Disability and Rehabilitation Association of Ghana

14/08/2023

05/08/2023

📺🌟 𝐔𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭! 🌟📺

🌐 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜: 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦 🧩

Dear viewers,

Get ready for an enlightening and empowering episode of 𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚 𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐨 - 𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐎 𝐌𝐔 𝐍𝐒𝐄𝐌 on 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐀𝐓𝐕) as we delve into the fascinating world of "Understanding Autism." 🤝🧠

🗓️ 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Monday, August 14, 2023
⏰ 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 6:30 am to 10:00 am

Hosted by the remarkable 𝐀𝐤𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐚 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝, this segment will feature two exceptional guests who have dedicated their lives to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with autism:

🌟 𝐌𝐫. 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐢 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐡: Founder and CEO of the Disability and Rehabilitation Association of Ghana. With a wealth of experience, Mr. Larbi Andah will share invaluable insights into autism, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of those living with the condition.

🌟 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐬: Community-Based Rehabilitation Officer, whose compassion and expertise have been instrumental in supporting individuals with autism and their families.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭-𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲.

Invite your friends, family, and colleagues to join us as we come together to foster a more accepting and supportive community for individuals with autism.

📢 Mark your calendars and set your alarms! Don't miss this special episode on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡, 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟔:𝟑𝟎 𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟎:𝟎𝟎 𝐚𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐓𝐕.

Let's spread awareness, empathy, and knowledge about autism—because together, we can make a difference! 🤗💙

#𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦 #𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐨 #𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐄𝐌 #𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 #𝐀𝐓𝐕 #𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 #𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 #𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 #𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

05/08/2023

🌟𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬! 🌟

Dear participants,

As the 2nd Edition Seminar on "Nurturing Minds and Hearts: Strategies for Supporting Students with Emotional Disorder" has come to a close, we are filled with immense gratitude for your active participation and valuable contributions throughout the event. Your presence made this seminar a resounding success, and we can't thank you enough for your dedication and enthusiasm.

𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫, 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝.

The exchange of ideas, the thought-provoking discussions, and the genuine connections formed during the seminar have undoubtedly left a lasting impact on all of us. Together, we have taken important steps towards creating a more empathetic and inclusive educational environment that addresses the emotional needs of our students.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our esteemed speaker for sharing his expertise and guiding us through this meaningful journey. His wisdom and knowledge have enriched the seminar and provided us with valuable tools to implement in our respective roles.

We firmly believe that the knowledge gained during this seminar will translate into practical and positive changes in our classrooms and communities. By nurturing the minds and hearts of our students, we are shaping a brighter future for the next generation.

Once again, thank you for your active involvement and dedication to the cause. Your continued support will be instrumental in making a lasting difference in the lives of the students we serve.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝.

With heartfelt thanks,
Office of DARAGH!

20/07/2023

🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

We are absolutely thrilled by the incredible turnout at our "Health Walk" on campus! 🌞🏞️ It was heartwarming to see so many of you come together to prioritize health and well-being. Your enthusiasm and support made this event truly memorable.

A big THANK YOU to each and every participant who took the time to join us this morning. Your presence and positive energy made the walk a resounding success. Together, we took strides towards fostering a healthier and happier campus community. 🌟

The benefits of walking extend far beyond just physical health - it's also an opportunity to connect with others, enjoy the beauty of our campus, and clear our minds amidst busy schedules. Today, we experienced all that and more, thanks to your wonderful company!

We'd also like to extend our gratitude to the volunteers and organizers who worked tirelessly to ensure everything ran smoothly. Your dedication and hard work played a significant role in making this event a reality.

Let's keep the momentum going! Continue to prioritize your well-being and encourage each other to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Together, we can create a campus environment where everyone feels supported and inspired to lead their best lives.

Stay tuned for more exciting events and initiatives aimed at enhancing our overall well-being. Feel free to share your photos. 📸🤗

Thank you once again for making the "Health Walk" a huge success. We can't wait to see you at our next event!

With gratitude and warm regards,

20/07/2023

📣 Exciting News! 🎉 Join us for a 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝟐 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 on "𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬." 🧠💖

🗓 Date: 5th August 2023
⏰ Time: 9 am to 11 am
🏫 Venue: U.E.W (To be communicated)

This seminar aims to equip University Students - UEW with effective tools and approaches to help manage themselves and other students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Learn from experienced experts, engage in insightful discussions, and discover practical techniques to create a positive and supportive environment for these wonderful young minds.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of these exceptional students. Together, we can build a more compassionate and understanding community! 🤝💙

Limited seats available! Register now! or contact us at +𝟐𝟑𝟑𝟓𝟓 𝟕𝟓𝟐𝟎𝟖𝟖𝟕 𝐨𝐫 +𝟐𝟑𝟑𝟐𝟒𝟕𝟎𝟗𝟎𝟐𝟗𝟖.
Feel free to share this post with anyone who might benefit from this enlightening event. See you there! 🌟

20/07/2023

📣 A Heartfelt Thank You to All Participants! 🙌

🎉 Dear Friends and Educators, 🎓

I am overwhelmed with gratitude as I extend my heartfelt thanks to each one of you who participated in our "Managing Students with Behavior Disorders in School" seminar. 🏫 Your presence and active engagement made this event an enormous success! 🌟

🤝 It was truly inspiring to witness a diverse group of dedicated educators, counselors, and parents coming together to discuss effective strategies and best practices in handling behavior disorders in our educational institutions. 📚 Your passion and commitment to providing the best learning environment for all students truly shines through!

