Makaton
If you live in Thornbury then hopefully you've heard about Thornbury Welcomes. This group seeks to enhance the welcome that is offered not only to new residents, but also to people with additional needs who otherwise can struggle with accessibility.
If you follow us on social media then you will see that we are joining in with The Makaton Charity's sign of the week. This is a great way to learn some signs without it feeling overwhelming.
Since we became an officially recognised Makaton Friendly Business we have heard numerous stories from customers about how they use Makaton in their own lives. It is far more widely used than many realise!
I would really encourage you to join in with us and to learn some Makaton. Even just being able to say "Hello, how are you?" to someone can make a huge difference to them feeling heard and like they have a place in Thornbury. If you are involved in a local business or any type why not encourage them to also become Makaton Friendly.