Who, what and why?
Having worked within the disability charity sector for over a decade, it became apparent that both adults and the families of children with disabilities or needs frequently asked for recommendations and suggestions as to support or services that would meet their particular needs. As a parent of a child with a number of diagnosis, I too am frequently asked for suggestions and advice based on my own experiences. Nearly everything ‘good’ in our lives and that of my child has come via recommendation from another who has similar conditions.
In my experience, if someone, something or somewhere makes the life of my child easier, I will use it time and time again. I will be cautious about trying other facilities etc in case they do not meet the needs of my child. So trusted recommendations based on the experinces of everyone else in our community really matter.
Needs Recommendation is an enterprise, created and managed by a mum who has frequently sought or shared recommendations from others who have needs, difficulties or disabilities within their family similar to her own.
Creating positive social change. Empowering our community to share experiences that have made a difference. Share what is right and what is good (we know whats not good and definitely know the bad). Inclusion is not just to tick a box or look good on the paper-work.
STOP THE SEARCHING
Easily sieve-out the services, individuals or venues that have made a difference to those with similar needs to yourself via a search of our client posted recommendations. Review the service if you agree they’ve been great. Recommend them further. Share new services or individuals here, and in turn learn from others as to whats best.
Scenarios & Suggestions
The single parent of a child with severe complex needs will only holiday at the same venue as they’re trusted to meet the needs of the child.
SO….
Recommend the holiday that has been a success and support others who are looking for the same thing.
Read and consider reviews by others with similar needs sharing their recommendation of a different holiday that met the needs
A deaf adult with additional diagnosis would like a Spa Day but doesn’t have the confidence that anyone will be able to meet their needs or be deaf aware.
SO….
Stop searching and simply review the recommended Spa’s or Beauty Therapists listed on this site as per the experience of other Deaf people. Make an informed choice based on the suggestions of others who have had a positive experience.
An autistic adult requires an eye test but develops anxiety about being examined closely by a stranger.
SO….
Look no further than the recommendations listed here based on the experiences of those with similar diagnosis.
We’ve learnt about Opticians who have further qualifications in Disabilities and SEN, whom clients return to again and again, and recommend, due to the improved appointment for the cleint involved.
High quality and no cost
Its free to share your recommendations and learn from others. Set up a Log-in and start sharing whats good.
A simple movement
Honest recommendations quickly support others. Stop searching and find local knowledge, or local information related to where you are travelling to.
Happy Customers
We are growing. Word of mouth in our community is now online. We are only concerned with creating a positive social change through good referrals. Please visit our FAQ’s for further inforation.
