SWAN
SWAN is an autistic-led Charity delivering services, information and support for and by autistic women, girls and non-binary people across Scotland since 2012. SWAN runs a range of events and activities, both in person and online, including local meet-up groups, online peer support, pre- and post-diagnosis groups, and wellbeing webinars.
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SWAN
SWAN is an autistic-led Charity delivering services, information and support for and by autistic women, girls and non-binary people across Scotland since 2012. SWAN runs a range of events and activities, both in person and online, including local meet-up groups, online peer support, pre- and post-diagnosis groups, and wellbeing webinars.
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Little Lodge
Little Lodge, a sensory and soft play facility and forms an extension of The Lodge Wellness Centre. It is a fully inclusive space tailored to cater to individuals with additional needs, ensuring visitors and their loved ones can unwind and relax peacefully. Little Lodge is available for families, groups, and individuals who care for children and young people with additional learning and physical disabilities. A variety of items including a colour-changing mood pebble, bubble tubes, UV lighting, sensory board, fibre optics and projectors, Ball pool, Sensory toys, cuddle ball, Infinity mirror and more. Activities include coffee and chat sessions and inclusive activities.
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The Down Syndrome Group Northamptonshire (DSGN) – Honeypots Group
The Down Syndrome Group Northamptonshire (DSGN) and Kingsthorpe Children's Centre are hosting the Honeypots group for children with down syndrome (aged 0-5 years) living in Northamptonshire. It's a great opportunity to meet other new parents and share help, support, and ideas. DSGN's private speech and language therapist will join some of the sessions to provide advice and support. The group will invite other professionals to come along and offer advice or information. Siblings are welcome. Car parking is available at the rear of the building. Please note: your children remain your responsibility and must be supervised at all times during the sessions.
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Eye Arts Club
The arts club organises projects for children and young people aged 7-17. Projects are for children with and without additional needs, and include dance, movement, puppets, film, animation, masks, costumes & visual art. Eye Arts Club provides a sympathetic and supported setting for children and young people with additional needs, owing to learning or physical disability, sensory impairment, autism, health issues or in care, to socialize, have fun and participate in arts and performance activities. Tutors are professional arts practitioners with experience of working with people with additional needs, trained in disability awareness and sensory activities. Siblings and without without additional needs can enjoy activities together. Usually 5 to 7 sessions per term. Please contact directly to discuss accessibility needs and access.
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Leading Lives Sleepover Short Breaks – Bury St Edmunds
Sleepover Short Breaks are exclusively for young people with learning disabilities and autism to enjoy an overnight break with their peers. They are filled with activities that they will enjoy, whilst offering family carers a valuable break from their caring responsibilities with the reassurance that the young person is in safe hands and having a great time. Activities are specifically designed for young people and include things like archery, climbing, treasure hunts, beach visits, discos, karaoke, movie nights and more. Sleepover costs vary depending on level of need.
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Kinship Carers Support Group – Parenting Special Children
The group aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for kinship carers to share experiences and explore the unique challenges they face. It also aims to establish support and social networks for kinship carers. If you are interested in attending the Kinship/Connected Carers Support Group, please book onto Let’s Get Creative as a parent/carer on the events section of the Parenting Special Children website.
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Leading Lives Sleepover Short Breaks – Stowmarket
Sleepover Short Breaks are exclusively for young people with learning disabilities and autism to enjoy an overnight break with their peers. They are filled with activities that they will enjoy, whilst offering family carers a valuable break from their caring responsibilities with the reassurance that the young person is in safe hands and having a great time. Activities are specifically designed for young people and include things like archery, climbing, treasure hunts, beach visits, discos, karaoke, movie nights and more. Sleepover costs vary depending on level of need.
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Adopters Support Group- Parenting Special Children
Adoptive parents of children and young people who have undergone developmental trauma support group. The group wants to provide a safe and supportive environment to share experiences and explore the unique challenges faced by adoptive parents. The group aims to establish support and social networks for adoptive parents.
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Leading Lives Sleepover Short Breaks – Ipswich
Sleepover Short Breaks are exclusively for young people with learning disabilities and autism to enjoy an overnight break with their peers. They are filled with activities that they will enjoy, whilst offering family carers a valuable break from their caring responsibilities with the reassurance that the young person is in safe hands and having a great time. Activities are specifically designed for young people and include things like archery, climbing, treasure hunts, beach visits, discos, karaoke, movie nights and more. Sleepover costs vary depending on level of need.
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Support Group for Berkshire Birth Fathers and Male Caregivers – Parenting Special Children
We welcome birth fathers and male caregivers (adoptive parents, foster carers, and kinship carers) who are caring for children with developmental trauma or special needs. Limited spots are available for non-Berkshire parents and caregivers. The group meets face-to-face on a monthly basis. Search for upcoming events on Parenting Special Children's page or get in touch. Parking is available at the venue and in the surrounding streets. Price: £5 Berkshire £10 non-Berkshire
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Cherry Trees
Cherry Trees helps to keep families together by providing home from home care for children with complex disabilities and a meaningful break for their families. Every child who visits Cherry Trees is valued for who they are. We provide professional care in a safe, stimulating and fun environment, ensuing that our children enjoy new experiences, develop their life skills and enhance their independence. This enables their families to have a much-needed break from caring, where they can rest and recharge without worry. Cherry Trees is a life line for the families of over 50 children who are regularly cared for, whether that be after school for a few hours, overnight or for a longer stay. Cherry Trees is wheelchair accessible, with a ramp at the main entrance, lift, hoists in all of the downstairs bedrooms, bathroom and sensory areas and a wheelchair safe roundabout. Cherry Trees is an inclusive service, this means that we accept children with a range of disabilities including learning, sensory and physical. We cater for children with epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy and many other conditions.
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Just Messin
Carlisles only interactive creative play centre that caters from baby to age 11! The centre includes a wide range of facilities such as a Baby and Toddler booth, Craft and Lego Station and various role play areas. It also houses an Alice in Wonderland selfie booth and a separate older children's Chill Zone with I pads, TV, Retro video games, Pool and Football tables. Autism friendly play sessions available. Week Days: 2 & Under £5.50 Over 2s £6.50 Weekend & Holidays: 2 & Under £6.50 Over 2s £7.50
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