About Champions | Autism Friendly Blar

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!

Champions commit to learning about how they can better meet the needs of customers/members who are Autistic and put in place small accommodations which will make life better for the town’s Autism community.

3 Easy Steps over 3 Years

Training for Staff

A number of staff to 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 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.

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

Online Registration

Please click the button below to find out more about the criteria and fill out our online Champion registration form.

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AsIAmChampion Training

Please click the button below to complete the AsIAm online training for Champions

The link allows you to sign up, you will then receive an email from eTownz academy for the training. There are 13 chapters, and it takes approximately 50 minutes to complete. If you have any issues with the link or portal please let me know. A certificate will generate after the completion of the training for your business and our committee will be informed so that you can be listed on our website and advertised on our social media pages.

Address

Blarney, Cork, Ireland

Email

autismfriendlyblarney@gmail.com