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The next event for our Sunshine Youth Club will be a climbing trip to The Big Depot Climbing Centre. This event is for young people of high school age 11-18yrs. There are two 1 hour sessions at 7pm and 8pm, each with 7 places available. For this event young people must be supervised and supported by a parent or carer at all times. Sunshine & Smiles are funding the outing, and bookings can be made here through the normal booking system where voluntary donations can also be made. We are looking to find different venues and activities for the youth club, maybe to […]

Our Annual General Meeting will be held at The Vinery Centre, LS9 9LU on Wednesday 20th March 2024 at 11am. Members are welcome to come along to discover key insights, celebrate achievements and cast their vote. Please confirm attendance by emailing info@leedsparentcarerforum.co.uk

Tuesday 16 April from 10am-2pm AWARE charity have organised a free World Autism Acceptance event at the University of Bradford Stadium, Bradford City Football Club for families with children or young people who have Autism, no diagnosis needed. You will need to get a free ticket here. There will be services from across the Bradford district, see which organisations will be there come and say hello on the day!  You can attend the event any time that suits you between 10am and 1.30pm (the event closes at 2pm). The organisers are planning a sensory/chillout room children can access if needed. There […]

If you are not sure whether Makaton training is for you, try a Makaton Taster session.  This short session is designed for people who are interested in finding out about Makaton and deciding whether or not to attend Makaton training. The Taster gives you a general introduction into what Makaton is and who uses it, with the opportunity to learn a few signs and symbols too. The sessions are fun, interactive and a great way to learn some of the core vocabulary. Participants receive handouts covering the vocabulary they have learned and general information regarding further Makaton training and Makaton […]

This workshop is for: Parents of disabled children who want to know more about supporting siblings.  It will help parents of disabled children find ways of giving attention, information, and support to the other children in their families What participants will gain: Insight into siblings’ needs and experiences Practical ideas for giving siblings attention Further sources of information Each online course will have a max of 15 attendees and will be in a Workshop format. The course will run 10am-11am. Bookings close a week before the event to allow planning. We apologise – but these courses are not suitable for children […]

Interplay Theatre Sensory Open Day for people with Learning Disabilities and their carers coming up at Interplay Theatre in Armley on Wednesday 3rd April.

Makaton Signing for Babies and Families is for parents, family members or carers who would like to sign with babies and children in their care and have no previous experience of Makaton. It is designed to encourage the development of communication and language skills in babies and toddlers. All the sessions are fun and interactive and are for parents/carers with their babies. You will learn approximately 100 signs and symbols using songs, games and activities. Ania will be running this course which involves six 1 hour sessions; it will be running on the following Mondays from 12:30 to 13:30 at Stainbeck Communty Hall: 22nd […]

Don’t miss out on an electrifying night of indie rock! Date: April 20th Location: The Fox & Newt, 9 Burley Street, Leeds, LS3 1LD! There will be an epic line-up featuring three top-notch Leeds bands: Hobson – Leeds-based indie rockers, bringing a mix of new tracks and fan favourites from their debut album. Defender – Defender are a four piece indie pop outfit hailing from the four pillars of West Yorkshire; Wakefield, Bradford, Todmorden and Leeds. Their sound is inspired by 90’s guitar bands, 60’s pop, hip hop and soul. Widely regarded as Leeds, least hard working band. Viveka – Grunge/punk powerhouses ready […]

On Tuesday 30th May 10.30am – 12pm, we will be holding our monthly get together at 21 Co. for parents and carers of children and adults with Down Syndrome (children are welcome too). This will be a relaxed gathering with time to chat, get to know each other and share information. Drinks and snacks will be available to buy from 21 Co. This month Refresh Carers will be joining us to share what they do and how they can offer support to people who care for someone. Refresh Carers develop the capacity and skills of unpaid parent carers of children, young people and […]

Speak to services and receive information and advice about SEND services in Leeds: Leeds Local Offer SENDIASS Scope Leeds Parent Carer Forum 10.30am-12.30am Sanderson Room, Leeds Central Library Contact LLO@leeds.gov.uk for more information, and to request a visual walkthrough of the venue.