Mental wellbeing
We know from
research that improving our wellbeing includes feeling connected, being active and learning.
In our report
More Information, Less Medication we look at how to reduce the over medication of people with learning disabilities with mental health issues.
A key recommendation includes employing more people with learning disabilities due to the link between employment and positive mental health.
Creating a solution
Employment can be full of barriers for people with learning disabilities, from information not being accessible to attitudes of other staff.
We know that 65% of people with learning disabilities would like a paid job, but only 6% have one.
At CHANGE we have a co-working model for employment. This means that we employ people with learning disabilities on equal salaries to co-lead on all of our projects.Impact and benefits
“When I go home I feel part of my community, I go out, I buy things and I see my friends. It’s brilliant!” - Catherine, Lead Trainer at CHANGE
Co-working also means we impact everyone, including people with learning disabilities outside of CHANGE.
“When I deliver training I feel great because I am using my expertise to make things better for other people with learning disabilities.” – Catherine. Our message
CHANGE would like to urge you to seek how you could be more inclusive in your employment.
To hear more about Catherine’s story watch our
short film as she discusses life before and after working at CHANGE.
If you would like to find out more about CHANGE, the training we provide, or have any other questions – please
get in touch.