Able to Care

May 06 2024
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Join host Andy Baker (author, speaker and educator) for Able Training's care-focused podcast Able to Care. For paid and unpaid caregivers, teachers and parents to better understand themselves and those they support. With twice-weekly episodes covering understanding people, promoting self-care and resilience, signposting support and services, strategies to reduce stress and distress, promoting good practice and ensuring positive outcomes for all. Includes special guest experts, caregivers and those with lived experience.

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Overcoming Adversity: Sosa's Journey from Childhood Exploitation to Empowerment

May 06 2024 50 mins  
In this powerful episode of the Able to Care podcast, hosts Andy Baker and Nadine Sutton welcome Sosa Henkoma, a survivor and a beacon of resilience who shares his profound journey from the streets of Nigeria to the challenges he faced in the UK. A keynote speaker featured in The Guardian, Sosa dives deep into the cultural shocks, personal losses, and his battle against exploitatio

How to Create a Sensory Safe Space | Able to Care Podcast #22

May 02 2024 15 mins  
🎧 Join host Andy Baker on the Able to Care Podcast, sponsored by Able Training Support Ltd, as he explores the crucial topic of creating sensory safe spaces in care environments. Gain insights into the diverse challenges faced by individuals with sensory processing issues, trauma backgrounds, and mental health conditions. Discover practical strategies for designing calming envir

How can Parents and Teachers Work Better Together | Able to Care Podcast #21

Apr 29 2024 57 mins  
The Able to Care podcast, sponsored by Able Training Support Ltd, brings you another insightful episode. Host Andy Baker welcomes Tem, known for her podcast "Helping Teachers Thrive,". Tem’s shares her 15 years of teaching experience, specialising in secondary and special education. They discuss the symbiotic relationship between teachers and students, emphasising the importance

The controversy of the term deficits

Apr 25 2024 14 mins  
In this thought-provoking episode of "Able to Care," host Andy Baker delves into the controversial concept of "deficit behaviours." Andy explores the definition, implications, and community response to this term, especially within the context of his upcoming book "Targeting the Positive." This episode not only clarifies what deficit behaviours entail but also addresses the broader

A Family’s Journey Through Mental Health Challenges

Apr 22 2024 46 mins  
In this touching episode of the "Able to Care" podcast, Andy and Nadine welcome Kim Morrisroe, who shares the powerful story of her family’s ongoing battle with her daughter's severe mental health issues. Kim, discusses the onset of her daughter’s problems during primary school, escalating to more severe conditions through her teenage years. This heartfelt discussion sheds ligh

The dynamic of change and transitions in caregiving environments - Trauma-informed.

Apr 18 2024 14 mins  
In this episode of the "Able to Care" podcast, host Andy Baker dives into the profound "Room One, Room Two" principle, a concept introduced by author Sarah Naish. This episode explores the dynamic of change and adaptation in caregiving environments, particularly focusing on how individuals from challenging backgrounds adjust to new settings. Andy discusses the psychological impact

The problem with punishment - Its time to forget the stick

Apr 15 2024 31 mins  
In this thought-provoking episode of the "Able to Care" podcast, hosts Andy and Nadine explore the intricacies of behavioural management and its implications in caregiving. This discussion delves into real-life case scenarios, shedding light on the often complex nature of behaviour and its roots, as well as the consequences of traditional punitive measures. The episode challenges c

Personal Professional Private- Balancing Communication

Apr 11 2024 18 mins  
In this insightful episode of the "Able to Care" podcast, we dive into the principles of the 3P model of social pedagogy and its application in caregiving. Our host, Andy, explores the critical balance between our professional, personal, and private selves, especially when advocating for and supporting those in our care. Drawing from real-life scenarios and the principles of assert

Caring for those who care

Apr 08 2024 65 mins  
Join Andy in this compelling episode as he engages in a profound conversation with the esteemed Award-Winning Author, Sara Challice. Sara shares her personal journey as a carer after her husband's stroke, shedding light on the profound impact it had on her life and mental health, and how she navigated through external pressures and personal expectations.Get ready for heartfelt disc

Men's Mental Health

Mar 15 2024 55 mins  
In this weeks episode of the Able to Care Podcast, Andy and Nadine delve into the topic of men's mental well-being. They explore the shift in understanding and perception towards mental health among men, shedding light on the associated stigma.