💡 Throughout the seminar, we delved into various techniques and methodologies that can help students with behavior disorders thrive academically and socially. The exchange of ideas, experiences, and insights was truly enriching, and I am sure we all walked away with a deeper understanding of how to support these wonderful individuals on their learning journey. 💪

🙏 I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the guest speaker and experts who shared their invaluable knowledge and experiences with us. Your expertise played a significant role in making this seminar an eye-opening and thought-provoking experience for everyone involved. 🎤

🌟 Together, we are making a positive impact on the lives of these exceptional students, and I am confident that our efforts will create a brighter future for them. Let's continue to work hand in hand, supporting and empowering every student to reach their full potential. 🌈

📌 If you missed any part of the seminar or would like to revisit the valuable content shared, we will be sharing the recordings and presentation materials shortly. Stay tuned! 🎥

Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a part of this important event. 🙏 Your dedication to improving the lives of our students is truly commendable, and I am grateful to have each of you in our community. Let's keep the momentum going! 💪

With warm regards,
Bernard Alexander
Project Manager -UEW Chapter

29/05/2023

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐔𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐌
Parents can play a crucial role in assisting their children with autism in managing sensory issues. Sensory issues are a common characteristic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and they can significantly impact a child's daily functioning and well-being. Here are some professional recommendations with examples on 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀:
1. 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲: Gain a deep understanding of your child's sensory sensitivities and preferences. Observe and document their reactions to different sensory stimuli, such as sound, light, touch, taste, and smell. Recognize the specific triggers that cause distress or overload for your child.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: If you notice that your child becomes overwhelmed by loud noises, create a quiet space in your home where they can retreat to when they need a break from auditory stimulation.

2. 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆-𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Make modifications to your child's environment to reduce sensory triggers and create a more predictable and soothing atmosphere. This can involve adjusting lighting, minimizing clutter, and providing comfort items like weighted blankets or fidget toys.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: If your child is sensitive to bright lights, use dimmer switches or soft lighting in their bedroom or living areas. Consider using blinds or curtains to control natural light during the day.

3. 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: Develop consistent routines that incorporate sensory activities to help your child regulate their sensory input. Consistency and predictability can provide a sense of security and assist in managing sensory sensitivities.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Before transitioning to a stimulating activity, incorporate calming sensory strategies like deep pressure activities, brushing techniques, or joint compressions to help your child regulate their sensory system.

4. 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Help your child gradually become more comfortable with sensory experiences that trigger anxiety or discomfort. Use a systematic approach, gradually introducing the sensory stimulus in a controlled and supportive manner.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: If your child is sensitive to certain textures, start by exposing them to small amounts of the texture and gradually increase exposure over time. Begin with touching or holding the texture for short periods, and slowly progress to more extended interactions.

5. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Teach your child effective communication strategies to express their sensory needs and preferences. Encourage them to advocate for themselves, providing them with tools to communicate their sensory experiences to others.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Teach your child to use simple language, visuals, or assistive devices to express when they are feeling overwhelmed by sensory input or when they need a break.

6. 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: Collaborate with professionals experienced in sensory integration therapy or occupational therapy. These experts can provide targeted strategies and interventions to address your child's sensory needs effectively.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Consult with an occupational therapist who specializes in sensory integration to develop an individualized sensory diet plan for your child. They can provide specific sensory activities and techniques to implement at home.

Remember, each child with autism is unique, so it's essential to 𝒐𝒃𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒅'𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒅𝒖𝒂𝒍 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒇𝒊𝒍𝒆. By implementing these strategies and working closely with professionals, parents can assist their children with autism in navigating sensory challenges, fostering their overall well-being and development.

25/05/2023

Teachers and Parents do complain of how their children repeatedly bite their peers in school and at home and how that has become a habit. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻:

1. 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: Biting is often a response to a specific situation, such as frustration, anger, hunger, or fatigue. Identify the cause and try to remove or minimize it if possible. 𝑭𝒐𝒓 𝒆𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆, if the child is biting out of frustration during playtime, consider simplifying the toys or activities.

2. 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿𝘀: Show the child other ways to express their feelings. 𝑭𝒐𝒓 𝒆𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆, instead of biting when frustrated, they can ask for help or take a break.

