Disability awareness is an important part of establishing real inclusion for people with disabilities. It is the first step in overcoming any concerns, attitudes or stereotypes that workers or others may have interacting with people with disability. It only stands to reason the more informed you are the less likely it is that you will feel uncomfortable about how to communicate and interact with someone with a disability at work or in your community.
Misconceptions about people with disability are often the result of lack of awareness. We at Empowering Futures provide disability support training in Northern suburbs of Adelaide.
If you see a person with a disability struggling with something, your first instinct may be to jump in and take over. However, without knowing that person’s specific needs or intentions you may be doing more harm than good by embarrassing or removing independence. Always ask before offering your assistance. For more information contact us for training and increase your opportunity of employment.