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West Yorkshire CANN – Children’s Additional Need Network

Who Is West Yorkshire CANN?

‘CANN’ stands for ‘Children Additional Needs Network’.

West Yorkshire CANN is formed of third sector, voluntary community and statutory organisations working with families and carers with children and young people with additional needs, in West Yorkshire.

It has been established so that Member Organisations can share best practice, resources, ideas and opportunities, in order to improve access to information, training and support for families and carers across the West Yorkshire area and the region, and to help to create a more efficient and effective ‘market place’ to the benefit of all users of our services, and the organisations involved.

The aim of this website is to share those good practices and resources with the families who need them! 

West Yorkshire CANN Locations

  • Bradford Bradford
  • Calderdale Calderdale
  • Kirklees Kirklees
  • Leeds Leeds
  • Wakefield Wakefield

 

 

FIND FUN ACTIVITIES
FIND FUN ACTIVITIES

FIND FUN ACTIVITIES

Enjoy new experiences and meet other families on fun days out.

COURSES
COURSES

COURSES

Learn about available courses and get support whether you are a parents/carers or a professional.

HIRE EQUIPMENT
HIRE EQUIPMENT

HIRE EQUIPMENT

Find out where you can hire equipment.

Some Upcoming Events

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Following on from our consultation process we are proposing to set up regular information & support sessions for parents & carers – these will run every half term and we will have regular guests from relevant organisations in Leeds but we will also be guided by you as to what support and information would be useful. We propose that the sessions will run on a Tuesday or Wednesday evening at 21 Co. in Headingley from 7.00pm – 8.30pm and there will be an option to join the session online. This is all new for us so we are very open to suggestions about how these sessions will work best – but we felt it was best to at least make a start! Our first session will be in conjunction with SENSAP – the Special Educational Needs Statutory Assessment & Provision team on 18th May 2022. To book your place please follow this link. We will be focusing on supporting families who are making the transition to secondary school in 2023. We will share the most up to date guide on the different types of secondary school provision in Leeds and the surrounding areas and explain what the different types of provision mean. SENSAP will give information about the timescales and the process […]

18
May

Transition to Secondary School Workshops

Educational Workshop
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore! Starts 20 MayStarts 20 May Your House! Service Description When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore! Join in with the FREE CP Teens UK Virtual Pizza Night on Friday 20th May 2022! We will send you a FREE pizza kit to create & make your own pizzas! Kits make 2 pizzas (10-12 inches) and contain: 2 Dough Balls Fresh Basil Tomato Sauce Fior De Latte Mozzarella ’00’ Flour Parmesan Extra Virgin Olive Oil You buy your own toppings. Vegan kits available on request. Prizes: Most Luxurious Pizza Most Imaginative Pizza T&C’s – as this is completely free, we do ask for feedback on the virtual evening. This can be in the form of a photo/video and/or quote for those who prefer not to be photographed. We will use the photos and videos on CP Teens UK official social media and website unless you ask us not to. We only ever use first names and not surnames. We completely understand that sometimes unavoidable things crop up, e.g. illness, that mean you can’t participate on the night. Pizza kits can be kept for […]

20
May

Virtual Pizza Night

Activity Day Webinar
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Event Details Event: Ice Skating at Planet Ice Date: 21/05/2022 Time: 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm Cost: £5.00 Total tickets: 200 Available tickets: 187 Location Planet Ice Leeds Elland Road, Beeston , Leeds, LS11 0EY   Please note that Little Hiccups events are for families that have children that have disabilities or additional needs. You will need to be registered before booking on. We always welcome new families but please register first. Booking opens: Wednesday 13th April 2022 Weblink: https://planet-ice.co.uk/locations/leeds/ We’re very excited about this one! Little Hiccups have hired out the Planet Ice Skating Rick exclusively for our families. We have a two hour slot to allow time to acclimatise, get used to the feel of the skates, etc and also have a go skating. You can be on and off the ice at any point during this time. We appreciate the time is rather late however, but had to work around their timetable. Wheelchairs and Electric Chairs can also go on the ice. And all Skate Hire and Penguins/Polat Bears (ice skating support) are included as needed. There are 25 penguins and 25 polar bears so should be enough for those that need them. Please only use if you do need one. There will also […]

21
May

Ice Skating at Planet Ice

Family Fun Day
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Put your Art into it! Artist Kate invites you to pick up that brush and pop along to her workshops  Well-known local artist Kate Stephens is holding a series of art workshops at 21 Co., which will be accessible to everyone from virtual beginners to those looking to refresh their style in a fun, supportive space. Experiment with a loose watercolour style or enjoy improving your current technique in a friendly and safe environment. There will be demonstrations and help on hand and each workshop will have a different subject theme (or you can go freestyle!). The workshops may work as a block of four (discount if you book all four), offering you the opportunity to improve your confidence and put some precious you time aside!  Workshops can also be booked on an individual basis.   Wednesday 25 May:  Spring birds – bringing everyday beauty to the paper. Wednesday 22 June: Pet portraits  – capturing the essence and character of your pet. Wednesday 20 July:  Experimental landscapes – taking inspiration from the world around us. Wednesday 14 September:  Freestyle – move on your painting style! A chance to further your own practice and style with experimentation. Costs are £25 per workshop – or £90 if you […]

25
May
+3

Kate Stephens Art Workshops @ 21 Co.

