Ep26 - Supporting families with disabilities to reach their full potential with Cliona Horan

In this episode we are joined by Cliona Horan. She is the Para Network Manager for Paralympics Ireland. Cliona is originally from Galway and has overcome many challenges in life. Her passion is to support, encourage and inspire families with disabilities to overcome life challenges and reach their full potential. Cliona studied Physical Education, and worked with Cork Sports Partnership as a Sports inclusion disability officer. She has experience working with children in Barretstown as an activity leader providing therapeutic recreation to seriously ill children and their families. • The journey to the Paralympic Games. • Why helping children with disabilities doesn’t actually help them. • The most important skill we need to support our children. • How to create a better relationship between siblings when one of them has a disability. • The importance of play for the development of skills. • How to really tackle inclusion in the classroom • The importance of understanding your child’s needs. • The challenges and struggles of comparing yourself with those around you. • The importance of communication when creating inclusive policies. • Simple games and resources to support your children and family connection • The importance of family connection