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It's World Food Day! 🍎🥕🥪

We know that supporting people to build life skills can open up new possibilities - helping them grow in confidence, feel good in themselves and take steps towards greater independence. And cooking is one of those life skills that does so much more than fill a plate! 👨‍🍳

Learning to plan, prepare and cook meals develops problem-solving, decision-making and everyday independence. It also empowers people to make healthier choices and take ownership of their wellbeing. Across our services, we focus on building confidence and self-esteem through practical skills like cooking, supporting individuals to thrive and fulfil their potential. 🍽

To learn more about our services, visit our website: https://www.donaldsons.org.uk/neurodiversity-support-services/

#WorldFoodDay #LifeSkills #NeurodiversitySupport

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Today is World Mental Health Day, and this year's theme is all about access to services.

At The Donaldson Trust, we're deeply committed to this. Our support services are co-designed with the people we support to create a truly welcoming and friendly space where everyone can feel comfortable and be themselves.

We know that wellbeing isn't an afterthought - it's essential. That's why we carefully embed wellbeing activities into daily life to help reduce anxiety and manage stress.

We put the wellbeing of everyone we support at the heart of what we do.

Find out more about our support services on our website: http://bit.ly/4gGNvW1

#WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #AccessToServices

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We're thrilled to share some great news for a few of the young people we support in Vibe!🤩

They're taking another positive step forward by starting a 5-week transition taster course at West Lothian College (Official) . The goal is to give them a clear, low-pressure look at what further education can offer.

Over the five weeks, they'll have the opportunity to:
- Tour the college campus. 
- Meet the college team.
- Ask all their questions about different courses and life at college without the pressure of signing up.

This is a vital step in helping them explore their future options and gain confidence. Well done to everyone involved!

#PositiveDestinations #FurtherEducation #CollegeTransition

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📆 Something for the weekend?

Why not pop into the @dyslexiascotland  drop-in DyslexiFest event in Stirling tomorrow, October 4th.

It's completely free, and you can pop in anytime from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM to browse information, hear talks, and chat with staff and volunteers. Easy, helpful, and informative!

Talks Schedule:

11.00 – 12.00 
Meet the Dyslexia Club! Bestselling author Margaret Rooke talks with some of the young people with dyslexia whose words helped with her new book. Encourage and inspire your 7 to 12 year olds.

12.15 – 1.15
How Mindmapping can help with dyslexia – with Darius Namdaran from ivvi.

12.30 – 1.45 
Parent Masterclass – what is dyslexia and how you can support your child with Sharon Hall.

1.30 – 2.30
Meet the Dyslexia Club! Bestselling author Margaret Rooke talks with some of the young people with dyslexia whose words helped with her new book. Encourage and inspire your 7 to 12 year olds.

2.00 – 3.00 
CALL Scotland – assistive technology to help with dyslexia

**Please note that talks cannot be booked in advance. Tickets for talks will be available on arrival but due to room capacity Dyslexia Scotland cannot guarantee places in any of the talks.

#DyslexiaSupport #DyslexiaAwareness

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October is here, and that means it's ADHD Awareness Month! 📣

In Scotland, research indicates that 2.5%–4% of adults and 5% of children have ADHD (and the actual number may be higher as some people choose not to seek a formal diagnosis).

So, why is raising awareness so important? 

By increasing understanding, we can:

👉 Reduce Stigma – Challenge stereotypes and build a more inclusive society for everyone.

👉 Support Earlier Identification – Help people access the right support and tools when they need them most.

👉 Celebrate Strengths – Recognise the creativity, energy, and innovative thinking often found in ADHD minds.

At The Donaldson Trust, we are committed to creating neuroinclusive environments where all neurodivergent individuals feel supported and valued.

#adhdawareness  #ADHD #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

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