We’d like to say a huge congratulations to the @adhdfoundation and to Eddie and the team at @dsscotland for their incredible success at this year’s @the_rhs Chelsea Flower Show! 🌸
At The Donaldson Trust, we know just how powerful nature and gardening can be for the wellbeing of the people we support – whether it’s growing vegetables, learning new skills, or simply being in a green space.
It’s fantastic to see neurodivergent voices and inclusive design being recognised and celebrated on such a big stage. It’s a timely reminder that when environments are designed with care and creativity, everyone can thrive. 👏
#RHSChelsea #InclusiveDesign #Wellbeing
We’d like to say a huge congratulations to the @adhdfoundation and to Eddie and the team at @dsscotland for their incredible success at this year’s @the_rhs Chelsea Flower Show! 🌸
At The Donaldson Trust, we know just how powerful nature and gardening can be for the wellbeing of the people we support – whether it’s growing vegetables, learning new skills, or simply being in a green space.
It’s fantastic to see neurodivergent voices and inclusive design being recognised and celebrated on such a big stage. It’s a timely reminder that when environments are designed with care and creativity, everyone can thrive. 👏
#RHSChelsea #InclusiveDesign #Wellbeing
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming the Provost and Baillies from the @deaconscourt in Linlithgow for a brilliant talk all about the town’s beloved Linlithgow Marches. 😄
They brought the history and traditions of the Marches to life for the children, young people, and trainees across our services – and even gave us an insight in to their plans for the Deacons Court`s 50th anniversary celebrations this year! 🎉
Provost Derek Green shared his thoughts on the visit:
💬 "We were grateful for the invite to come along to meet everyone and share our plans for celebrating the Deacons Court`s 50th anniversary. Everyone was so engaging and we enjoyed our visit as much as they did. It`s a tremendous facility and we look forward to seeing them all on Marches Day."
To read more about their visit, click the link in our bio and go to `News & Views`. 🔗
#Participation #Collaboration #Community #Learning
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming the Provost and Baillies from the @deaconscourt in Linlithgow for a brilliant talk all about the town’s beloved Linlithgow Marches. 😄
They brought the history and traditions of the Marches to life for the children, young people, and trainees across our services – and even gave us an insight in to their plans for the Deacons Court`s 50th anniversary celebrations this year! 🎉
Provost Derek Green shared his thoughts on the visit:
💬 "We were grateful for the invite to come along to meet everyone and share our plans for celebrating the Deacons Court`s 50th anniversary. Everyone was so engaging and we enjoyed our visit as much as they did. It`s a tremendous facility and we look forward to seeing them all on Marches Day."
To read more about their visit, click the link in our bio and go to `News & Views`. 🔗
#Participation #Collaboration #Community #Learning
We’re supporting @alliance.scot in launching a new campaign calling for a right to communication for all.
Communication for all means sharing information in a way that everybody can understand. It includes all forms of communication – written, online, phone calls, and face to face. Inclusive communication is a gateway to accessing all our human rights.
Yet for too long people in Scotland have not had a clear legal right to inclusive communication. This leads to a postcode lottery when it comes to communication support, and significant inequalities for people.
Everyone should have a right to communicate in a form they understand – to access health and social care when they need it, attend education or work, and participate in society.
Sign up to ensure equal rights for everyone – because communication is about more than just words. 👇
https://www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-words-communication-for-all/?utm_source=socials&utm_medium=externalsocials&utm_campaign=morethanwords&utm_id=MoreThanWords&utm_content=external+partners+content+
#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll
We’re supporting @alliance.scot in launching a new campaign calling for a right to communication for all.
Communication for all means sharing information in a way that everybody can understand. It includes all forms of communication – written, online, phone calls, and face to face. Inclusive communication is a gateway to accessing all our human rights.
Yet for too long people in Scotland have not had a clear legal right to inclusive communication. This leads to a postcode lottery when it comes to communication support, and significant inequalities for people.
Everyone should have a right to communicate in a form they understand – to access health and social care when they need it, attend education or work, and participate in society.
Sign up to ensure equal rights for everyone – because communication is about more than just words. 👇
https://www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-words-communication-for-all/?utm_source=socials&utm_medium=externalsocials&utm_campaign=morethanwords&utm_id=MoreThanWords&utm_content=external+partners+content+
#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll
Reminder 👇
Our services are closed tomorrow for Victoria Day. They will reopen as normal on Tuesday 20th May. 😊
Reminder 👇
Our services are closed tomorrow for Victoria Day. They will reopen as normal on Tuesday 20th May. 😊
Are you a teacher looking for a better work-life balance? If so, we have the perfect part-time role for you! 👇
We are looking for two part-time Secondary Teachers – one for English and one for Maths – to join our Sensational Learning Centre team based in Linlithgow.
