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archive-title Archives: Events Pro

Archives: Events Pro

14
Nov

Irwin Mitchell Night School – Autumn 2023: Planning For Your future

Educational Webinar

One thing that brings all legal specialists together is the passion and will to help people access the support they need. But, sometimes it’s not as accessible as we’d like. That’s why, we created the Irwin Mitchell Night School. The Irwin Mitchell Night School is a free and informative webinar series that offers a friendly and helpful introduction to the legal world. Our speakers will be on hand to help you with any questions you may have along the way. They’re here to help you get the most out of the course, and feel empowered as a result. If you […]

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

09
Sep

Skiing at Chill Factore

Family Fun Day

Website: https://www.chillfactore.com Due to the success of the last couple of skiing events, we will be returning to Chill Factore in Manchester to have another go! This year, our event has been sponsored by Whitehill Chase Foundation Trust so we are able to offer more! Little Hiccups would like to say a huge thank you for this donation. Skiing for Beginners Children (and parents) will be able to have a go at skiiing in the fantastic venue Chill Factore. Chill Factore is proud to be the 2010 winner of the Manchester Tourism ‘Access for All’ award which recognises excellence in accommodating the needs […]

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

26
Sep

Introduction to Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority Cases for Looked After Children

Educational

About the event Aimed at Practitioners The CICA (Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority) is a government body set up to compensate victims of violent crime and abuse. The scheme aims to compensate those who may not be able to claim against those responsible for causing their injuries. We’re hosting a free online webinar where our serious injury colleague Sarah Brumpton will cover: An introduction to the CICA for looked after children and how/when to make a claim The role of the local authority as litigation friend Management of awards in Trusts or the Court of Protection The webinar will be of interest […]

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

26
Sep

Changing Faces Workshop – BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE

Webinar Workshop

Our next workshop is for young people aged 11-16 years and will take place on Tuesday 26 September 2023 at 7pm via Zoom. Our online workshop will look at ways to increase your confidence and deal with everyday issues around having a visible difference, including: Handling staring and awkward questions. Dealing with bullying and teasing. Getting the most out of school life. Ways to increase self-esteem. The importance of looking after yourself. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Complete their form to sign up for our September workshop or if you’d like to know when future workshops are open for registration. https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/services-support/workshops-for-children-families

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

20
Sep

William Merritt Centre Open Day

Drop In Educational Exhibition

Open Day – Wed 20th SeptFree to attend – no appointment requiredjust pop in between 9am to 3pm Who is the Open Day for? Disabled people of all ages Older people People with long-term conditions Parents/Carers Healthcare professionals What can I expect at the William Merritt Centre Open Day? Opportunity to visit our Centre and find out how we help all the above with advice, information and assessments (majority of which are free) Speak to our team of Occupational Therapists – for mobility equipment and driving assessments and adaptations Try mobility equipment*and driving adaptations Speak to specialised driving instructors about […]

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

16
Sep

Autism and ADHD Zine Workshops

Educational Meetup Public Speaking Event Research Workshop

West Yorkshire Adhd and Zine are running Autism and ADHD Zine Workshops: Leeds City Museum, 9th Sept 2pm-4.30pm Huddersfield Town Hall, 16th Sept 1.30pm-4pm

Calderdale Kirklees Leeds

09
Dec

Open

Music Session

OPEN with Made with Music is a new inclusive ensemble in Leeds for anyone who might need extra support to make music with family and friends. Starting Saturday 7th October for 8 weeks (no sessions on 28th October and 4th November) 2-4pm, including breaks. Venue: Leeds Conservatoire, 3 Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7PD​ Places are limited. You can bring your own instruments or we can provide them. Advised age 8+. https://www.madewithmusic.co.uk/open  

Leeds

08
Oct

Private Ninja Warrior Session

Family Fun Day

Weblink: https://ninjawarrioruk.co.uk/leeds We are very excited about this one. We’ve hired out Ninja Warrior for private use for Little Hiccups. The Ninja Warrior Adventure Park is a supervised activity and fitness venue inspired by ITV’s hit programme Ninja Warrior UK. For the more able bodied, you can climb, balance, jump and swing across different obstacles using and developing your Ninja skills, plus they also have the famous Warped Wall for every aspiring Ninja to conquer. In addition to our fixed Ninja features, and something that would be suitable for all, is a huge inflatable Airpark with obstacles, walls and lots and […]

