Transforming Lives Through Real Life Training Program
Embracing a comprehensive change management strategy, the Real Life Training program aims to empower school leavers by providing personalized support teams, fostering community-based integration, and challenging traditional service models. Key learnings emphasize inclusive stakeholder engagement, strong leadership, and shifting mindsets towards equality for individuals with disabilities. This replicable program showcases the value of self-development, natural supports, and the PEER model in promoting independence and societal contributions.
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Real Life Training WALK New Directions Learning Event, Tullamore Court Hotel, May 18th2016.
Why Change Traditional Day Services Model Review through New Directions Service User consultation POMs Data
Real Life Training 4 Year Transition programme aimed at school leavers Each RLT Student has a support Team including Community Connector, psychology project worker, Job coach Sustainable natural support circle developed to include friends, co- workers, family, PEERs, community members etc 100% Community based Focuses on Personal Development, Employment, Education
Challenges along the journey Independent Travel Changing Culture and values Raising Expectations Mainstreaming Appropriate Support Accessing further education and training Changing staff roles
Stepping Stones towards Change Comprehensive Change Management Strategy Changing Staff roles Upskilling staff Developing Strategic Partnerships Developing PEER Model
Staff Roles POD system Community Connector Psychology Project worker Job Coach PEERs
What has been learnt? The importance of a change management process that is inclusive of all stakeholders The importance of strong leadership to lead the change The importance of communicating the vision and developing a willing coalition across all stakeholders Having staff with the right values and who believe that people with disabilities are equal citizens Changing a mind set where staff feel people with disabilities need to be minded and protected is not always possible Expectations I never believed my son/daughter would work/go to college/travel independently etc Self development combined with real and meaningful engagement builds confidence There is no compromise students on the real life programme never come into any of our services People with disabilities are equal citizens who make valuable and worthwhile contributions to society This programme can be replicated throughout Ireland Supporting people through people PEER model, natural supports, etc
