Easy English 4 U’s Post

78% of disabled people report negative healthcare experiences, vs. 61% of non-disabled people (according to Sanofi). To close the gap, we must: - Partner with and listen to the disability community - Increase representation in leadership - Collaborate across sectors Progress is possible with empathy, accountability & commitment to equity. Disability touches all of us. Accessible systems benefit everyone. Read more in my Forbes article. https://lnkd.in/gCkdExSz

Do you have a disability? Maybe you don't even know (yet)? 'How can we rebuild trust in healthcare for disabled people?'   This is a question Caroline Casey explores in her latest article in Forbes. Reflecting on the staggering statistic that 78% of disabled individuals report trust-damaging healthcare experiences, compared to 61% of non-disabled people - it’s clear we have work to do.    Caroline's words are a good reminder: “Designing systems by consulting the disability community not only ensures the system is accessible to them, but it can also improve the experience for all.”    It’s one reason why Sanofi’s #AMillionConversations initiative is so important. The conversations we’re having with under-represented groups are helping to design a more inclusive healthcare system. For all of us.    Progress is possible when we work together and hold ourselves accountable. So if you’d like to collaborate with us on our initiative, please feel free to get in touch with me or my team: Christelle Foucault Léa Futschik    Together we can rebuild trust in healthcare, one conversation at a time.    https://lnkd.in/efFbrERV    #Healthcare #Inclusion #DisabilityRights 

As 2024 comes to a close, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the journey my assistance dog, Ocho, and I have undertaken. This year has been a testament to resilience, teamwork, and the power of advocacy. 🏆 Achievements in 2024: - Professional Milestones: This year, I was honored to be recognised as the Outstanding Female Disability Champion at The Women's Awards and was in the top 100 for the second year in a row at the Shaw Trust #disabilitypower100 party. These accolade is not just a personal achievement but a victory for all disabled professionals striving for recognition and equality. - Advocacy and Awareness: Ocho and I have continued to break down barriers and challenge stereotypes. By demonstrating Ocho’s vital role in my daily life and work as a Dog A.I.D. (Assistance In Disability) companion we have shown that assistance dogs are indispensable medical aids, not mere pets. - Community Engagement: I have had the privilege of speaking at various events, including a Radis Community Care wellbeing fayre and at the Animal Star Awards, sharing our story, and inspiring others to pursue their dreams despite the challenges they may face. Our mission has always been to empower and educate, and this year, we reached more people than ever before. 🧐 Looking Ahead to 2025 and Beyond: - Inclusive Work Environments: I envision a future where workplaces are fully inclusive, providing necessary accommodations for all employees. This includes better accessibility, flexible working conditions, and a deeper understanding of the unique contributions that disabled professionals bring to the table. - Enhanced Support Systems: It is crucial to improve support systems within health and social care. This means more funding for assistance programs, better training for healthcare providers on disability issues, and policies that prioritise the well-being and independence of disabled individuals. - Recognition and Representation: We need to see more disabled professionals, in leadership roles, in TV shows, everywhere. Representation matters, and it’s time for our voices to be heard at all levels of decision-making in health and social care. Together, Ocho and I will continue to advocate for these changes, striving to create a more inclusive and equitable world for everyone. Here’s to a transformative 2025! 🦮👨🏼🦼 #DisabilityAdvocacy #InclusiveWorkplace #AssistanceDogs #HealthcareReform #2025Goals

The government's just launched a public consultation on its 10-year plan for the health system - the 'biggest reimagining of the NHS' in its 76-year history. And the recent Darzi report declared the NHS “in a critical condition”, shining a light on persisting disparities in access to treatment for groups such as carers, people with a learning disability, and ethnic minorities. So here's my latest for Byline Times, on one well-established, potentially life-saving, nationwide screening programme which the government already has at its fingertips to help tackle structural health inequalities. Annual health checks for people with learning disabilities are a simple yet powerful intervention to detect health issues, benefit individuals, and save the health and care sectors money further down the line. Grateful for insights from Ramandeep Kaur Learning Disability England Jabeer Butt Race Equality Foundation Professor Umesh Chauhan, Grapevine and GPs Maisun Elftise and Ayesha Mahmud Thanks to everyone who contributed to and helped shape this piece. #healthcare #healthinequality #learningdisability #annualhealthchecks #patientaccess #inclusion #accessibility #disabilityrights #rights #humanrights

#Patient and #family #Rights As we continue to advance in the field of healthcare, it's crucial to remember that every patient deserves respect, #dignity, and equitable access to care—especially those with #disabilities. Patients with disabilities often face unique #challenges within the #healthcare system, from #physical barriers to #communication obstacles. It’s our responsibility as healthcare professionals, advocates, and allies to ensure that their rights are not only recognized but actively upheld. Here are a few #key rights that every patient with a disability should have: 1. #Access to #Care: #Healthcare facilities must be #accessible, providing necessary accommodations such as #ramps, #elevators, and accessible exam rooms. 2. #Informed #Consent: Patients should receive information in a format they can understand, allowing them to make informed decisions about their care. 3. #Respect and #Dignity: Every interaction should be grounded in respect. This means listening to patients, valuing their input, and treating them as partners in their care. 4. #Confidentiality: Patients have the right to privacy regarding their health information. This is especially important for individuals with disabilities who may face stigma or discrimination. 5. #Advocacy and #Support: Patients should have access to advocacy resources that help them navigate the healthcare system and assert their rights. As we strive for a more inclusive healthcare landscape, let’s commit to fostering an environment where patients with disabilities feel empowered to speak up and receive the care they deserve. Together, we can break down barriers and build a healthcare system that truly serves all individuals, regardless of their abilities. #PatientRights #DisabilityAwareness #HealthcareEquity #Inclusion #Advocacy #Empowerment #IDPD2024 #InternationalDayofDisability #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #EmpowerPeopleWithDisabilities #DisabilityRights #AccessibleWorld #BreakTheStigma #DiversityAndInclusion #DifferentAbilities #EqualOpportunities #AdvocateForChange #DisabilityInclusion #CelebrateDiversity #TogetherWeCan

