Trauma has been described as an experience that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has produced traumatic effects in many people, particularly on those with severe and profound learning disabilities, who are generally at higher risk of trauma than others. Understanding the neurobiological responses to trauma may elucidate which experiential strategies could be usedRead more

I’m often asked what draws me to multisensory storytelling.  There are many benefits to multisensory stories. For me the magic is how the stories can enhance and enrich experiences and create a unique bond between the storyteller and the story explorer as they share their adventures. Multisensory stories tell a story using props to stimulate the senses and connect individualsRead more

We held a workshop on Tuesday 12th October on designing timetables for children with severe and profound intellectual disabilities and PMLD (profound and multiple learning disabilities to support wellbeing and learning. A whopping 150 people signed up to the event. As a result we have put together a free Timetables Guide. Download FREE Timetables Guide Thank you to Andrew Colley forRead more

Mindfulness is all about bringing ourselves into ‘this moment’ and experiencing it as it is. The benefits of mindfulness and a more mindful way of being are endless. It can reduce symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression and increase feelings of positivity, self-worth and resilience. These are some benefits, but there are so many more! When we are feeling more mindfulRead more

NAC are a proud member of the Disabled Children’s Partnership – a growing coalition of more than 60 organisations – campaigning for improved health and social care for disabled children, young people and their families in England. The Disabled Children’s Partnership (DCP) say: ‘We know that 43% of the British public don’t know anyone who is disabled and that 97%Read more

Mental health and emotional wellbeing for children and adults with severe and profound learning/intellectual disabilities and PMLD. In this workshop we will explore the meaning of emotional wellbeing, it's multi-faceted nature and what this means for how we can best support people with severe and profound intellectual disabilities with a range of strategies and approaches. You will be introduced to aRead more