3. 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: Praise the child whenever they exhibit positive behavior. This can be as simple as saying "thank you for using your words" when they ask for something instead of biting.

4. 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀: If the child continues to bite despite your attempts to modify their behavior, use natural consequences to enforce the message that biting is not acceptable. 𝑭𝒐𝒓 𝒆𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆, if the child bites a peer, they may need to spend a few minutes away from the play area.

5. 𝗕𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Consistency is key when it comes to modifying behavior. Enforce the same rules and consequences every time the child bites.

6. 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺-𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴: Depending on the age of the child, involve them in coming up with solutions to their biting behavior. Ask them questions like "what can we do instead of biting?" and help them brainstorm age-appropriate alternatives.

7. 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆: Remember that biting is often a sign of a child's emotional struggle. Show empathy and offer comfort when needed.

8. 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽: If biting behavior persists despite your efforts to modify it, or if the child is causing harm to themselves or others, seek the help of or a pediatrician or behavioral specialist. They can offer additional strategies and personalized guidance for modifying the behavior.

24/05/2023

𝐖𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐬𝐲𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞
Supporting children with Down syndrome in the classroom requires a combination of understanding their unique needs, providing appropriate accommodations, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Here are some practical ways to support children with Down syndrome in the classroom, along with examples:

1. 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝗜𝗘𝗣): Work with the student's parents, special education team, and any relevant professionals to develop an IEP tailored to their specific needs. The IEP should outline goals, accommodations, and modifications.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: If a child with Down syndrome struggles with fine motor skills, their IEP might include accommodations such as providing larger pencils or adaptive writing tools to aid in writing tasks.

2. 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀: Utilize visual aids, schedules, and cues to enhance comprehension and organization. Visuals can help children with Down syndrome understand concepts, follow routines, and stay on task.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Use visual timetables or schedules with pictures or icons to help the child understand the daily routine and anticipate transitions between activities.

3. 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Break down instructions into smaller, manageable steps. Use clear and concise language and reinforce verbal instructions with visual cues or demonstrations.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Instead of saying, "Please clean your desk," provide step-by-step instructions such as "Put away your books in the bag, throw away any trash, and wipe the desk with a cloth."

4. 𝗣𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Encourage peer interaction and positive relationships. Pair the child with Down syndrome with supportive classmates who can act as buddies or mentors.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Assign a peer buddy to assist the child during group activities, partner work, or recess to provide guidance, support, and social inclusion.

5. 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Modify assignments and tasks to match the child's abilities and learning style. Provide additional resources, adapt materials, or offer alternative assessment methods as needed.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: For a child with Down syndrome who has difficulty with reading comprehension, provide audio recordings or simplified texts to help them access the content.

6. 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Engage multiple senses during lessons to enhance learning and retention. Incorporate hands-on activities, visual aids, movement, and auditory cues.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Use manipulatives, like counting blocks, to help the child understand mathematical concepts such as addition or subtraction.

7. 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Provide specific and frequent praise for the child's efforts and achievements. Celebrate their progress and strengths to boost self-confidence and motivation.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Say, "Great job focusing on your task, John. I'm impressed with how neatly you completed the worksheet. Keep up the good work!"

8. 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆: Introduce assistive devices and software to support learning and independence. These tools can assist with communication, reading, writing, and organization.
𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆: Provide speech-to-text software or communication apps that allow the child to express their thoughts and ideas effectively.

Remember, each child with Down syndrome is unique, and their individual needs may vary. It's crucial to collaborate with parents, educators, and professionals to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that addresses their specific requirements.

17/05/2023

Dear DARAGH Members,
Welcome back to school! We hope you had a restful break and are ready for an exciting new academic year filled with growth and learning.
As members of the Disability and Rehabilitation Association of Ghana, your commitment to supporting and advocating for individuals with disabilities is truly commendable. Together, we can create an inclusive educational environment where every student has equal opportunities to thrive.
This year, let us continue our efforts to raise awareness, promote accessibility, and enhance the educational experiences of students with disabilities. By collaborating and sharing our knowledge and experiences, we can make a significant impact on the lives of those we serve.
We encourage you to actively participate in our upcoming events, workshops, and initiatives. Your involvement and expertise are invaluable in shaping the future of disability and rehabilitation in Ghana. Together, we can make a difference!
Remember, your dedication and passion inspire others and bring about positive change. We believe in your abilities and are confident that this academic year will be filled with remarkable achievements and milestones.
Once again, welcome back to school. Let us embark on this journey together, supporting one another, and creating a more inclusive and empowering educational landscape for all.
Wishing you a successful and fulfilling academic year!

Best regards,
Mr. Stephen Odei
President, UEW Chapter
[Disability and Rehabilitation Association of Ghana]
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15/05/2023

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02/05/2023

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