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We are running a set of courses with KokoPie. You are welcome to book on as many as you feel would be suitable for you. We will be running each course both in-person and online to try and make it accessible for everyone. Each in-person course will be held at Leeds Mencap, LS9, and will have a max of 15 attendees and will be in a Workshop format. Workshops will include printed material for attendants such as a workbook and/or definition of terms. Zoom sessions are to provide a follow-up opportunity for those attending the in-person workshops. Those unable to attend […]

With the success of our recent online Mencap Supported Internship information events we are holding another set. February 27th 10am & 7pm February 28th 1.30pm Simply sign up using the QR code on this poster and on the day click the link on Eventbrite at the time you have chosen.  

SNOOP are running a number of Zoom meetings for parent/carers who have a child or young person in year 9 or above. Weds 29 March (7.15pm)Josh Wadsworth, Preparation for adulthood workstream lead – leading a session about PFA and EHCPs and post 16 lived experience of parents. Weds 19 April (7.30pm)Claire Reeves and Jack Skinner from Bradford MDC social care team will be doing a session on Learning disability assessments, direct payments and adult social care. Weds 10 May (7.15pm)Vicky Donolly from Waddiloves, a locally commissioned services for people with learning disabilities will be running a session about annual health checks and social […]

The Parents’ Forum for Bradford and Airedale (PFBA) will be running more EHCP workshops next month. Tuesday 14 March and Thursday 23 March The workshops will be held at the PFBA office in the Carlisle Business Centre, Bradford BD8 8BD (from 10.30am until 1.30pm). The workshop will provide you with a pack of notes, drinks, biscuits and a light lunch. Book at place on one of our next workshops here. Read the PFBA’s February newsletter here.

Thursday 30 March 2023 – 10am to 2pmMcCall Suite, Bradford BD8 7DY AWARE will be holding a World Autism Acceptance Event (WAAD) at Bradford City AFC on Thursday 30 March (10am – 2pm). The day is a drop-in event (tickets required) for families with autistic children or young people (no diagnosis needed). This is an unmissable chance to meet a whole host of services including, but not limited to, education and health care, speech and language, social care, sports and activity clubs and much, much more! You can attend the event any time that suits you between 10am and 1.30pm […]

The York Down Syndrome Support Group are teaming up with Singtasia for some sing-a-long parties to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. The events will be held on Sunday 18th March at Sand Hutton Village Hall. The events are as follows: 2pm – 4pm: Party for early years / primary children 4pm – 5pm: Raffle and refreshments 5pm – 7pm: Party for young people and adults. The parties include costumed characters singing popular film songs, party games, bubbles and snow – fancy dress is optional! This is an accessible venue with parking and there will be a quiet space available. For […]

Service Description Come join us for a fundraising quiz for ‘CP Teens’, family, friends & supporters. Raising funds for CP Teens UK. Friday 21st April 2023. Twin Oaks Hotel – J29, M1 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. Hot roast pork sandwiches with all of the trimmings. Vegetarian alternative available. £12 for ‘CP Teens’ (youngsters & people with a physical disability). £15 for standard. Includes quiz entry.

On Monday 3rd and Tuesday 4th April we will be running open craft sessions at The Old Fire Station for everyone. There will be lots of different craft activities, each costing £2 to do. We will also be revealing the name of the bear! Please come along, or let people know who might be interested. Monday 3rd April – 1.30 – 3.30pm Tuesday 4th April – 10.30am – 12.30pm

Join us as we launch the NEW Leeds Parent Carer Forum! The forum is run by a group of parents & carers who are passionate about making a positive difference to improve the quality of life for children and young people with additional needs, and their families, across Leeds. Find out more about: the role of Leeds Parent Carer Forum our aims how we will be representing the voice of parents and carers in Leeds how to get involved Parents & Carers, Education, Health & Social Care professionals and Third Sector organisations all welcome. Refreshments will be provided. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leeds-parent-carer-forum-launch-tickets-568173902437

Website: https://www.circusleeds.org.uk To replace the Ninja Warrior event, we have managed to book the wonderful Circus Leeds to come and teach our children Circus Skills. They are all about accessibility and say that children of all abilities will be able to come and have a go. I’ve spoken to them on the phone and they are very excited to meet our families. CircusLeeds was established as Leeds Children’s Circus in 1989 and provides circus workshops, classes and events for young people and, in more recent years, adults. It’ll be a circus party to remember where partygoers can have fun with their […]