Election FEVER is here – but where’s the plan for disability support? 💬 Many children are waiting for life-saving surgeries while millions in public funds go elsewhere. Imagine if those resources went to healthcare instead. 🏥 I AM calling on ALL candidates this election to show up for the disabled community. Let’s make inclusion a priority – tag your local candidates and ask, 'What's your plan?' 💪 #VideoDescription This reel opens with Avril Greham speaking directly to the camera, using a serious yet approachable tone as she talks about the need for disability support in Ireland’s election. Key points appear on-screen in text, highlighting examples of public spending and their comparison to healthcare needs. Avril shares a personal story about her own experience with surgery and the importance of healthcare funding. The reel ends with a call-to-action, encouraging viewers to tag local candidates and ask about their plans for disability support. Avril speaks passionately and sincerely throughout, with occasional close-ups for emphasis. .  . . . . . #GeneralElection2024 #GE2024 #AvrilGreham #DisabilityRights #MakeYourVoteCount #AccessibilityMatters #HealthcareReform #IncludeEveryone #IrelandVotes #AdvocacyInAction #VoiceForChange #DisabilityInclusion #HealthcareForAll #StandForChange #InclusionMatters 

Have you ever thought the term “differently-abled” is more appropriate to use than “disabled?” Have you ever used terms like “special needs” or handy-capable?” These terms might sound less offensive, but these euphemisms are seen by many in the disabled community as harmful. These terms are often used by non-disabled folks to feel more “comfortable” talking about disability — but they end up erasing our lived experiences. “Disabled” is not a bad word. Using “differently-abled” suggests our value lies only in being “capable” in society’s eyes. But value isn’t tied to ability or productivity; it’s inherent in every person. Disabled people aren’t looking for a feel-good label. We’re looking for respect and a society that meets us where we are. 💪 May we all find ways to support one another and build inclusive communities grounded in compassion, acceptance, and shared purpose. ♿️🌻🧬🎗️♾️ Video Credit: Jeremy Andrew Davis, which is part of “The Disability Allyship Series” that has been honored as a finalist in the 2024 Anthem Awards! #TheCaregiverLawyer #CaregiverSupport #DisabilityInclusion #BeAnAlly #CaregiverAND

📣 Join us - register for the live event, or engage with it later. Tomorrow 1-4pm AEDT - we are hosting the first of our Evidence to Action events.  It can be hard to find, keep up with and make use of what research evidence tells us about an issues or opportunity and understand the policy environment and context. Our Evidence to Action events are part of our plan to mobilise #disability knowledge, by which we mean: - we pull together what is already known, both research findings and community knowledge, - present and discuss this, so that it's easier to understand, and easier for all sorts of people with an interest to use. Tomorrow, hundreds of people from the disability community, Disability Representative Organisations, Disabled Persons Organisations, researchers, service providers and policy makers are coming together to talk about what is known about the evidence to enable the elimination of restrictive practices in Australia. Join us: 🙍 if you are interested in this topic - you don't need to be an expert! 🤓 if you are a researcher who is interested in evidence synthesis, knowledge translation for achieving research impact or inclusive, accessible ways of engaging with communities and policy makers. 🤩 if you want to be part of this disability-led research event that has been planned with disability access and trauma-informed approaches at the centre. We'd love your feedback for future events, too. #Disability #DisabilityResearch #PeopleWithDisability #IDPWD #Accessibility #RestrictivePractices #Policy #KnowledgeMobilisation #KnowledgeTranslation #ResearchTranslation #ResearchImpact #DisabilityJustice #Inclusion #DisabilityLeadership #NDRP #EvidenceToAction

🇬🇧 UK General Election 2024: How Are The Political Parties Pledging To Support Disabled People? 🇬🇧 The highly anticipated UK General Election 2024 will take place on Thursday 4th July. This is your chance to choose who runs the UK government and what policies matter to you. For people with disabilities and health conditions, the most vital question is “How are the political parties pledging to support disabled people?“ Here at Crip Life™, we go through five of the main Parties’ manifestoes to find out how they pledge to tackle the important policies for disabled people including health and social care, benefits, accessibility and inclusion. Read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/e8WZkwZt #UKGeneralElection2024 #UKGeneralElection #UKPolitics #DisabilityPolitics #Conservatives #Labour #LiberalDemocrats #GreenParty #ReformUK #Disability #DisabilityRights #DisabilityJustice #DisabilityBenefits #DisabilityEmployment #DisabilityEducation#DisabilityInclusion #NHS #Healthcare #CostOfLiving #Accessibility #DisabledPeople

Despite legal protections through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), #disabled people across the US continue to face more barriers accessing housing, health care, employment #opportunities, and educational supports than their nondisabled counterparts. As the 34th anniversary of the ADA approaches, learn more about seven ways federal policymakers, agencies, and decisionmakers could advance #equity and help disabled people thrive. https://urbn.is/3xXRjAr