by lucy@inclusivechange.co.uk | Aug 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
You read that right! We at Your Village Shop are proud to say that our founders and owners, Lucy and Richard Smith, have had the honour of being nominated for the BBC Radio Bristol Make a Difference Awards – which is a chance to truly celebrate those who go out... by lucy@inclusivechange.co.uk | Feb 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
What does making a difference mean to you? Before I write what I planned to write about this month, our whole team want to express our sadness at the loss of so many loved residents in Stoke Gifford Retirement Village over the past few months. Since becoming part of... 
by lucy@inclusivechange.co.uk | Jan 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Shopping as an autistic person can be a struggle, and I’m sure you all know that one shop where it’s all just a bit too overwhelming! The bright lights, loud music and claustrophobic aisles all make online shopping a desirable alternative. Emma Revell, from Your... 
by lucy@inclusivechange.co.uk | Jan 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
How disappointment in employment outcomes and a passion for autism awareness has led to a new essential retail shop setting up to support vulnerable people South Gloucestershire during the Covid19 pandemic Lucy and Rich Smith have been running a shop since March in... 
by lucy@inclusivechange.co.uk | Jan 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
I’m sure by now, you’ve all seen children carrying around ‘fidget toys’. But are they just a fad toy or are they helpful for some children or adults? How might they actually be helpful, you ask? Well, they can help some to relax, focusing on how a sensory toy works... 
by lucy@inclusivechange.co.uk | Jan 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
This week at Your Village Shop said goodbye to our team members who are off to University. We are wishing them luck. Our intern Wes, who is a recent UWE graduate, has some tips for them and all freshers starting off on their uni journey. 1. Spend Wisely While it...