Disability- Friendly Churches
How to become a disability-friendly church
Order the Training Manual for Your Church’s Coordinator
Identify who will lead or coordinate disability support at your church. This leader will need to read and become familiar with the We Are ABLE: Training Manual.
Schedule Training with Your District’s ABLE Director
Speak with your district or regional ABLE director about church training. Your ABLE director will work with you to schedule a training session for leaders, team members, and anyone else who may have a role in supporting individuals with disabilities in your church.
Let Your Community Know You Are a “Disability-Friendly Church”
This designation comes with a logo that your church can use in promotions and marketing to let prospective attendees know you are ready to support individuals with disabilities.
Update Your Church’s Training Every Two Years
Having group training with your ABLE director regularly keeps your church up to date on the latest developments in disability support and enables new staff, team members, and groups to receive training.
ABLE Support
-
Based on the We Are ABLE: The Training Manual, this training provides the resources and tools necessary to create a culture of inclusion for individuals and families impacted by disability.
-
Not sure how to support families affected by disability in your church? Flexible, expert advice when you need it.
-
Training for your children’s ministry staff to learn about common accommodations and how to provide inclusive support. The vast majority of the time, you don’t need a separate classroom!
-
Start off on the right foot as you welcome families and individuals affected by disability.
-
An introductory course or a deep dive regarding disabilities that are specific to your congregation.
-
What are sensory challenges? Do you need a sensory room or sensory headphones? Learn how to make lessons more inclusive for learners of all ages and stages.
In addition to the all-church training, there are many things your local district ABLE director or regional director can provide.