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Generally speaking, at most workplaces there are people who are naturally inclined to provide extra support to persons with disabilities when needed.
These "natural supports" can be staff members or supervisors who provide training and assistance and promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities at the work site. Natural supports are usually involved in the training process and offer assistance when required as mentors and positive role models.
Personality Traits of a Natural Support
Typically, natural supports are patient and understanding, with strong teaching abilities and a high degree of empathy. Natural supports also provide constructive feedback and guidance during initial training.
Finding a Natural Support
Triumph professionals help identify and develop natural supports among your co-workers in the workplace.
It is usually quite easy to identify a natural support during the initial training period. Once a support is established, it is important for your Vocational Coach to "fade out" from the training process as your comfort with your natural support increases, becoming involved only when necessary. This helps you become part of the work culture.
Triumph's accommodation assistance is based on your needs and may include assistive technologies, adaptive furnishings, customized software, modifications based on learning style, use of a sit/stand stool, or other inexpensive ways to help you reach your goals. Triumph staff will consult the appropriate agencies for devices or adjustments. Government funding may also be available. Read more about disability accommodations.
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