Kisharon Langdon’s Co-Created Accessible Haggadah

Kisharon Langdon is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever accessible Haggadah, designed to support people with learning disabilities and autistic people to meaningfully participate in the Pesach Seder.

This innovative Haggadah has been developed through a process of co-creation, with people supported by Kisharon Langdon actively involved in shaping and creating the resource alongside staff. By working collaboratively, the organisation has ensured that the Haggadah reflects real experiences, needs and preferences, which makes it both practical and engaging.

A standout feature of the Haggadah is its use of original photography. People supported by Kisharon Langdon took part in a lively and inclusive photoshoot, reenacting key stages of the Seder. Hosted in one of the charity’s supported living homes, the session brought together the Jewish Life and Marketing teams with participants for a fun and meaningful experience. The resulting images not only illustrate the traditions, but also help readers connect more personally with the content by recognising familiar faces.

The Haggadah has been carefully designed to be accessible and easy to follow, supporting individuals to observe Pesach in a way that aligns with their wishes and level of observance. It also serves as a valuable guide for support staff, enabling those who may be less familiar with Jewish traditions and customs to confidently support people in celebrating the festival.

Rachel Ucko, Kisharon Langdon’s Head of Jewish Living and Community, comments:
“A particular highlight of our pre Pesach preparations this year has been the creation of a new, user friendly Haggadah designed specifically for the people we support. This accessible version not only enhances their engagement with the Seder, but also enables staff who may be less familiar with the traditions to confidently assist in running the service. The Haggadah features photos of the people we support re enacting key moments of the Seder, making it both meaningful and empowering for everyone involved.”

This initial version will be used during Pesach celebrations across Kisharon Langdon services. In keeping with the organisation’s commitment to co-creation, feedback will be actively gathered from both the people supported and staff teams. This input will inform future improvements, including potential additions, clearer instructions, enhanced design features, and more detailed visual guidance.

Jack, supported by Kisharon Langdon, used the Haggadah during a mock seder. He commented,
“The Haggadah is easy to read. I like the pictures of people I know.”

Kisharon Langdon hopes to develop a refined edition of the Haggadah in time for next Pesach, with plans to share it more widely across the Jewish community. The long-term vision is to make Pesach celebrations more accessible to all, while also raising awareness and funds to support the charity’s vital work.