Disabled People and People with a Long-Term Health Condition

The following sketch notes were produced from our learning event which took place in October 2021 with organisations who work with disabled people and people with long-term health conditions:

Key Findings:

• Benefits of taking part include improved sense of connection; more involved in the community; improved independence, reduced anxiety; keeping everyday movement going
• Effective recruitment via word of mouth, personal recommendations, flyers, direct invitations and social media
• Value the impact of individual stories
• Use people or volunteers who understand participant needs
• Have lots of patience
• Learn and use correct vocabulary
• Don’t stereotype
• Be innovative, adapt and offer individual programs
• Collaborate with other services and organisations
• Ensure the activities are inclusive