Category: Inclusion
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Communication First: Building Inclusive Workplaces in 2026
Introduction: Why Inclusive Workplace Communication Workshops Matter Inclusive workplace communication workshops are the foundation for thriving teams. By learning diverse communication styles and inclusive practices, organisations can improve collaboration, boost engagement, and create a culture where everyone feels valued. Last year, we launched Lipreading and Hearing Management classes, helping individuals communicate more effectively. This year,…
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Reflections from Rachel’s recent invitation to the House Of Lords.
At Living4Moments, our mission has always been to make inclusion meaningful. To help organisations recognise the value of accessibility, remove barriers, and create spaces where everyone can thrive. So, it was an honour to attend the launch of the Lilac Disability Trading Framework at the House of Lords this week. A landmark initiative designed to…
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How Living 4 Moments can support your team:
April is often a time when teams take a step back to reflect—what’s working well, what could be better, and where improvements can be made. It’s also the perfect opportunity to revisit the “why” behind our work. I founded Living 4 Moments in 2020 with a simple but powerful mission: to help care providers create…
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Inclusion Matters for Businesses. Here’s Why:
Inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do. It helps businesses succeed. When companies are inclusive, they: My experience with inclusion As someone with severe/profound hearing loss, I know how hard it can be to feel included. But I’ve also seen how simple changes can make a huge difference. In my leadership roles, I worked…
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How to Make Dining Inclusive for People with Hearing Loss
Dinner Table Syndrome For many people, sharing meals is a joyful way to connect. However, for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, dinners can be isolating. This challenge, often called “Dinner Table Syndrome,” arises because conversations during meals tend to bounce around quickly. Add to this the distraction of eating. Therefore it’s no…
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Lipreading Classes
The Power of Lipreading: A Lifelong Skill I’m Excited to Teach in 2025 Lipreading is an essential part of my life. To someone living with severe hearing loss since childhood who has now become profoundly deaf it is a lifeline. It’s a skill I’ve honed over a lifetime, and I’m excited to be able to…
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National Inclusion Day
Celebrate National Inclusion Day by Booking Training with Living 4 Moments! As National Inclusion Day approaches on Tuesday, August 27th, what better way to celebrate than by investing in training that promotes inclusion and belonging? Inclusion and belonging are not just buzzwords, they are a vital aspect of our society that businesses need to embrace.…
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Why Deaf Awareness Matters for Everyone
Deaf awareness is crucial, not just for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, but for everyone. Here’s why: How We Can Help Why Early Intervention Matters Many people are unaware of the connection between hearing loss and dementia. This is why I strongly advocate the taking of regular hearing checks. Early detection allows…
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Inclusion in Hospitality
I’m excited to share my mission to improve choices for disabled individuals in the hospitality sector. Drawing from my extensive personal and professional experience, I support hospitality businesses on their inclusion journey. This is not only the right thing to do but makes business sense. Currently according to the Purple Pound, £15.7 billion is lost…
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Disability and Pride.
July is Disability Pride Month, which often brings up the question, “Do you have pride in being deaf?” This question can be uncomfortable for many people, whether they are disabled or not. I’ve always been deaf, so I know nothing different. Navigating the hearing world has its challenges. Throughout my life, I’ve faced bullying in…