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archive-title Archives: Events Pro

Archives: Events Pro

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

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

08
Oct
+8

Newcastle Autism Support Hub

Educational Workshop

For parent/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of autism. Children must be living in Newcastle. Supporting Your Child Workshop These sessions will cover: worries and action planning common misconceptions differences in autistic children practical strategies to use in everyday life These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked. We have the following dates available: Nunsmoor Centre, Studley Terrace, NE4 5AH 3rd Sept, 1st Oct, 5th Nov and 3rd Dec Galafield Centre, Newbiggin Ln, NE5 1LZ 10th Sept, 8th Oct, 12th Nov and 10th Dec Byker Sands, 19 Raby Cross, NE6 2FF 17th Sept, […]

Newcastle and Surrounds

25
Mar

Introduction to Supporting Autistic Children Zoom Webinar

Webinar

Places are limited and must be pre-booked. Rebecca.Welch@ne-as.org.uk 0191 410 9974 Parents/carers only. You only need to attend one date for each course, they are repeat sessions.

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

29
Apr

Supporting the emotional wellbeing of autistic children

Webinar

Places are limited and must be pre-booked. Rebecca.Welch@ne-as.org.uk 0191 410 9974 Parents/carers only. You only need to attend one date for each course, they are repeat sessions.

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

22
Sep

Supporting families with autistic children (training for practitioners)

Educational Webinar

This course aims to: Increase practitioner understanding of the needs of autistic children and their families Enable practitioners to reflect upon their own practice and experiences Provide a range of ideas to consider when supporting autistic children and their families Sessions are aimed at professionals supporting autistic children and their families in the education, social care and health sectors. Cost : £15.00 per person If you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact Kerrie Highcock in the Family Development Team via email or call 0191 4109974. Book here: https://www.ne-as.org.uk/Event/training-for-practitioners-2209

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

25
Nov

New Warlands Farm Christmas Market

Family Fun Day Fundraising

Saturday, 25th November, 10am – 3pmWe’re excited to announce that we’ve got some exciting things lined up for this year’s Christmas Market. Our adults have been working hard to create some amazing products – including Christmas cards, Christmas eve boxes and sweet treats that would make perfect stocking fillers.New for this year, we’ll also have a relaxed Santa’s grotto experience – and the big man himself is even scheduled to make an appearance. It’s set to be a very special event!

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

01
Dec

Great Christmas Bake Off

Activity Day Family Fun Day

On Friday 1 December, join us as we come together for the return of our Great Christmas Bake Off! Part of our #WhatChristmasMeansToMe campaign, this year’s event is following in the hoofprints of Rudolph, and going down in history. Think you’ve got what it takes to be Star Baker? Why not get everyone round the table to share the cakey goodness, all in the name of supporting autistic people throughout the North East. Do you have a tried and trusted recipe you can bake with your eyes closed? Have you found a new recipe that’s going to blow your competition away? […]

Newcastle and Surrounds

14
Dec

Guide Dogs Webinar

Educational Webinar

Do you work with children with a vision impairment aged 0-4, including those with complex needs? Join our webinar on Thursday 14 December 4-5pm, to hear how Guide Dogs’ Children and Young Peoples team are supporting children with a vision impairment and their families with early years development through Guide Dogs My Time to Play sessions. Guide Dogs My Time to Play sessions are fun and supportive small group sessions that help children aged 0-4 to develop the practical skills and confidence to explore their world through play. The sessions are delivered free of charge by our Habilitation Specialists and […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

12
Dec

Family Fund: Elfie Selfies! workshop

Educational Family Fun Day Webinar Workshop

Join us and learn how to make a Christmas-themed selfie on your iPad! This workshop is intended for families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people.  Children (including siblings) are welcome to attend! NOTE: You’ll need to have an iPad (or an iPhone) to participate in the workshop activities.  iPad Workshop: Elfie Selfies! Date:  Tuesday 12 December Time: 6pm – 7pm Book here: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/61UDWX/

