Join the inclusion revolution
SENDaWelcome
We are a Community Interest Company led by people who have lived experience of learning disability. Our vision is to make our local community a great place for inclusive living.​
We are on a mission to empower and equip our local community to enable change that achieves meaningful inclusion for people with learning disabilities.
Our work is informed and led by our Action Group. The group has lived experience of learning disability. Together we take positive action to improve our local area.
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Check out our Easy Read Guides
What we want to achieve
SENDaWelcome aims to move the world away from the medical model of disability, towards the social model of disability.
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The Medical
model of disability
Disability is a 'problem'. It is caused by physical, mental or sensory impairment. Disability is a condition that the mesical profession tries to 'cure'.
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Disability is the reason individuals can't access services and goods to participate fully in society. This view has informed legislation and social attitudes to disability.
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The medical model emphasises dependency, passivity and the disabled person being a victim of their 'unfortunate' situation.
Disability is a social construct. People are disabled by barriers in society rather than their impairment or difference.
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Social attitudes create barriers to inclusion. These include inaccessible environments, prejudice and stereotyping.
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Barriers makelife harder for disabled people. By removing these barriers we create equality and offer disabled people more independence, choice and control.
The Social
model of disability
Our latest news and events
Sensory Garden Workshops
Come and volunteer
at our sensory garden workshops!
Come and explore a world of vibrant colours, delightful
scents, and soothing sounds designed to engage your
senses and connect with nature.
All abilities welcome.
Dates in April 2026. We can't wait to see you!
Join us for a relaxed, in-person retreat to recharge and explore parenting in an ableist society. We will bring together psychological practices and lived experiences to focus on acceptance and self-compassion in a welcoming environment.
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Come as you are and leave feeling rejuvenated.
Dates in March and May 2026
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More info and book your space here
What's Going On
As well as our exciting events, we have a number of regular activities for you to get involved in. Find more information on our What's Going On page or check out these quick links to Easy Read documents