Activity Day Family Fun Day Workshop
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Get informed and live your life your way with these informative online workshops! Navigating the transition into adulthood, being independent, securing funding/PA’s, going to University etc… it can all be one big overwhelming nightmare! We’re excited to announce that CP Teens UK has partnered with LiveYou! LiveYou’s mission is to enable those with physical disabilities to live life without limits by removing barriers and turning, what would ordinarily be disadvantages, into advantages. They are a user-led organisation and specialise in helping young adults. WEDNESDAY 8TH JUNE – Care Funding & Your Rights MONDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER – Getting the Best University Experience MONDAY 7TH NOVEMBER – PA Recruitment & Managing the Relationship All 7pm GMT, online. FREE. Parents welcome. LiveYou’s Founder, Daniel Reed, has Cerebral Palsy. When he went to University, Daniel realised that having a great relationship with a PA unlocked many doors whilst being a more enjoyable experience for both parties. This dynamic allowed Daniel to grow in confidence, establish a strong friendship group, travel the world and, ultimately, meet a partner. Daniel believes that many disabled people could live much more freely and independently if they are given the right support at an early stage of adulthood. This […]

08
Jun
+2

Care Funding & Your Rights – Workshop

Educational Webinar
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Come and try the fully inclusive sport of Boccia! Whether you’re just looking to start something new, make friends, or if you’re even looking to start an elite Paralympic career, come and join us on Saturday 11th June 2022. The Community HUB, Technique Stadium, Chesterfield, S41 8NZ. Ample disabled parking right outside. Fully accessible. Changing Places facility. 12-4pm. Depending upon numbers, slots might be allocated. FREE to attend. Cafe on site. ~~~~~~~~ Boccia is a Paralympic sport introduced in 1984. It has no Olympic counterpart. Athletes throw, kick or use a ramp to propel a ball onto the court with the aim of getting closest to a ‘jack’ ball. It is designed specifically for athletes with a disability affecting locomotor function. It is played indoors on a court similar in size to a badminton court. Players are divided into four classifications depending on their disability and functional ability. All players have impaired functional ability in all four limbs. BC1 – Players with Cerebral Palsy who are able to use their hands or feet to consistently propel a ball into play. BC1 athletes may have an aide on court to pass them their ball before each shot. BC2 – Players with […]

11
Jun

Boccia Talent/Taster Day

Activity Day Sport
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

We’ve worked with Made with Music for many years and they are just wonderful. They are engaging, accessible and fun. We’ve often held small music sessions in our Stay n Play’s but have often wondered about doing something bigger for all the children to access. Because everyone loves music! As Made with Music often hold Mini Gigs we will be following their format (why change a winning formula) but with some differences to make it a Little Hiccups event. The doors will open at 12pm but the first act will be 12.30pm. The acts will finish at 2.30pm. There will be time for mingling before finishing at 3pm. We will have the following acts: Lucky Iris – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq07hg3uj4QTLCHDdhFfc6g Made with Music – https://www.madewithmusic.co.uk Our very own Trustee, Heather Watson! – http://heather-watson.uk Sets will be short with breaks in between for the children. We have confirmed a face painter and balloon modelling for entertainment and are hoping to confirm a circus act shortly! Tickets will need to be purchased for all attendees other than ‘Babes in Arms’ Please view the website for all the Accessibility Information

12
Jun

Small Music Festival with Made with Music

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

WEDNESDAY 15TH JUNE 2022 – 10.30AM TO 3.00PM Centenary Pavilion, Leeds United Football Club, Elland Road, LS11 0ES  WHO SHOULD ATTEND? ·        Disabled children ·        Disabled teenagers (14+ years for a test drive*) ·        Disabled adults ·        Families and carers of disabled children and adults ·        Healthcare professionals ·        Approved driving instructors ·        Individuals with long term or recently diagnosed conditions WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO SEE? Options and advice on Assistive Technology, Equipment and Driving for disabled children, young people, adults and older people. Assistive Technology and Equipment • Bathing/Showering • Accessible Gaming • Beds/Sleep Systems • Associated Charities • Moving and Handling • Wheelchairs, Tricycles etc • Switches and Adapted Toys • Sensory • Sports & Leisure • Environmental Controls Driving • Test drive (from 14 years+) → Vehicle Adaptations → Manual and Automatic → Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle • Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles • Car Seats • Passenger Access • Medical Fitness to Drive BOOK YOUR FREE ACESSABILITY 2022 TICKET HERE ACCCESSABILITY 2022 EXHIBITOR LIST

15
Jun

AccessAbility Exhibition 2022

Exhibition
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

We are hosting a Study Day on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). It is about the ‘Becoming an Aided Communicator’ international research project and the language and communication opportunities of children and young people. The Study Day will take place on Tuesday 21st June in Leeds and delegates can attend either in-person or virtually. Find out more and register your place here: https://bit.ly/cmstudydays

