AUTISM FRIENDLY BLARNEY
What is a Champion?
In order to achieve our goal of Blarney being awarded the status of an Autism Friendly Town, we need local businesses and organisations to sign up to become Champions!
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Champions commit to learning how they can better meet the needs of autistic people and put in place small accommodations which will make life better for the town’s Autism community.
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Our current local Champions include:
Blarney Woollen Mills Hotel
Blarney Woollen Mills Shop
Christies Bar & Restaurant
The Mill Restaurant
The Castle Hotel
Supervalu
BFS Centra
Walsh's Allcare Pharmacy
Blarney Castle
The Yoga Space
Blarney GAA
EMF Lifting and Laughing
Club Ceoil
DAK Flooring
Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland
Blarney Wellness Centre
Blarney Library
Blarney Scouts
YAA Art Studio
Garda Siochana
Giddy Up Cutz
Blarney Credit Union
Tower Medical Centre
An Post
SBG
Muskerry Bar
Centra Village
Horgans
Osbournes Butchers
Foroige Whitechurch
The Harmony Hub
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3 Easy Steps
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Staff Training
A number of staff complete autism awareness training, provided by AsIAm. This number will depend on the size of the business/organisation.
2. Visual Supports
At least one visual support to be in place. This must include a visual guide. It can also include other visual communication options.
3. Sensory Accomodations
At least one sensory accommodation needs to be in place. These will depend on your type of business/organisation. Examples include sensory-friendly hours, sensory-friendly lighting, quiet areas, sensory packs, etc.
More information and guidance on all of the above will be provided, to make it as easy as possible!
Businesses must also be autism assistance dog friendly
AsIAmChampion Training
Please click the button below to complete the AsIAm online training for Champions
