Learning Disabilities (Mild) - Building Social Skills and Relationships

Learning Disabilities - Building Social Skills and Relationships General Awareness

Presentation (with interactive case studies and questions included), Handout and End of Session Assessment, Trainer Aide Answer Key.

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Aims and Objectives:

Overall Aim: To help Key Workers and support staff support people with mild learning disabilities to build positive social skills and relationships.

Learning Objectives:

To understand how mild learning disabilities can affect communication and relationships.

To learn ways to support the development of social skills in everyday settings.

To gain confidence in helping people build and maintain friendships and positive connections.

Presentation (31 Slides)

Aims and Objectives
Welcome and Introduction
Why This Topic Matters
What is a Mild Learning Disability?
How It Can Affect Communication, Behaviour and Social Interaction
Social Skills
Importance of Social Skills for Wellbeing
Common Challenges in Building Relationships
Examples from Real-Life Situations
Supporting Social Skill Development
Practical Tips for Promoting Communication and Confidence
Using Role Play and Modelling
Supporting Friendships, Dating and Family Relationships
Encouraging Safe and Healthy Connections
Signposting to Groups and Community Activities
Safeguarding and Boundaries Understanding Consent and Personal Space
Safeguarding and Boundaries Helping Individuals Recognise Unhealthy Relationships
Tools and Resources
Where to Find Further Support
Case Studies and Discussion -Jordan
Case Studies and Discussion -Priya
Case Studies and Discussion -Ben
Case Studies –Suggested Support Approaches (Jordan)
Case Studies –Suggested Support Approaches (Priva)
Case Studies –Suggested Support Approaches (Ben)
Group Discussion and Reflection Prompts
Review of Learning Objectives
Next Steps and Follow-Up Resources
Key Sources and Further Reading

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Handout
Case Studies
End of Session Assessment
Trainer Aide Answer Key

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