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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

FIND FUN ACTIVITIES

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

COURSES

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

HIRE EQUIPMENT

Find out where you can hire equipment.

Some Upcoming Events

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ASAS also run Activity Days for children aged 8-18 years who live throughout Leeds Centre Based – these take place at Lineham Farm Children’s Centre and are aimed at children who prefer a less structured and busy environment; activities include animal care, climbing wall, adapted bikes, Sensory Caravan and walks in the countryside. Community Based – these take place in Kirkstall at the Leisure complex and are aimed at children who can cope with an organised programme of activities and cope better with busy and noisy environments; activities include bowling, lunch in a restaurant and cinema to see a film.

Aug

ASAS Activity Day

Activity Day

Leeds

After the success of SCOPE’s behaviour workshops they are running a NEW Transitions zoom workshops for parents/carers in Leeds. This aims to help parents / carers prepare their child/young person to return to school or an activity setting. Dates of the upcoming workshops are: · Wednesday 12th August at 4pm · Thursday 27th August at 11am (Limit of 12 per session) Please email leeds@scope.org.uk to book places.

Aug

Scope Transitions zoom workshops for parents/carers in Leeds.

Educational Webinar

During July to September 2020 we’ll be running a series of short webinars aimed specifically at all parents and carers supporting children with additional needs at home. We recognise that in the current environment there have been many changes to the ways in which services are accessed and delivered. In our first webinar, we take a closer look at how to get the most out of each contact with medical and therapeutic appointments. We’ll discuss practical ways of preparing your child for the changes and support you to feel more confident when asking questions and raising concerns and help you to feel more in control of the situation. This webinar will also give you the tools to assist you with managing negative thoughts, which can impact on family life and help you to focus on improving your mental health and wellbeing. In the upcoming webinars there’ll be interactive and practical guides that address some of the challenges faced by parents and carers during lockdown and beyond. You’re invited to join our first ‘Supporting Your Child at Home’ interactive session on Wednesday 15 July 2020, 2:00pm – 3:30pm, hosted by our paediatric client liaison manager, Carmel Gallagher. Upcoming webinars: Occupational Therapy […]

Aug

Webinars on Supporting Your Child at Home: Medical and Therapy Needs

Educational Webinar

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

With the new academic year fast approaching, this session will help parents and carers prepare their child for a return to school. The disruptions to education, extended time away from school, and the measures in place to protect people from the spread of COVID have left many children feeling unprepared and anxious about returning to the classroom. Expert practitioner and occupational therapist Shelley Williams will go through the steps you can take to help children transition back to school, including: · How to get back into school uniform · What to expect in the new classroom environment · Re-establishing school routines · How to develop a sensory story with you child · Q&A session for parents / carers. https://events.irwinmitchell.com/sensorysupportreturntoschool

Aug

Virtual Event: Sensory Support – Preparing For A Return To School

Educational Webinar

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

Aireborough Supported Activities Scheme organise between 5 & 8 residential short breaks per year. The first of these takes place in Spring and the last in Autumn. We cater for children & young people aged 8 years to 18th birthday, who have additional needs.

Sep