Makaton is the UK's leading programme for adults and children with learning or communication difficulties.

It is a language programme that combine signs, symbols and speech to give different options for people to communicate.

Using signs can help people who do not user speech. Symbols can help people who have limited speech, or who cannot or prefer not to sign.

Makaton transforms the lives of people with communication difficulties, by giving them a way to express themselves independently. Being able to communicate eases frustration and gives people confidence and independence while they develop communication and language skills.

This workshop has been designed to equip participants with the skills to utilise Makaton effectively to check on general wellbeing and put Makaton Users at ease talking about their mental health, feelings and wishes. 

The quality innovation team have collaborated with Makaton who will, in one 3 hour session, provide you with the knowledge and resources you need to kick start your Makaton communication journey.

Please note, this is a one time only opportunity and will not be available once these sessions are fully booked so please secure your space as soon as possible using the attached booking form via quality.innovation@essex.gov.uk