A Welcoming Church For All

• Speak directly to the person - don’t use a go-between.

• Offer to help, but don’t be offended by refusal, and don’t help without asking.

• Some people with hidden disabilities may need assistance.

• Use positive terms e.g. ‘disabled people’ not ‘the disabled’.

• Ensure people know where the toilets are and don’t have to ask.

• Give eye contact, whether or not returned, but don’t stare.

• Be patient – some people take longer to respond than others.

• Enable disabled people to sit where and with whom they wish.

• Give help discreetly. Don’t make the person feel conspicuous.

• Introduce yourself clearly by name when meeting someone new.

• Talk to your DAC (Diocesan Advisory Committee) about changes you want to make to the building

• Only pray for healing if you are asked - some people don't want that kind of prayer