With a focus on wellbeing and communication, our school provides a safe, nurturing environment for neurodivergent children and young people who face challenges in traditional mainstream education settings. Both roles offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to our supportive and dynamic school community, with a focus on high-quality teaching and learning. 🎓
If you’re passionate about meeting individual needs and are creative in your approach to helping young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Click the link in our bio for more information on the role and how to apply.
⏰ Be quick – closing date for applications: Tuesday 20th May 2025
Are you a teacher looking for a better work-life balance? If so, we have the perfect part-time role for you! 👇
We are looking for two part-time Secondary Teachers – one for English and one for Maths – to join our Sensational Learning Centre team based in Linlithgow.
With a focus on wellbeing and communication, our school provides a safe, nurturing environment for neurodivergent children and young people who face challenges in traditional mainstream education settings. Both roles offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to our supportive and dynamic school community, with a focus on high-quality teaching and learning. 🎓
If you’re passionate about meeting individual needs and are creative in your approach to helping young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Click the link in our bio for more information on the role and how to apply.
⏰ Be quick – closing date for applications: Tuesday 20th May 2025
Where neurodivergent people are appropriately supported, we know their experiences and perspectives can enrich the places where we all learn, work, and socialise.
Unfortunately, neuro-inclusive practices are not yet universal. Neurodivergent people are not yet afforded the full range of opportunities and rights available to their neurotypical peers. We know that neurodivergent people are far more likely to experience mental ill-health at some point(s) in their life and, whilst few will require inpatient care, it is important that those who do are treated with dignity.
In that context, it is important that Scotland’s mental health and capacity law is reformed. This should include removal of the term ‘mental disorder’ from law and removal of autism and learning disability from the scope of the Mental Health Act. We do not believe it is morally justifiable that autistic people be described in this way in 2025 – or be covered by an Act in cases where they do not have serious mental ill-health.
To read more, click the link in our bio and go to `News & Views`. 🔗
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthAct #Neurodiversity
Where neurodivergent people are appropriately supported, we know their experiences and perspectives can enrich the places where we all learn, work, and socialise.
Unfortunately, neuro-inclusive practices are not yet universal. Neurodivergent people are not yet afforded the full range of opportunities and rights available to their neurotypical peers. We know that neurodivergent people are far more likely to experience mental ill-health at some point(s) in their life and, whilst few will require inpatient care, it is important that those who do are treated with dignity.
In that context, it is important that Scotland’s mental health and capacity law is reformed. This should include removal of the term ‘mental disorder’ from law and removal of autism and learning disability from the scope of the Mental Health Act. We do not believe it is morally justifiable that autistic people be described in this way in 2025 – or be covered by an Act in cases where they do not have serious mental ill-health.
To read more, click the link in our bio and go to `News & Views`. 🔗
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthAct #Neurodiversity
In our Treehouse service, we support wellbeing by creating space for individuals to take time for themselves and find moments of calm throughout the day. For some, this includes regular walks around the grounds — a peaceful routine that offers time to connect with nature, recharge, and support overall wellbeing. 🌳🌿
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For neurodivergent adults who require individualised support, Treehouse offers a low-arousal environment. With a focus on communications skills, individuals can embrace change and enjoy new experiences. 🔗 Click the link in our bio and head to our website to learn more.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
In our Treehouse service, we support wellbeing by creating space for individuals to take time for themselves and find moments of calm throughout the day. For some, this includes regular walks around the grounds — a peaceful routine that offers time to connect with nature, recharge, and support overall wellbeing. 🌳🌿
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For neurodivergent adults who require individualised support, Treehouse offers a low-arousal environment. With a focus on communications skills, individuals can embrace change and enjoy new experiences. 🔗 Click the link in our bio and head to our website to learn more.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
In Gate, creative expression plays a powerful role in supporting mental wellbeing. 🖌
The trainees have explored their individuality through activities like themed dress-up days and producing their own pantomimes. These outlets help build confidence, reduce stress, and create a sense of community and fun in a safe, accepting space.
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Gate, our wellbeing and skills development service, supports neurodivergent young adults 16+ to explore opportunities and learn new skills to help them navigate and find their place in the world. 🔗 Click the link in our bio and head to
our website to learn more.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
In Gate, creative expression plays a powerful role in supporting mental wellbeing. 🖌
The trainees have explored their individuality through activities like themed dress-up days and producing their own pantomimes. These outlets help build confidence, reduce stress, and create a sense of community and fun in a safe, accepting space.
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Gate, our wellbeing and skills development service, supports neurodivergent young adults 16+ to explore opportunities and learn new skills to help them navigate and find their place in the world. 🔗 Click the link in our bio and head to
our website to learn more.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
