March 18, 2022
Announcer: Self advocacy tips Kentucky SPIN. Here are seven tips to become a self advocate.
Tip 1 be kind treat others the way you want to be treated. Kindness and respect go a long way.
Tip 2 good hygiene body odor and dirt can be a huge distraction. We want the focus to be on what we are advocating for not the advocate. Tip 3 dress nice when dressed nicely we tend to be taken more seriousl...
Announcer: Self advocacy tips Kentucky SPIN. Here are seven tips to become a self advocate.
Tip 1 be kind treat others the way you want to be treated. Kindness and respect go a long way.
Tip 2 good hygiene body odor and dirt can be a huge distraction. We want the focus to be on what we are advocating for not the advocate. Tip 3 dress nice when dressed nicely we tend to be taken more seriously. Tip 4 ask for help don’t be afraid to ask for help asking for help is a great way to get past any problems or obstacles that may arise.
Tip 5 speak up let others know what your needs are. If they don’t know your needs they won’t know how to help. Know your rights and responsibilities. Tip 6 negotiation getting your needs met may take negotiating skills to reach an agreement. Learning and using negotiating skills is extremely important advocating for yourself and others
Tip 7 disclosure disclosure is not required but it is very helpful to be able to explain your disability either by speaking written words pictures or gestures
Find more about self-advocacy and other resources here at www.kyspin.com
