Despite the unpredictable British weather, the trainees in Gate have been digging in and getting their hands dirty in the garden! 🌱
Our planters are a fantastic addition in the garden, allowing us to enjoy fresh, homegrown fruit and veggies in our kitchen and providing a great opportunity to improve wellbeing through connection with nature. We can`t wait to see how the trainees use their freshly grown potatoes! 🥔 Any ideas on what delicious dishes they could create? 🤷
Jul 25
Despite the unpredictable British weather, the trainees in Gate have been digging in and getting their hands dirty in the garden! 🌱
Our planters are a fantastic addition in the garden, allowing us to enjoy fresh, homegrown fruit and veggies in our kitchen and providing a great opportunity to improve wellbeing through connection with nature. We can`t wait to see how the trainees use their freshly grown potatoes! 🥔 Any ideas on what delicious dishes they could create? 🤷
Today marks #InternationalSelfCareDay ❤️
Our support services are designed to offer a friendly and warm environment where individuals can relax and be themselves, and #Wellbeing activities are embedded to help to reduce anxiety and reduce stress. It’s great seeing the young people and trainees enjoying their own self-care activities whether it`s a walk in nature, getting lost in a good book, or simply taking some time to pamper themselves. 💅📖
What are some of your favourite self care activities? 👇
Jul 24
Today marks #InternationalSelfCareDay ❤️
Our support services are designed to offer a friendly and warm environment where individuals can relax and be themselves, and #Wellbeing activities are embedded to help to reduce anxiety and reduce stress. It’s great seeing the young people and trainees enjoying their own self-care activities whether it`s a walk in nature, getting lost in a good book, or simply taking some time to pamper themselves. 💅📖
What are some of your favourite self care activities? 👇
In her recent blog, Advisory Board Member, Grace Lawther, shares the challenges of navigating public transport as an autistic individual. 🚌 Grace opens up about her personal journey, detailing the sensory overload, unpredictability, and anxiety that public transport can bring.
She also shares practical tips and strategies for making public transport more manageable for those on the autism spectrum, a valuable resource for anyone facing similar challenges. 👏
Read Grace`s full blog by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗
#InclusiveTravel #AutismAwareness #AutismTravelTips
Jul 23
In her recent blog, Advisory Board Member, Grace Lawther, shares the challenges of navigating public transport as an autistic individual. 🚌 Grace opens up about her personal journey, detailing the sensory overload, unpredictability, and anxiety that public transport can bring.
She also shares practical tips and strategies for making public transport more manageable for those on the autism spectrum, a valuable resource for anyone facing similar challenges. 👏
Read Grace`s full blog by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗
#InclusiveTravel #AutismAwareness #AutismTravelTips
Exciting News! Back in May, Maisie, a talented student from our Sensational Learning Centre, earned a spot in the prestigious Young Artists` Summer Show at the @royalacademyarts in London. 🏆
Maisie’s painting, ‘Omelette,’ inspired by her love of gerbils, has undergone evaluation by a distinguished panel of artists and art professionals. Now, ‘Omelette’ is up for the People’s Choice Award 2024 and she needs your votes. ❗
To read more of Maisie’s story and vote for her painting, click the link in our bio. 🔗
#RAYoungArtists #YoungArtistsSummerShow
Jul 19
Exciting News! Back in May, Maisie, a talented student from our Sensational Learning Centre, earned a spot in the prestigious Young Artists` Summer Show at the @royalacademyarts in London. 🏆
Maisie’s painting, ‘Omelette,’ inspired by her love of gerbils, has undergone evaluation by a distinguished panel of artists and art professionals. Now, ‘Omelette’ is up for the People’s Choice Award 2024 and she needs your votes. ❗
To read more of Maisie’s story and vote for her painting, click the link in our bio. 🔗
#RAYoungArtists #YoungArtistsSummerShow
Our Gate trainees and staff recently took a walk on the grounds, gathering a variety of natural materials to make flower crowns. 🌸👑
They collected flowers, feathers, leaves, and sticks, turning them into beautiful and unique designs. This activity was a great way for everyone to connect with nature and each other in a relaxed and creative setting. 🌳
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Gate is our skills development and training service for neurodivergent people aged 16+. It maintains and enhances the skills of its Trainees, as well as improve their wellbeing. To find out more about this service, visit our website (🔗 link in bio).