Bradford Calderdale Kirklees Leeds Wakefield

16
Apr

World Autism Acceptance Day

Exhibition

Bradford

14
Sep

MEET THE MAKER – Now Then, Sunshine

Activity Day Parent/Carer

On Thursday 14th September, we’ll be hosting our latest Meet The Maker evening at 21 Co., featuring Jules from Now Then, Sunshine! Now Then, Sunshine! is about sending positivity into the world through bright, beautiful designs and joyful modern calligraphy. Jules, the artist behind the brand, began practising calligraphy during maternity leave as an evening hobby to help her relax and unwind. She loved the mindful, meditative nature of the medium and started adding illustration and watercolour to her daily creations. There will be free Now Then, Sunshine! goodie bags for the first 15 people to arrive at the event, and you’ll receive a […]

Leeds

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Some West Yorkshire CANN Organisations

Family Action’s WESAIL

Wakefield Early Support Advice Information Liaison (WESAIL) is available to parents and carers of a child or a young person, who has, or may have Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) aged 0-25 years who are living within the Wakefield District. This service is also available to young people themselves and those working with families. Wakefield Early Support, Advice, Information and Liaison (WESAIL) provides a free, confidential and impartial service – which means we do not take sides and try to ensure everyone is given opportunities to express their views and feel listened to. WESAIL provide information, advice, support and signposting according to need by either by telephone or where needed on an individual or targeted basis or through events and workshops. We share details of events on the Local Offer, our facebook page and provide information through the Information Network. WESAIL offers information covering a range of matters relating to Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) including education, health, social care, personalisation, personal budgets along with benefits and leisure. The aim of the WESAIL service is to support children, young people, their parents, carers and families by providing information to navigate systems and processes so that they can play […]

Virtual

Family Action’s WESAIL

Additional Needs Advice Outreach Telephone Helpline Training
Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice

Children’s Hospice Care for children in West Yorkshire. For families in West Yorkshire who are facing or living with the loss of their child, Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice not only provides outstanding clinical care – but also a helping hand, listening ear and a place to be together to make the most of every moment.

Forget Me Not Children's Hospice, Russell House, Fell Greave Rd, Huddersfield, HD2 1NH

Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice

Additional Needs Advice Bereavement and life shortening illness support Crisis Support Family Support Healthcare Hydrotherapy Therapy
DEX Deaf Experience

Deaf EXperience Limited (DEX) is a charity which campaigns nationally to improve access to education, wellbeing and quality of life for deaf and hard of hearing young people. We support deaf young people across Yorkshire to meet other young deaf people and to share their experiences. We welcome young people with any level of deafness and all communication methods. We deliver a variety of events where deaf young people can have fun, learn something new and meet others! We have two different groups. The DEX Deaf Youth Hub (DDYH) is for 11 to 17 year old’s and the DEX Deaf Youth Council (DDYC) is for 17 to 30 year old’s. Interpreters are at all events to help everyone to chat and make friends! Do you work with deaf young people aged between 11 and 30? Are you based in Yorkshire? We can come to your school, college or organization to deliver a FREE outreach session to explain what we offer for deaf young people! We also offer Deaf Awareness training for organizations, companies, care homes and other youth facilities

Deaf Experience, St Marys Street, Leeds, LS9 7DP

DEX Deaf Experience

Additional Needs Advice Family Fun Days Mental health and wellbeing support Outreach Peer Support Preparation for Adulthood Sign Posting Training Youth Clubs
Stripes – The West Yorkshire ADHD Charity

Stripes provides a comprehensive range of support services for individuals and families affected by ADHD. The charity provides vital services across some of the most deprived communities in West Yorkshire, where families affected by ADHD often face additional barriers to accessing support and resources. Our Mission Statement is “To empower and support neurodivergent individuals and their families across West Yorkshire, building an inclusive community where everyone can thrive.”

14 Appleton Court, Durkar, Wakefield, WF2 7AR

Stripes – The West Yorkshire ADHD Charity

Advice Family Fun Days Holiday Playschemes Peer Support Stay n Play Telephone Helpline Training Youth Clubs

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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