But while some of us experience a disability that is visible, many have a non-visible condition or experience a combination of both visible and non-visible conditions.īy choosing to wear the Sunflower as a lanyard, badge, ribbon, card or wristband, people with non-visible disabilities can discreetly let people around them know they have a non-visible disability and that they may need a helping hand, understanding, or simply more time.įor further information, visit the Hidden Disabilities website. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower for your vehicle discreetly indicates that you may need additional support if you break down or need assistance on a motorway. Since its launch in 2016, businesses from every sector have been joining the global. Examples include autism, diabetes, chronic pain, and.

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Invisible disabilities, also known as hidden disabilities, are not immediately apparent but can significantly impact normal activities of daily living. They are typically chronic illnesses and conditions that significantly impair normal activities of daily living. Here you will find a welcoming and diverse group of people who have joined together in support. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is here every day of the year to support people living with non-visible disabilities in their communities by raising awareness, training businesses and sharing stories to help create a more inclusive, understanding society. More than two thirds (67) of employees with invisible disabilities say they have to source support and reasonable adjustments at work alone. Globally 1 in 7 people live with disability. Welcome to our support group Invisible Disabilities UK. Wearing the Sunflower lanyard enables individuals to discreetly indicate that they have an invisible disability and may need additional assistance, kindness, or simply a little more time. The aim of the Sunflower scheme is to support people. The Sunflower Scheme exists to support those with non-visible disabilities such as autism, chronic pain, dementia, sight or hearing loss. An estimated 1 in 5 people in the UK have a disability, with 80 of them having a hidden disability. Read our press release to find out why we’ve joined the Sunflower Scheme The scheme is available to support staff, patients and visitors working in or attending the Golden Jubilee at the Golden Jubilee University National Hospital and our Eye Centre, Research Institute and Conference Hotel as well as in the NHS Scotland Academy and the national Centre for Sustainable Delivery. NHS Golden Jubilee has joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2022. There are 14 million disabled people in the UK and it’s estimated that 80 of them suffer from invisible disabilities, according to James Taylor, of campaigning charity Scope.

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