Valentine’s Day can come with a lot of expectations about how love is “supposed” to look. Today feels like a good moment to pause and remember that love doesn’t show up the same way for everyone.
Neurodiversity reminds us that people communicate and connect in different ways. Some people express love through words, others through actions, or simply showing up consistently. Some need direct communication, predictability, or extra space to feel comfortable and safe.
So this Valentine’s Day, let’s be a little gentler with each other. Understanding starts when we acknowledge different needs.
@scotrail have introduced a live network map on their app, enabling users to easily see if there are any disruptions on their route.
Providing clear information like this will make it easier for neurodivergent people to use public transport confidently, and will help to reduce anxiety around travelling.
This app update, which followed consultation with The Donaldson Trust, highlights that positive change for neurodivergent people is positive change for everyone.
We’re excited to see the launch of It’s So Loud In Here, a podcast series about how the of noise in everyday life affects neurodivergent people. Created by Keira Edwards – @kredwards39 – and featuring @drtomnicholson , the series focuses on how autism and ADHD affect the way people experience everyday situations like going to work, socialising and using public transport.
Through immersive sound design and testimonies from neurodivergent people, the podcast shows how neurodivergent people experience the world.
Series like this are so important in improving understanding of neurodiversity, and highlighting changes that can be made to make public spaces more accessible for everyone.
You can listen to the series on @bbcsounds now – link in bio.
Visit our stand at #SCVOGathering!
We’ll be here today and tomorrow, so if you’re attending, come along to say hello, meet the team, and find out more about neurodiversity. @scvoscot
We’re here at #SCVOGathering!
Today at 11am, we’re hosting our session Laying a Foundation of Wellbeing with Neuro-Inclusive Service Provision. We’re looking forward to meeting people from organisations across Scotland and opening up conversations about neurodiversity. @scvoscot
This Children’s Mental Health Week, the theme is “This is My Place”.
It recognises how a sense of belonging supports children’s mental health, wellbeing and confidence. Feeling included and valued is fundamental to how children learn, grow and thrive.
Our Sensational Learning Centre (SLC) creates environments where neurodivergent children and young people can truly belong. In our classrooms, pupils receive tailored support that meets their individual needs. We help pupils develop the skills and confidence they need for both education and life beyond school.
Belonging is at the heart of everything we do. By nurturing strengths, celebrating individuality and fostering inclusion, we can empower children to feel seen, heard and valued – so they confidently say: “This is my place.”
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #ThisIsMyPlace
Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of neurodivergent young adults?
This could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for! 👇
At The Donaldson Trust, we believe every neurodivergent young adult deserves the chance to thrive, discover their place in the world, and shape a future that works for them. Our Adults Services provide specialist, neurodiversity-informed support that empowers young adults to grow their independence, confidence and wellbeing.
As a Wellbeing Practitioner, you’ll provide calm, individualised support that is responsive to each supported person’s sensory profile. You’ll have proven experience supporting adults with individualised needs and hold (or be willing to work towards) SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Healthcare.
If you’re professional, dependable, collaborative, curious and adaptable – and you have experience supporting adults with individualised needs – we’d love to hear from you. We offer:
– An opportunity to work in a values-led, inclusive environment
– Ongoing professional development
– A culture of team support, innovation and reflective practice
– A great pension (up to 12% employer contribution)
– Generous annual leave 7.8 weeks, plus special leave allowances
– Life Assurance scheme
– Health Cash Plan
🔗 To find out more and apply, visit our website: https://www.donaldsons.org.uk/current-vacancies/
📆 Applications close: Monday 2nd March 2026, but we will be holding interviews throughout the application window. So please apply early!
Meet Jenna, a parent supporter who set herself a huge fundraising challenge last year and smashed it! With a goal of raising £1,000, Jenna planned three raffles across the year and, by the time her second raffle came around, she had already beaten her target.
Seeing the final total raised was a proud moment for Jenna, knowing the funds would make a real difference. But for her, the most rewarding part was much more than the number.
“Seeing what the funds raised could do for the school & all the young people within it – the smiles, the excitement, the fun things to learn and look forward to – that’s what it’s all about for me.”
We’re so grateful for supporters like Jenna who go the extra mile to make a difference for neurodivergent young people.
Thinking about supporting The Donaldson Trust? Click the link to find out more: https://www.donaldsons.org.uk/get-involved/