#TeamBuilding #Creativity
Jul 18
Our Gate trainees and staff recently took a walk on the grounds, gathering a variety of natural materials to make flower crowns. 🌸👑
They collected flowers, feathers, leaves, and sticks, turning them into beautiful and unique designs. This activity was a great way for everyone to connect with nature and each other in a relaxed and creative setting. 🌳
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Gate is our skills development and training service for neurodivergent people aged 16+. It maintains and enhances the skills of its Trainees, as well as improve their wellbeing. To find out more about this service, visit our website (🔗 link in bio).
#TeamBuilding #Creativity
Support The Donaldson Trust to win £1,000! 🙌
We have the opportunity to win £1,000 through @benefactgroup`s #MovementForGood programme, but we need your help.
Voting is only open until Sunday 21st July 2024 with only 50 charities securing £1k each… every vote counts!
To vote for us:
👉 Go to the link in our bio and click `Movement for Good – Vote Now`.
👉 Select `The Governors of The Donaldson Trust` (Charity no: SC017417) and fill out the short form.
Thank you so much for your support. 💚
#SupportUs #BenefactGroup #VoteNow
Jul 17
Support The Donaldson Trust to win £1,000! 🙌
We have the opportunity to win £1,000 through @benefactgroup`s #MovementForGood programme, but we need your help.
Voting is only open until Sunday 21st July 2024 with only 50 charities securing £1k each… every vote counts!
To vote for us:
👉 Go to the link in our bio and click `Movement for Good – Vote Now`.
👉 Select `The Governors of The Donaldson Trust` (Charity no: SC017417) and fill out the short form.
Thank you so much for your support. 💚
#SupportUs #BenefactGroup #VoteNow
A major milestone was reached in Scotland yesterday! The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 has come into force, marking a significant step forward towards better protecting, promoting, and respecting the rights of children across Scotland.
At The Donaldson Trust, we welcome this development and recognise the crucial role this legislation can, and should, play in ensuring that all children are valued and supported.
We`re particularly mindful that neurodivergent individuals often face much poorer outcomes than their peers – and that their human rights are more likely to be at-risk.
This legislation is part of a series of welcome initiatives by The Scottish Government, including the proposed ‘LDAN’ Bill, aimed at supporting (amongst others) neurodivergent people; however, we know that there is still much work to be done.
We believe in a future where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential. We`ll continue to work towards this goal by providing the necessary resources, support, and opportunities to make it a reality.
#ChildrensRights #UNCRCScotlandAct
Jul 17
A major milestone was reached in Scotland yesterday! The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 has come into force, marking a significant step forward towards better protecting, promoting, and respecting the rights of children across Scotland.
At The Donaldson Trust, we welcome this development and recognise the crucial role this legislation can, and should, play in ensuring that all children are valued and supported.
We`re particularly mindful that neurodivergent individuals often face much poorer outcomes than their peers – and that their human rights are more likely to be at-risk.
This legislation is part of a series of welcome initiatives by The Scottish Government, including the proposed ‘LDAN’ Bill, aimed at supporting (amongst others) neurodivergent people; however, we know that there is still much work to be done.
We believe in a future where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential. We`ll continue to work towards this goal by providing the necessary resources, support, and opportunities to make it a reality.
#ChildrensRights #UNCRCScotlandAct
Introducing ‘Cooking With James’! 🍽️🧑🏼🍳
Grab your aprons and follow along as James from our Sensational Learning Centre teaches us how to make the perfect sausage rolls with only 3 ingredients! The ideal addition to your summer picnic. ☀️
Ready to roll up your sleeves and give it a try?
#SummerRecipes #EasyRecipes #SausageRollRecipe
Jul 16
Introducing ‘Cooking With James’! 🍽️🧑🏼🍳
Grab your aprons and follow along as James from our Sensational Learning Centre teaches us how to make the perfect sausage rolls with only 3 ingredients! The ideal addition to your summer picnic. ☀️
Ready to roll up your sleeves and give it a try?
#SummerRecipes #EasyRecipes #SausageRollRecipe
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