sunflower lanyard scheme for those with hidden disabilities NOT sure if aware but worth a share.

It will act as a discreet sign to staff that the wearer could require help or a little more time with things like finding their way around a centre or store and getting access to a quiet space or close-by toilet facilities, due to conditions such as autism, dementia or diabetes.

Demand for the initiative has soared since it was first introduced by Gatwick Airport, with more than 10,000 sunflower lanyards collected from there following its launch three years ago.

yourthurrock.com/2019/11/05...

[sassy59]

Seems like a really excellent idea JAS. Thank you for the information. Hope it’s rolled out nationwide. Xxx

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Hi sassy I had not heard about it until seen article THIS lot more places than when first started

[SquirrelsHolt]

Yep JAS, I've heard of it at but not seen it in any pace yet but then it's not as if I wander far from home really!😭😂😂💖

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Be you and me both really

[Hidden]

Thanks JAS. I think I may vaguely have heard of this scheme's introduction and it's certainly interesting. I suppose it's not for everyone. There are bound to be those people who would feel 'marked out', but for those who don't mind that and would welcome a bit of extra understanding and help, I think it's a brilliant idea. And it obviously needs a bit more promotion in the community generally, so fantastic that you've taken the time to share it with us.

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I guess it’s balance really IF you no someone is unwell or just drunk

Someone drunk I would just turn blind eye UNLESS out of it and needed ambulance Other I put tad more effort into helping and have done.

[Lynd]

I know someone with a young teenager with Autism and there time at the airport was made a lot easier with this.

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I guess it’s balance really what’s good for one might not be for others.

Have been quite few places and experienced being places with those with AUTISM and guess lot like my dad who as lost any inabitions CAN be stressful experience for everyone especially those not well them self

Clearly I don’t think this any answers quick fixes APART from pre plan to cut down on stress for all inc suffers