https://www.ecl.org/ Read the latest from the ECL team, individuals in care and top-tips provided by our carers. Click here to start reading. en-GB Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:32:00 +0100 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:51:31 +0100 https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/creating-a-sensory-friendly-business-environment-5-strategies-for-inclusivity Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:32:00 +0100 In this blog post, we'll explore five practical strategies to make your business more sensory accessible, promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/transforming-communities-the-impact-of-inclusive-employment-partnerships Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:41:00 +0000 Transforming Communities: The Impact of Inclusive Employment Partnerships https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/autism-acceptance-week Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:44:00 +0000 5 ways to foster autism acceptance in celebration of Autism Acceptance Week. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/preparing-for-more-independent-living Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:11:00 +0000 Helpful hints and tips for parents and carers on how to prepare a loved one (and yourself!) for living more independently https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/smashing-the-boundaries-of-autism Tue, 03 Jan 2023 11:52:00 +0000 A blog that shares lived experience and gives helpful hints on how to be brave and try new things to improve the lives of loved ones with autism. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/remember-remember-the-5th-of-november-asd-a-guide-for-coping Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:46:00 +0000 For some people with autism, the unexpected loud noise and flashes of fireworks can cause anxiety and stress, we share some steps you can take to help them cope. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/the-positive-power-of-animals Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:08:00 +0100 In celebration of World Animal Day (4 October) we take closer look at why being around them is so beneficial for customers in our Older People Day Services https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/the-cost-of-living-crisis-and-the-care-workforce Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:40:00 +0100 With the cost of living rising to the highest levels that we have seen in 30 years, care staff are at the hard edge of this crisis. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/autism-and-the-reality-of-inclusion Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:12:00 +0100 Most of us in the developed world have the luxury of being able to go anywhere in the community. For those living with autism, it can be far more challenging. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/a-guide-to-surviving-christmas-with-autism Sun, 19 Dec 2021 17:11:00 +0000 Christmas can be a difficult time if you have a loved one with autism, this blog contains top tips on how to survive the festive season. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/support-for-unpaid-carers Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:24:00 +0000 The impact that providing unpaid care can have on a carer’s life, raising awareness of carer’s rights, and sharing ideas that can make a carer’s life that little bit easier. https://www.ecl.org/about/latest-news/blog/national-eye-health-week Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:27:00 +0100 Highlighting the importance of regular sight and eye health checks for individuals with learning disabilities and explores the barriers and difficulties faced by many.