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archive-title Archives: Events Pro

Archives: Events Pro

03
May

Changing Faces’ Boost Up Your Confidence workshop

Meetup Webinar Workshop

The workshop is for young people who have a visible difference from a mark, scar or condition anywhere on their face or body and as part of the workshop, we’ll be looking at how to handle staring, teasing and bullying and ways to get the most out of school life. We’ll also be exploring tips and techniques on increasing self-esteem and the importance of self-care and we’re also really pleased to have two of our Changing Faces’ young champions at the workshop who will be sharing their lived experiences of looking different. Parents can sign up their child by either […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

06
Apr

Young People With Hemiplegia: Breathe Magic Intensive Therapy Programme

Educational Webinar

About the event Over the ​last ten years, Breathe Arts Health Research has delivered their clinically effective Breathe Magic Intensive Therapy Programme for young people aged 7-19 with hemiplegia. Young people work alongside world-renowned Magic Circle magicians and occupational therapists to perform specially selected magic tricks designed to develop hand and arm function, cognitive abilities, self-confidence and independence. This award-winning approach to therapy is grounded in world-class medical research, giving young people access to 78 hours of intensive therapy. In this exclusive event, Yvonne Farquharson, Breathe’s Managing Director and Founder and Clinical Lead Rebecca Johnson will discuss the programme, including: […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

13
Apr

Equine Facilitated Therapy with Riding for Rehab

Educational Webinar

About the event What is hippotherapy? What opportunities are there for equine activities for people with a disability? What is the evidence base underpinning practice? Riding for Rehab is a multi-disciplinary independent practice providing equine-facilitated therapy to adults and children. In this webinar, you’ll hear about the work they do and why they’re so passionate about this therapy treatment. They’ll provide examples from their current caseload. There’ll be an opportunity for questions and discussion at the end. We look forward to seeing you. Book here: https://events.irwinmitchell.com/Equinetherapy

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

11
Sep

Communication Matters Conference 2022

Exhibition

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 […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

21
Jun

Communication Matters Study Day

Educational Exhibition Public Speaking Event Research Webinar Workshop

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

28
Jun

Changing Faces’ ‘Parents Together’ online workshop

Activity Day Webinar Workshop

Our ‘Parents Together’ workshop on Tuesday 28th June at 7.30pm will look at how parents can feel more empowered to support their child in everyday issues that they may experience because of looking different. We’ll look at specific tools on how to deal with staring, teasing and bullying, handling awkward social situations, as well as ways to increase confidence and build resilience. We’ll also have one of our fantastic young champions talking about their lived experiences. We are currently delivering our workshop events online due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We have successfully delivered many workshops during lockdown and continue to offer […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

21
Jun

Becoming an Aided Communicator (BAC) Study Day

Educational Exhibition Webinar Workshop

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 Read the flyer here.

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

15
Jun

Community Engagement – Scope

Drop In Meetup Public Speaking Event Research

Scope’s Community Engagement project gives disabled people and unpaid carers the opportunity to talk about their communities and barriers they face. Come and have your say Meet new people Share your ideas and experiences Make change in your community through funded projects! We meet every month – stay for the whole session or drop in as it suits you. Time: 13:00-15:00 Date: 15th June 2022 (3rd Wednesday of the month) Where: St George’s community Centre (LS1 3BR) Want to know more? Contact Ree Young (they/them) Mobile: 07436 583520 E-mail: ree.young@scope.org.uk All questions welcome

11
Jun

Scope Youth Community Collective

Activity Day Drop In Meetup Workshop

Get involved and help transform your local community for disabled people.

03
Nov

Education Health Care Plans- Guidance On Maximising Support Through Your Child’s Education

Educational Public Speaking Event Webinar

The Educational Health Care Plan application process, the transition into teenage years and the legal framework often present a number of challenges to children with special educational needs and their parents and carers. Join our conference where we’ll offer advice and guidance navigating these challenges successfully, and focus on what school’s really like for children with special educational needs. The session will be a great opportunity to receive specialist legal advice, and voice your concerns in an interactive discussion with others in a similar position. We’ll also explore pathways into adulthood from a parent’s perspective.   Parents of children with […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

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Some West Yorkshire CANN Organisations

Calmer Therapy

Calmer Therapy is an organisation based in Stobhill. We provide help and support to families of children with additional needs. We run various sessions from our centre for all different age groups and abilities. At Calmer Therapy we promote an inclusive and enriching environment and believe that everyone deserves a place to be safe, happy and most importantly the chance to be themselves. We also provide advice and support for DLA and PIP forms as well as support with EHCP and school issues. We have recently opened a community café in Lynemouth which aims to provide affordable meals and opportunities for volunteering and employment for post 16 teens with additional needs. Alongside this we also run a food bank, we receive surplus food from supermarkets and distribute to our families.

Stobhill Community Centre Ninth Avenue Morpeth Northumberland NE61 2HS

Calmer Therapy

Additional Needs Advice Employment Support Family Fun Days Holiday Playschemes Playgroup Stay n Play Youth Clubs
Shine Charity

Supporting anyone affected by Spina Bifida, hydrocephalus and related conditions in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

42 Park Road Peterborough PE1 2UQ

Shine Charity

Additional Needs Advice Education Healthcare Stay n Play Telephone Helpline
The Eden Dora Trust for Children with Encephalitis

The Eden Dora Trust for children with Encephalitis was formed specifically to offer support to children and their families affected by Encephalitis and childhood Acquired Brain Injuries through support, information, education and research. We support children in hospital with Encephalitis and families after hospital discharge, advice on re-integration to school, different forms of rehabilitation, along with working on an Acquired Brain Injury schools award and much much more including raising awareness and funding research into the causes, diagnoses & treatments of Encephalitis/A.B.I; We hold study days & fund training workshops for families, teachers and health care professionals involved with the ongoing care and rehabilitation of children affected by Acquired brain injury and this life changing illness. Helping children and their families feel less isolated, different, misunderstood and alone. The Eden Dora Trust works with the help of their extensive advisory panel and is the only charity in the UK dedicated solely to children who suffer from Encephalitis, that anyone can get, at any time. Our Mission SPEAK: Support – for those affected by Encephalitis to find out about what help is available and how they can access it. Provision – of funding to support further research into the causes, symptoms and potential cures for Encephalitis Education – funding essential training for those […]

North East

The Eden Dora Trust for Children with Encephalitis

Additional Needs Advice Family Fun Days Telephone Helpline Training
Contact A Family

Contact a Family is a National Charity supporting families of children with disabilities throughout their journey, from birth – 25 years. We are an information, guidance and advice charity offering help and support across a wide range of issues that families encounter from Health, Education, Finances and Benefits, Family issues, equipment, grants, legal aspects etc. Our team of specialist trained experts that staff our help desk supporting families with queries at times of need ; and  we also have parent advisors that work in the regions supporting families with workshops, events, support groups etc.

Contact 209-211 City Road London EC1V 1JN

Contact A Family

Additional Needs Advice Training

About North East 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 North East of England area.

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