Kelly Thrussell

Kelly Thrussell

Company Director

Safeguarding & Digital Wellbeing Lead. QTS. Specialist in supporting clients aged 5-25 with diverse needs. Passionate about empowering clients to realise their rights and freedoms.

Recent Posts

Navigating Biases in Client Care: Social Media and the Internet

Navigating Biases in Client Care: Social Media and the Internet

At access: technology, we are passionate about digital wellbeing— it is not just the technology itself we love, but more importantly how people choose to use it. The internet is a space for learning, connection and independence, but it also presents risks. When it comes to our clients' participation in society, our goal is always to maximise access while minimising foreseeable risk of harm. When it comes to digital wellbeing we work to ensure that clients can navigate the digital world safely an

Kelly Thrussell
Kelly Thrussell
3/17/2025·4 min read
Sing & Sign at Christmas

Sing & Sign at Christmas

My favourite part of the week is a Tuesday afternoon, where I run a British Sign Language (BSL) Sing and Sign club for children at a local primary school on a voluntary basis. This special after-school activity is a place where we not only explore music but also learn BSL, creating a truly inclusive environment that celebrates communication in all its forms. access: technology provides the materials (including biscuits!) and t-shirts for the children to wear, helping to create a sense of belongi

Kelly Thrussell
Kelly Thrussell
1/15/2025·2 min read
Seasons Greetings!

Seasons Greetings!

As we reflect on a year of growth, connection, and support, we are delighted to share the winner of our 2024 Christmas competition. This year, the honour of featuring as our Christmas message goes to Lewis Hingerton, age 15. Lewis used his eyegaze technology and 3D Paint to create an image that captures his vision of what Christmas means to him: a scene filled with warmth, joy, and togetherness. His creativity and skill remind us of the incredible ways assistive technology can empower individua

Kelly Thrussell
Kelly Thrussell
12/24/2024·1 min read