Did You Know
Did you know?
An extensive range of state supports, for example, the FÁS Wage Subsidy Scheme and the Supported Employment Programme, are now available to employers who recognise the potential of people with disabilities. Simply click on the FÁS website for further information: http://www.fas.ie/disability/GrantSchemes.htm
Did you know?
There is a lot of useful information regarding disability and employment available from the Workway website www.workway.ie
What do you consider to be a disability?
When you ask someone what he or she considers to be a disability, the usual response is a physical or mental disability. The most common examples given are someone who uses a wheelchair or a visually impaired person. However there are a number of disabilities that are less obvious, some you may not even be aware of. Your co-worker could have a hidden disability and you might never know, and do you need to know? Having a disability need not impact on your work or social life. On some occasions a person with a disability may require an accommodation to perform as efficiently as possible, but this should always be considered on a case-by-case basis.
A disability may be:
- Hidden – e.g. Diabetes
- Intellectual – e.g. Down Syndrome
- Mental Health related – e.g. Depression
- Physical – e.g. Amputee
- Sensory – e.g. Hearing Impairment
Under the Employment Equality Act 1998-2004, Disability is defined as including: total or partial absence of bodily or mental functions, chronic disease or illness, whether manifest or not, learning and personality disorders.
Did you know?
Studies have repeatedly shown that people with disabilities are more than willing to go that extra mile, finding new ways around everyday situations. This determination to overcome obstacles and succeed by using one's initiative is precisely the attitude that employers value and seek in their workforce.
Advice
If you would like advice on disability equality, please contact The Aisling Foundation directly on +353 1 6340018 or info@theaislingfoundation.org.
