Supported Employment at No Limits

11/12/2024

Lovely day to work from home! Shame about the enduring headache and cold symptoms, but this makes it manageable ☺️

30/10/2024

Despite any ‘personal’ or ‘owner of small business’ implications from today’s budget, it did lead to some positive moves for the work we do. Progress is being made in the field.

There will be funding to provide support into employment for adults with disabilities, utilising the national BASE model we already advocate, ascribe to ourselves and have been successfully implementing.

There will be:
* A new voluntary employment scheme for disabled people and those with health conditions called Universal Support in England and Wales. The government will spend up to £4,000 per person to find them a suitable role and cater to their needs, supporting 50,000 places per year once fully rolled out.
* A new ‘Returnerships’ apprenticeship targeted at the over 50s which will refine existing skills programmes to make them more accessible to older workers, giving them the skills and support they need to find a recognisable path back into work.
* Investment of up to £3 million to pilot an expansion of the Supported Internship model to include those children and young people without education, health, and care plans (EHCPs). 👏

15/10/2024

https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/430/public-services-committee/news/203264/aspiration-and-specialist-support-are-key-to-young-disabled-people-thriving-in-the-workplace/

Published today…..progress is being made

The Public Services Committee publishes its report ‘Think Work First: the transition from education to work for young disabled people'

15/10/2024

I have laughed and cried watching this documentary and I urge you all to watch. Every single parent and carer of a young person with disabilities will know this struggle and fear of the ‘cliff edge’ when education ceases and a transition to adult services and ‘life’ looms. For those without disabilities this is often a hugely exciting time of life with endless options

I would like to say as a parent and professional advocating for Supported Employment Pathways and a clear transition pathway from education to adult working life, that this story is not unusual and for many, the struggle and barriers are even greater.

Young adults with disabilities or long-term health conditions who want to work and contribute to society should be enabled to do so. Placements and living facilities are hard to find because the ‘medical model’ of disability remains in much of today’s society. Currently, we should all be ascribing to the ‘social model’ i.e. people are disabled by the barriers in society not their needs. We need to take much larger and timely steps towards breaking down these barriers.

We don’t just want need the equality, of everyone being offered the same, we need equity – give people what they need to achieve, succeed and fulfil their aspirations to live their life, contribute and feel valued and belonging.

I am hopeful that the new programmes being discussed and rolled out will enable a consistent and quality service provision for transition in the years to come. It is certainly what we are fighting for here at No Limits, through the Café and our Supported Employment outreach service. Working with other organisations and engaging with authorities across Devon, progress is being made and we are hopeful change for good is on its way! We will keep fighting for those in Devon who need this help!

Elliot has cerebral palsy and just wants to contribute to society. He wants to live with friends and get a job that pays. But is the system set up to make sure Elliot's dreams can be realised?

11/09/2024

Another great visit to Exeter City Community Trust today to support and advise on Acces To Work.

06/09/2024

Calling MID DEVON! Do you need help finding and accessing paid work? Sarah our Supported Employment at No Limits lead will be in next Thursday 12th to meet you! No appointment needed please just DROP IN!

Calling MID DEVON! Do you need help finding and accessing paid work? Sarah, our Supported Employment at No Limits lead, will be in next Thursday 12th to meet you! No appointment needed please just DROP IN!

21/06/2024

We are Crowdfunding! Funding will be matched by Aviva which helps your pledges go even further.

An inclusive cafe, where people with different abilities gain new skills & are supported in their transition to work and more independence.

16/05/2024

Huge congratulations to Zach who was nominated in the South Devon College awards.
Zach was one of 3 nominated in the Business & Management category, receiving a certificate, being highly commended for his work and effort throughout the apprenticeship, including a full set of distinctions in his final assessments.
Zach began his journey with No Linits way back in 2020, we then worked with South Devon Railway to help Zach access a Supported Apprenticeship with them! He is now a fully fledged employed member of the SDR team, living his dream job on the railway every day.
Well done Zach. 🧡🚂

08/05/2024

A fantastic day of DISABILITY AWARENESS training delivered to Occombe Farm staff last week by Sarah from Supported Employment at No Limits.
They were so enthusiastic, informed and accepting! We felt very welcome and had great fun, whilst at the same time raising awareness of pathways for adults with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
Looking forward to working with you more and supporting you on your journey. Thank you for welcoming us (the tractor ride 🚜..) and being such great hosts!

29/02/2024

Did you know that we are a within our area?
A great opportunity today to spread the word and about and the rewards a diverse workforce brings!

15/02/2024

No Limits’ Lead, Sarah , will be presenting at this Devon County Council event for parents and carers to learn about Supported Employment opportunities👇Sarah will be talking about the benefits on an employer and employee level that a diverse workforce can bring!

Hear about:
- Supported employment options after education
- If employment will affect your benefits
- The 'Raising Aspirations of Employment' school project
- Talk to local providers including;

📍The Courtenay Centre, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2QA
📆Thursday 29th February
⏰10am - 2pm
🚨Register to attend by 22nd February. To book visit: https://ow.ly/rIQQ50QzFv1

For more info email: shelley.foot@devon.gov.uk

07/02/2024

Director and lead, Sarah this week presented to Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce during their event. Sarah highlighted the benefits of Supported Employment, a diverse work force and how she can support local businesses on their journey to become