We have recently launched the latest version of the Healthy Relationship Resource for disabled teens and adults.  The resource provides practical tools to build resiliency and prevent bullying, violence and abuse, is suitable for the classroom, groups or individuals.  It was developed over 6 years, in collaboration with users with disabilities.

Several recent independent evaluations found that the programme was of high quality, effective, easy to follow, and enjoyable for students! These studies found that:

- educators and parents liked the easy application

- consistent behaviour change was achieved

- a real need is met

- it worked for people with autism

- it is appropriate to New Zealand and Pacific cultures

The entire interactive resource is available, at no cost on our website www.kidpower.org.nz/healthyrelationships

We have 100 free hard copies to give away to NZ-based schools, groups or individuals, who are interested in giving us feedback within 6-weeks of receiving the resource.

Please spread the word! 

The 2015 Us in a Bus Conference will provide the opportunity to listen to key researchers and practitioners and discuss the issue of what ‘well-being’ really means for people who are often socially isolated.  This includes children and adults with autism, learning disabilities or late stage dementia.

The Conference is aimed at all those who support people who find communication challenging.  We will explore the impact that meaningful connections have on self-confidence, self-esteem, mental health and emotional well-being.  We are delighted to have secured Graham Firth as our keynote speaker who will speak on the topic of “Creating genuine Social Inclusion – keep calm and use Intensive Interaction”. Go to  www.usinabus.org.uk for more details of the masterclass options and presenters.

The cost of the Conference is £95.

There are 10 bursary places available, and potential eligibility can be discussed on application.

Places are limited, so to book please go to www.usinabus.eventbrite.co.uk  

For 25 years Us in a Bus has specialised in developing and delivering innovative and unique services for people who are ‘difficult to reach’.  The aim of our work is to create opportunities for people to fully express themselves.  The therapeutic impact of this can be seen in people’s increased confidence and willingness to engage with others.

North Block, Redhill Aerodrome Kings Mill Lane Redhill Surrey RH1 5JY

Tel: 01737 764774

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Web: www.usinabus.org.uk

This is a six-month mentored course (with 3 tutored study days) to develop good Intensive Interaction practices using a combination of tutoring methods, including: video evaluation, expert presentations, facilitated discussions and other structured learning activities.

Course Aims:

All of the course processes and materials are designed to fulfil the following simple aims, so that by the end of the course, the trainee:

- will be able to fully understand the principles of Intensive Interaction

- will be a good practitioner in the techniques of doing Intensive Interaction

- will be able to usefully reflect on their own and others’ Intensive Interaction practices

- will be able to effectively recognise and record progress with Intensive Interaction.

Visit: http://www.intensiveinteraction.co.uk/courses-events/good-practice-course/