Spending Time With Friends And Family
Join a local learning disability friendship group or network.
Type of activity: Taking action
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support
Skills and knowledge: Digital, Networking, Planning, Social
Additional resources you might need: Contacts and referrals, Phone, Web access
Resource sheets
Information Sheet: Friendship groups and networks (57)
Keep in touch with friends by phoning, texting and using social media.
Type of activity: Supporting each other
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support, Group
Skills and knowledge: Communication, Digital, Networking, Social
Additional resources you might need: Mobile phone, Social media
Review the time you spend with your friends and family and plan new leisure activities.
Type of activity: Planning and reviewing
Who the activity is for: Individual, Individual with support
Suggested duration: 15-30 minutes
Skills and knowledge: Planning, Self-assessment
Additional resources you might need: Diary, Pen and paper
Resource sheets
Template: My Week (T2)
Campaign for the setting up and funding of disability friendship groups and networks in your local area.
Type of activity: Organising and campaigning
Who the activity is for: Organisation, Community
Skills and knowledge: Campaigning, Collaboration, Communication, Problem solving
Additional resources you might need: Community resources, Organisational resources
Resource sheets
Guide to campaigning (G1)
