to help make Bonfire night a positive experience.
Read the tips here: https://t.co/ZfOUckAAhw
#BonfireNight#SecoSupport
Despite being a passionate musician, lyricist and previously being in a band, Ava had never been to a concert!🪩
That changed last week when Ava and our managing director Vicky went to an ABBA tribute night.
Ava described the night as quality time! 💃
#SecoSupport
Putting the recognition into recognition week! 🏅
It's key that hard work and a job well done doesn't go unseen at Seco, be that by sharing internally amongst teams in our newsletter or at industry awards ceremonies!
#SecoSupport#RecognitionWeek
So much of what we do at Seco is built around building real connections and relationships 🤝
That's why we have a dedicated budget for staff team building and social events, to enable teams to get together and build bonds.
We know a work-life balance is super important for staff to recharge and enjoy life! 🏖️
That's why we reward our staff with bonus holiday up to 4 days for each holiday year worked.
#SecoSupport#RecognitionWeek
At Seco, we know it's important to recognise the achievements and contributions of staff! 🏅
This week we'll be sharing some of the ways we celebrate and show our appreciation for our hard working teams!
#SecoSupport#RecognitionWeek
🏥➡️🏡 “Hospital is not a home.”
At Seco Support, we champion a transitional approach—bridging the gap from restrictive settings to thriving in community-based homes.
📖 Read more:
👉 https://t.co/pjaNuhAdHX
🆘 999 BSL 🆘
999 BSL is a new emergency VRS service for Deaf BSL users to contact the emergency services through a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter.
• Call 999 through the app or website
• 24/7 interpreting service all year round
#999BSL #999
At Seco Support, we believe care should empower, not confine. In our latest blog, we explore how a holistic approach to creating care & support packages can uphold rights, foster independence, and ensure that every individual is truly heard & respected.
https://t.co/jNjCzGK7Td
😀 Autism Friendly Tesco visits 😀
Do you know that Tesco offers quiet shopping hours in all stores? As well as shopping aids for autistic people?
Find out more in the link: https://t.co/Wf7TycjGNJ
#tesco#autismfriendly#hiddendisabilities
✔️ Are we helping people live the lives they choose?
✔️ Are we providing a service we’d want for our own loved ones?
✔️ Are we turning goals and dreams into reality?
Check out our new blog post to find out: https://t.co/Rfu7nWbXEs
🎁 Autism & sensory-friendly shopping visits at your local Smyths Toy Superstore
Contact your local Smyths Toys Superstores to arrange an autism and sensory-friendly shopping hour experience!
https://t.co/4fsrV1fPvF
#autismfriendlyshoppinghour#smyth#autismfriendly
🗣️Do you know there are grants available for families raising a disabled child?
😀 These grant items range from computers to clothing, to days out and holidays.
👉 Find out more here: https://t.co/tw7qgqGbkg
#familyfund#familyfundgrants#disabilitygrants
🎦 Did you know there is now a listing website to help you find information on accessible screenings in UK Cinemas?
Check out:
https://t.co/aJZxKxFwJf
#accessiblescreenings
⭐Supported internships are changing lives⭐
🗣️Toseef Ahmed explains how his supported internship has been a win-win for him, his team and his employer
https://t.co/IHYtRCJyqd