Description
This valuable resource for people working with adults with learning disabilities provides over 60 sessions of fun and engaging activities that aim to entertain and stimulate the minds of people with learning disabilities.
The sessions are divided into different types of activity including cookery, arts and crafts, drama and dance, and outside events. A comprehensive collection of varied and enjoyable activities, this practical book also contains useful tips to ensure that sessions run smoothly. All the activities are tried and tested by experienced practitioners and include a key advising the level of help required, wheelchair user suitability and any related health and safety issues involved. Ideal for use in social clubs or residential homes, this is an essential resource for professionals and volunteers working with adults with learning disabilities.Author: Helen Sonnet, Ann Taylor
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published: 08/01/2009
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 9.08h x 6.27w x 0.43d
ISBN13: 9781843109754
ISBN10: 1843109751
BISAC Categories:
- Education | Special Education | Learning Disabilities
- Education | Adult & Continuing Education
About the Author
Helen Sonnet is a teacher and author with over 30 years' experience in education. Helen specialises in working with children with learning and behavioural difficulties and does voluntary work at a Gateway Club for adults and children with learning disabilities. She lives in Somerset. Ann Taylor trained as a teacher and has 30 years' experience of working with adults with learning disabilities. Ann has been a Gateway Club leader for 12 years. She also lives in Somerset.
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