Ability Focus

Ability Focus partner with the National Screening Service, HSE for Disability Awareness Training in 2024/2025. The Ability Focus Teams are really proud of all the training and awareness initiatives Ability Focus has worked on in 2024, but there are a few in particular which really stand out. Ability Focus started working with the National Screening Service, HSE in early 2024 to format a #DisabilityAwareness training programme for NSS staff who work through each of the 4 national screening services. These include Cervical Check, BowelScreen, Breast Check and Diabetic Retina Screen. The aim of this programme is to generate greater confidence for all NSS staff nationally, not just those staff who engage service users in the course of their screening duties. Our small team are so proud to have a part to play in encouraging a more accessible screening service. If screening services such as Breast Check, Cervical Check, Diabetic Retina Screen and Bowel Screen can be more accessible to #disabled people, then maybe we can make a small difference in helping with early detection for people with additional support needs. We are very much looking forward to continuing with programme delivery in early 2025. You can check on the article from the HSE website below. #Disability #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityAwareness #Diversity

The Ability Focus team have really enjoyed working with ELIS in 2024 and we very much look forward to the next suite of programmes in the lead up to Christmas. #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #DisabilityAwareness

Did you know that there is a grant scheme that covers 90% of the cost of Disability Awareness & Equality Training? What was once exclusive to the private sector is now available to not-for-profits, community-based, and voluntary organisations. Creating accessible and inclusive environments has never been more achieveable. If your team is ready to take the steps toward better disability accessibility and inclusion, this grant could make this possible. This is a chance to bring vital Disability Awareness & Equality Training to your organisation including the following training programmes: - Supporting Autism in the Workplace - Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace - Disability Inclusive Recruitment Practices - Management Disability Awareness & Equality Training - Reasonable Accommodation Training. Contact Ability Focus for a run through on how this new grant system works and how we can help you meet your disability inclusive goals. 💻 Email: info@abilityfocus.ie 📞 Call: (01) 699 1150 [Alt Text] White text on a dark green background reads 'Did you know there is a grant scheme which rebates 90% of the cost of #DisabilityAwareness & Equality Training exclusively to the private sector?'. The word 'exclusively' is messily crossed out in charcoal grey, with a handwritten text saying 'Now open to community based, not-for-profits, and voluntary organisations'.

An employers failure to provide reasonable accommodations to a staff member who has dyslexia resulted in an award of €7,000 in the Workplace Relations Commission... #ReasonableAccommodation #disability #Neurodiversity

Did you know that ADHD impacts approximately 5% of the population in Ireland? October is an opportunity to celebrate #ADHDAwarenessMonth and raise awareness on the unique strengths and perspectives of people with ADHD and the intrinsic value they bring to our workplaces and communities. At Ability Focus, we believe that fostering a neuroinclusive environment is key to unlocking the full potential of neurodiverse talent. Our Neurodiversity in the Workplace and Disability Awareness & Neurodiversity training programs are specifically designed to help organizations better understand and support individuals with conditions such as #ADHD, #Autism, #Dyslexia, #Dyscalculia, and others that fall under the neurodiversity umbrella. We tailor our approach to meet the specific needs of each individual. Are you ready to build a more inclusive workplace? Our training empowers teams to break down barriers and create working environments that helps everyone to thrive. Learn more about our training programmes: https://lnkd.in/ezcAFJV  Contact the @Ability Focus office on (01) 699 1150 or Email info@AbilityFocus.ie Alt Text: A smiling woman in business attire stands in front of a dark green wall, holding a clipboard with the @Ability Focus logo. She looks at white text that reads: ‘October, ADHD Awareness Month, 90% Grant Funding for Neurodiversity Training’.

New Article: 90% Grant-Funded Disability Equality Training for the Not-for-Profit Sector Announced. In this latest piece, Stephen Kelly, Managing Director of Ability Focus, explores the launch of the Work & Access Scheme by the Department of Social Protection. This scheme aims to foster disability-inclusive workplaces through new access supports which are now available to organisations both within and outside the private sector with a primary focus on 90% grant funded Disability Equality Training.   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/djv7KvQi   Be sure to read the article to learn more about how you can avail of the Work & Access Grant through Ireland’s leading provider of Disability Awareness and Equality Training – Ability Focus   For further information contact the Ability Focus office on (01) 699 1150 or email info@Abilityfocus.ie Alt Text: Graphic depicting a diverse group of eight people in a professional setting. Two individuals are seated in office chairs, one is in a wheelchair, and five people are standing. Everyone is smiling at the camera, showing an inclusive and collaborative workspace.

The newly launched Work & Access grant is a game changer for employers in the Republic of Ireland. Check out the post below...! #DisabilityAwareness

Did you know there is a NEW government grant which now rebates between 80% - 90% of the total cost of Disability Awareness & Equality Training for private sector businesses? Did you know this rebate now also applies to the following training programmes: - Supporting Autism in the Workplace - Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace - Disability Inclusive Recruitment Practices - Management Disability Awareness & Equality Training - Reasonable Accommodation Training (TBC) Also....did you know this 80% - 90% rebate NOW ALSO APPLIES to not for profits, community based and voluntary organisations? Basically, as long as your organisation in not in the public sector you can now get grant funding to train your staff...! Google 'Work & Access' for further details. Or contact info@abilityfocus.ie for a run through how this new grant system works. Alternatively get in touch with Stephen Kelly on LinkedIn. #disability #disabilityInclusion [Alt text] Green poster which says 'Did you know there is a grant scheme which rebates 90% of the cost of #DisabilityAwareness & Equality Training to private sector businesses. Now open to community based, not for profits also'.

At Ability Focus we strongly believe that content should always be reviewed by external subject matter experts. This is what separates our CPD accredited Reasonable Accommodation Training Programme from other service providers. #disability #disabilityInclsuion #reasonableAccommodation

Ability Focus has been working with Irish Distillers throughout 2024 to deliver #disability awareness training to hugely engaged groups from this progressive business. Thanks to Melanie Sheridan and her team for organising.