Well I've got a job now.. And after a gap of four years it's really quite scary. And it's going to be a bit crazy as there is a major launch on Thursday. Oops, that's tomorrow.
I'm going to be working from home with the team from Irish Autism Action and Hearts and Minds to help UK children with autism, by promoting a scheme to convert old phones into new technology: it's the IAA iPad scheme going international!
The idea is very simple: collect old phones and exchange them for a new iPad or an iPod touch or even a laptop.
This hugely successful scheme has benefited more than 1000 families in Ireland as well as raising funds for the charity.
It all began with the iPod touch and the iPad and the realisation that these devices could transform the lives of children with special needs, and especially children with autism. As well as entertainment and education, these iDevices can be used for portable communications using Apps such as Grace.
But you don't need to have a child with autism to get involved as the scheme is open to all families and schools as well.
I am *hoping* that the scheme will be as successful in the UK, but I'm going to need lots of help. And that's where you all come in. I would really really appreciate some more likes and followers for the Facebook page, Hearts and Minds, and the twitter account @handmchallenge. Prizes may be involved - details to follow - but only if you are a UK resident, over 18 and not a bot!
So now that I have a (very) part-time job, will I have time for a personal blog too? Watch this space..
WHOOP!! Congratulations you! Well done. Busy times ahead for sure...and it is hard to include a personal blog too! But also doable:-)
ReplyDeleteAnd now I'm off to follow and share freom both my accounts ;-)
xx Jazzy
Well done you, Ms Executive Mammy!
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This is fantastic news Candi! love hearing that a fellow carer has a flexible job.
ReplyDeleteYou will be brilliant xx
Congratulations and good luck in your new job. xxx
ReplyDeleteSuperb news! Congratulations on your new position. You will do a fantastic job :D xx
ReplyDeleteI am thrilled for you. Such an ideal job for you. Sending you love and good wishes X
ReplyDeleteBrilliant - and the perfect job, combining special needs kids with PR skills!
ReplyDeleteFabulous news, congratulations. The scheme sounds wonderful.
ReplyDeleteCJ x
Fabulous news, congratulations. The scheme sounds wonderful.
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Wonderful news.... I am going to be watching and learning. I am wondering if we can do something like that here!! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDelete(I too am looking for work - it's not easy is it? So well done)
Wow, well done x
ReplyDeleteWell done & you'll be doing what you love most - helping families & children with additional needs! They are so lucky to have you on board! Good luck. X
ReplyDelete@jazzygal - good to know it can be done :) xx
ReplyDelete@jean - not sure that purple jeans count as executive-style!
@lisadom grace app - thank you xx
@midlife Singlemum - much appreciated xxx
@Petunia - Aww, thanks xxx
@Foxglove Lane - Thank you xx
@Truf - I'll have to live up to thst now :)
@Crystal Jigsaw - Thank you, I'm really hoping that lots of kids in the UK will benefit from this x
@The Bright Side of Life - excellent idea: and the UK funds are to be used to fund a school :)
@Suburbia - no its not easy and the very best of uk in your job search too x
@lyndylou - thank you x
@Puzzled - thank you x
So happy for you!!!
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Aud xx
@Aud - Thank you xx
ReplyDeleteThat's tremendous! Well done!
ReplyDeleteWell done honey!!! woo hoo.....and working from home as well. Perfect. Have been and liked the two site as strictly speaking I am still a UK resident! Anything else we can do to help just shout. xx
ReplyDeleteI'm happy for you and I know you will be successful as you will put your heart in it...
ReplyDeleteBut it is interesting scheme... I would love to know more about it...
Congratulations. This sounds fabulous. I need to get one of those, so I'll be joining in as one your first "customers" to get one for my boys..
ReplyDelete@Lisa S - Thank you!
ReplyDelete@Helen - Brilliant, and if you want to help please pass on the word, perhaps some of the kids in your family or their schools would be interested? Xx
@Petra Rovere - It really is a great scheme, check out the website if you want to know more: http://www.heartsandmindsphones.co.uk/
@Scottish Mum - oh the best of luck and please help to spread the word about the scheme, I'd really appreciate that x
That's great news! I'll be sure to spread the word and good luck! xx
ReplyDeleteThat's great news! I'll be sure to spread the word and good luck! xx
ReplyDelete@Heather Lucas - That would be fantastic, thank you! xx
ReplyDeleteGreat news, have liked and followed.
ReplyDelete@liveotherwise - Oh thank you so much :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! We may be interested in applying for a bit of tech for my two and it's wonderful that you're doing it. The difference that Ipads and/or laptops make to children with additional needs can be life changing - so, in advance, thank you for everything that you're going to do!
ReplyDeleteOh fantastic, congratulations! You are so suited to this :D I'll give you a few shout outs on Twitter (I already like your facebook with my personal account). If you want anything published on my little blog then let me know - I'll be happy to.
ReplyDeleteAnd I reaaaally hope you do get time to keep up your personal blog, look at all your loyal readers who would miss you if you didn't? (emotional blackmail) ;) xXx
@cheetahsinmyshoes - That would be fantastic if you were to join in and I'd love it if you'd blog about it too, please?
ReplyDelete@Beadzoid - Thank you so much, yes I'd love to do a piece on the blog, really appreciate the offer :)
well done you!!!!!
ReplyDelete@northernmum - Thanks Jane!
ReplyDeleteThat's such great news - it's great to have a job to do you can fit in round family life and a dream to do something you love that is so worthwhile x
ReplyDelete@Mammasaurus - Thanks so much for your comment, and yes, so far it's working well :) x
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