https://www.ecl.org/ en-GB Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:10:00 +0000 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:13:39 +0000 https://www.ecl.org/media-area/blog/bsl-level1 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:10:00 +0000 At ECL, our commitment to inclusivity and empowerment is highlighted by our Sensory Service, who introduced the BSL course earlier this year. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/david-hitchin Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:14:00 +0000 David, with 15 years in education and experience as a head teacher at a pupil referral unit, joined ECL’s Clinical team two years ago to specialise in behavioural support within adult care services. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/blog/community-connecting-blog Fri, 13 Dec 2024 15:46:00 +0000 Inclusive Employment doesn't work for everyone, especially those with moderate to severe learning disabilities. I longed for an initiative offering meaningful support to those unable to work. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/darrens-story Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:19:00 +0000 Darren Onno, 48, improved his confidence and independence through ECL’s Community Connector programme, engaging in social activities like dance and IT sessions. With support from Katie, Darren is now happier, more settled, and exploring paid employment options. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/vasukies-story Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:53:00 +0000 Vasukie, initially very shy, gained confidence and independence through ECL’s Community Connector programme, attending social activities and volunteering at a hospice store. She now speaks up for herself, manages tasks independently, and aims to study IT at college. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/melanies-story Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:50:00 +0000 Melanie, 25, struggled with confidence and purpose until ECL’s Community Connector programme helped her find a volunteer role at a local café, where she regained her skills and independence. Her mother, Cath, is thrilled with Melanie's progress and newfound direction in life. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/elaines-story Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:59:00 +0000 Elaine Shepherd, 55, from Harwich, overcame isolation with the help of ECL’s Community Connector programme, which helped her regain confidence and start volunteering at a local hospice store. Her dad, Phillip, is thrilled with her progress and hopeful for her future. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/east-of-england-co-op Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:11:00 +0000 A successful collaboration between ECL and the East of England Coop has resulted in paid employment for many adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. Read below to find out how inclusive employment has benefitted the East of England Co-op as an organisation. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/zach-coop Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:39:00 +0000 A successful collaboration between ECL and the East of England Co-op has resulted in paid employment for many adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. One of the successful applicants was Zach. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/blog/meet-ashley Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:12:00 +0000 The best part of working for ECL is knowing that I’m helping people https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/retired-teacher-supported-back-to-independence-by-former-pupil Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:39:00 +0000 ECL’s South Essex Reablement Service helps former teacher regain independence following knee injury. https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/jess-journey Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:52:00 +0000 Jess' passion for helping people started when she spent time with her aunt, who has learning disabilities, and saw how impactful community support was for her aunt’s independence. Inspired by this and encouraged by a friend who worked for a charity supporting adults with disabilities, Jess transitioned into the care sector.