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If you are a teacher and are looking for a short workshop to improve your students’ understanding of the impact and effects of arthritis, this could be for you. We can tailor the workshop to benefit students of different ages.
What is it?
Our qualified trainer will come to your school to deliver this short workshop which can benefit both students and staff. We aim to increase awareness through discussion, real life stories and practical demonstration.
What is covered in the workshop?
Students experience a little of what it might be like to live with arthritis. Using heavy gloves to restrict hand movements, they are given simple everyday tasks to carry out. Gadgets designed to help people with arthritis, such as key turners, pen grips, grab sticks and buttonhooks are demonstrated.
We discuss appropriate words to describe the experiences of people with arthritis and we examine issues with family members, contemporaries and classmates. With the emphasis on overcoming problems and group activities designed to relate to everyday life, a positive approach to disability awareness is shown to benefit all.
Why is it important?
Pupils (and teachers) attending will learn important facts about arthritis, which affects nine million people in the UK. Their disability awareness in general will also be enhanced. In curriculum terms, the outcomes will aid students’ PSHE attainments. Should you have any students with arthritis, it would be a great help if their peers attended the course and developed their understanding.
What will it cost?
We offer very reasonable rates for a professional service. Please speak with our office about your requirements and we will be able to tell you what the cost will be.
How do I know it’s any good?
Pupils who have taken part in our workshop have been enlightened and impressed – take a look at their comments.
It sounds great, how can I sign up?
Please contact our office and we will be happy to arrange a date to suit your school.