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

30
Dec

Family Fund Digital Workshop: Animated fireworks for New Year’s Eve iPad workshop

Webinar

During the workshop, we will create a magical fireworks display – keep it silent or add a soundtrack but no loud bangs will be involved! At the end of the workshop, we will show you how to share your creation with your family and friends. To create your masterpiece, we will use the free ‘Keynote’ app. Join us on Saturday 30 December at 10am! Sign up for the Animated fireworks for New Year’s Eve iPad workshop Please note: We are holding this workshop online via Zoom An Apple-accredited trainer and a member of staff from the Family Fund team will […]

Newcastle and Surrounds Northumberland Tyne & Wear and surrounds

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Some West Yorkshire CANN Organisations

Meningitis Now.

We offer support, Information & guidance to anyone impacted by Meningitis through a range of support services to include: Nurse Led Helpline Community Support Officers based across the UK Activities and Support for young people impacted by Meningitis Family Day Activities Research into the disease and vaccines https://www.meningitisnow.org/get-support/

Fern House Bath, Road Stroud, Gloucestershire

Meningitis Now.

Additional Needs Advice Family Fun Days Grants Outreach Telephone Helpline
Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer personalised support through our centres, holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. We are here for everyone who needs us, for as long as they need us – providing early intervention for children, helping young people access education, and supporting the transition into adulthood and beyond. In addition to practical support, we also offer information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life. We currently provide short breaks services in West Yorkshire for Children with additional needs. We are also providing a summer holiday club for 2 weeks in August.

Sense

Additional Needs Advice Outreach Short Breaks Telephone Helpline
Irwin Mitchell Solicitors

Irwin Mitchell Solicitors has the largest, dedicated serious injury and medical negligence department in the UK and is one of the only UK law firms that can offer legal aid for certain birth injury claims with specialist teams based in offices across the country including Newcastle. Our experienced teams will take the time to understand what you and your family are going through, helping you get the answers and compensation you and your child deserve. We also have wider support through our specialist in-house teams including Public law & Human Rights and Court of Protection, as well as support from our dedicated Rehab Support Coordinators and welfare benefits advisors. These teams can assist with Local Authority, Statutory services, funding issues, transport and education issues and planning for the future to ensure your child and family are protected whatever happens. We will always visit you at your home or at a place that works best for you. Sarah Coles Partner and Specialist Medical Negligence solicitor has over 25 years of experience specialising in medical negligence claims and helping families through the process. She is the Regional Head of both Newcastle and Leeds Medical Negligence departments. Sarah has worked with families on […]

8th Floor, Wellbar Central, 36 Gallowgate, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4TD

Irwin Mitchell Solicitors

Additional Needs Advice
Life Science Centre

Life Science Centre is an amazing science centre in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where one ticket gets you everything, making for a great value day out! With hands-on exhibitions and a changing programme of activities throughout the year, there’s always something new to experience. Highlights include: Wow Zone. Get hands-on with thrilling and interactive exhibits. Explore how to bend beams of light, see yourself in an infrared camera, and operate the 6-metre-tall ‘Big Machine!’. The biggest planetarium in the north. Using Digistar 7 technology – Life’s planetarium system is the most advanced in the region, with state-of-the-art projectors to provide ultra-rich visuals and a truly immersive experience. Space Zone. Here you can explore inside a mock-up model of part of the International Space Station and watch shows on the Sphere, a digital globe displaying Earth, Moon and planetary satellite imagery. Making Studios. Where you can create, explore and tinker. Live theatre shows. Join our science explainers for amazing live science shows full of exciting demos. Experiment Zone. Grab a lab coat and do experiments using real tools and materials. Work on your own, in a team, or enlist the help of a friendly science explainer. Relaxed Sunday Sessions […]

Life Science Centre International Centre for Life Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP

Life Science Centre

Additional Needs Family Fun Days

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