21
Jun

Communication Matters Study Day

Educational Exhibition Public Speaking Event Research Webinar Workshop
Leeds

Come & join us for a social summer picnic and giant garden games in the beautiful setting of Chatsworth Park in the Peak District! FREE to attend. Bring your own food. Families welcome. All under-18’s and/or those requiring support MUST attend with a parent/carer/PA. Book here: https://www.cpteensuk.org/service-page/summer-picnic-with-giant-garden-games

16
Jul

Summer Picnic with Giant Garden Games

Drop In Family Fun Day Meetup
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Beth, who has Cerebral Palsy and represented Great Britain at Tokyo 2020 in Boccia, has been a lifelong dreamer. Whether it be independence, education and going to University, or achieving at the highest level of elite sport, Beth has followed her dreams and watched them become a reality with her hard work, dedication and grit. Now it’s YOUR turn to start dreaming and get on the road to making your dreams a reality. Beth believes that dreaming, whether awake or asleep, comes from a place deep inside us, sparking a desire to achieve something special in life. As a lifelong dreamer, Beth will share her lived experiences and resources on how she has made her own dreams a reality, including becoming a Paralympian. Bring a dream of your own and be guided during the session to make your own dreams into actionable goals. Perfect for those of GCSE age and above starting to think about their future and what it looks like, but equally suitable for younger & older participants alike. Sunday 17th July 2022, 12-4pm The Ernie Moss Room, The Community HUB, Technique Stadium, Chesterfield, S41 8NZ. Fully accessible with ample disabled parking outside. Changing Places facility. Cafe on […]

17
Jul

Dreams Workshop with Beth Moulam

Educational Workshop
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

28
Jul

Summer Fun Day

Activity Day Family Fun Day Fundraising
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Communication Matters International AAC Conference The Communication Matters International AAC Conference is the UK’s leading annual AAC event, with a diverse programme of plenaries, presentations, posters and an exhibition held over two and a half days. The conference provides a unique forum to meet and exchange information with representatives from all disciplines associated with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), including AAC users, parents, personal assistants, professionals and suppliers of AAC equipment. Communication Matters encourages and supports AAC users to attend. This year’s conference will be held at the University of Leeds, a prestigious ‘world class’ conference venue. Integral to the conference will be the supplier exhibition in Parkinson Court, with a cafe and lounge area for delegates. Residential accommodation will be in the Storm Jameson Court hall of residence (or close by), which is at the centre of the pedestrianised campus and a short distance from the seminar rooms, dining room and exhibition. The transport links to Leeds are very good, with a nearby airport and train station. The conference will open on Sunday 11th Sept at 13.00 for registration. The last session on Tuesday 13th Sept will be at approx 15.30. We are aiming to welcome over 400 attendees to the conference, […]

11
Sep

Communication Matters Conference 2022

Exhibition
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Walk, ‘wobble’, or wheel – do it your way! Fully accessible, fun 5k It’s back! The famous CP Teens UK Sponsored Wobble. Come and ‘wobble’ with CP Teens UK! Walk, ‘wobble’ or wheel – accessible 5k route through Chatsworth Park. Do it your way, achieve something new and make friends! A great day out for everyone in the beautiful surroundings of Chatsworth. All mobility aids welcome. Saturday 24th September 2022, Chatsworth, Derbyshire. Start: 2pm All details, start, route etc. given after registration. Medals for all ‘CP Teens’. Prize for the individual who raises the most. FREE personalised t-shirt for everyone who raises over £75. Raffle with exciting prize. Disclaimers are required to be signed by ALL participants prior to the event. These will be sent out via email. No disclaimer = no participation. Everyone welcome! Bring all your friends & family! Book Here: https://www.cpteensuk.org/service-page/sponsored-wobble-2022

24
Sep

Sponsored Wobble 2022

Activity Day Family Fun Day Fundraising
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

You are invited to the 7th Annual CP Teens UK Ball! Join us on Saturday 8th October 2022 for a fun, sparkling & uplifting evening! Annual Fundraising Ball. £25 for ‘CP Teens’ (youngsters up to the age of 25-years with a disability) / £50 standard ticket – includes 3-course formal meal, entertainment & disco. Also includes an exclusive Pre-Ball Party for ‘CP Teens’ and their ticketed party. Casa Hotel, Chesterfield, Derbyshire. 7 pm arrival to be seated for 7:30 pm. Tables of 10 & 12 available. Black tie event. Discounted accommodation available at the Casa Hotel for Ball guests, including accessible rooms with wet rooms. ~~~~~~ PLEASE NOTE: all under 18’s and/or those requiring support MUST attend with a ticketed parent/carer/PA Book here: https://www.cpteensuk.org/service-page/7th-annual-cp-teens-uk-ball

08
Oct

7th Annual CP Teens UK Ball

Fundraising
Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Our Sponsors

  • EPIC
  • Irwin Mitchell
  • Leeds City Council
  • SNAPS

About West Yorkshire CANN

'CANN' stands for 'Children Additional Needs Network'. Its a network for third sector, voluntary community and statutory organisations working with families and carers with children and young people with additional needs in the West Yorkshire area.

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