Easter 2016 multi-sports sessions for children with additional needs

Posted on March 20, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Kirklees Council has commissioned Sport Works to deliver free inclusive multi-sports sessions for children with additional needs over the Easter holidays.   These group sessions will aim to be  fun and stimulating – promoting physical well-being.

Sessions for different age groups  will take place at Colne Valley High School’s Sport Centre on 31 March and 1 April 2016.

  • The session for 7-12 year olds will take place between 10am-12.15pm on both days
  • the session for 13-19 year olds is taking place between 12.30pm and 3pm on both days.
  • They are able to accommodate a maximum of 20 per session on a first come first served basis.

Below is a link to the information pack that will answer many of the questions parents may have.  Please ensure that you ring the provider with any specific queries before booking.

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Parent Information Pack – Kirklees Short Breaks multi sports Easter 2016

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Easter short breaks 2016 – updated consent form to use

Posted on March 20, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Activities for young people with a disability aged 8 – 18 yrs are taking place on Thursday & Friday 7th & 8th April.

You will need to book a place as places are limited.

Activities include:

  • Outdoor activities
  • woodwork
  • canoeing
  • team building activities

For more details please telephone 01422 311299 or email compassbridge@hotmail.co.uk.

Please find links to relevant information and booking forms below:

Easter activities 2015 flyer

Essential Information Form

Mixenden Centre consent & medical form UPDATED VERSION (this is a new version that’s been sent to us.  If you have already completed a form from the previous post, please complete this form too and take it with you on the day)

IYSS Registration Form

Activity Table Easter 2016

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Bollywood Dance Event on 12th March 2016, in Huddersfield

Posted on March 12, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Come along to a fun Bollywood dance session – where you can learn some steps and dress up in scarves and sashes that will be provided.

It takes place on Saturday 12th March 2016 10am – 11am at the Yorkshire Children’s Centre, Brian Jackson House.

Tickets cost £1.  It is open to all ages and children with special needs are welcome.

Please click on the image below for more details:

Bollywood flyer

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Easter Short Breaks 2016

Posted on March 12, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Activities for young people with a disability aged 8 – 18 yrs are taking place on Thursday & Friday 7th & 8th April.

You will need to book a place as places are limited.

Activities include:

  • Outdoor activities
  • woodwork
  • canoeing
  • team building activities

For more details please telephone 01422 311299 or email compassbridge@hotmail.co.uk.

Please find links to relevant information and booking forms below:

Easter activities 2015 flyer

Essential Information Form

Mixenden Centre consent & medical form UPDATED VERSION

IYSS Registration Form

Activity Table Easter 2016

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Regular support groups at Yorkshire children’s Centre

Posted on March 12, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Yorkshire Children’s Centre are hosting, Community Support Groups  at Brian Jackson House:

Grandparent Kinship carers Support Group – every 2nd Thursday of the month 10am – 12. Next group 14th April. 

This group is designed for peer support, meet  others in similar situations, share information and make new friends.

Men’s Support Group – Fridays from 10.30am – 12.30.

For Men with time on their hands, unemployed, suffering with depression, mental health or in recovery or Dads wanting to meet other Dads. Whatever the issue, this group is designed for peer support, try new activities, occupy your mind, have fun and make new friends.

‘Itchy Tychy’s’ –  Every other Wednesday 10am – 12 – Next group, 16th March

Support Group for any Mums or Dads caring for a child under 5 with Eczema.

Struggling to find the right cure? Feeling alone, tired and frustrated?
If yes, or you know someone that may benefit from peer support, please share. A crèche facility and kitchen space are available for parents to come together, share advice, make friends and enjoy coffee!

All groups are FREE! If you require any more information please contact Kelle Myers 01484 519988 kelle.myers@yccuk.org.uk

 

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Easter egg art workshop – fantastic faberge eggs

Posted on March 12, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Globe arts education are running a FREE Easter Holiday Art Club for children aged 8+ on the following dates:

Mon – thur 4,5,6 & 7 April 2016

10am to 12.30pm

Wednesday 6th is for children with additional needs

Thursday 7th is for children with additional needs and their siblings.

For more details please visit www.globearts.org.uk, Tel 01484 650793 or email: info@globearts.org.uk

globe easter eggs craft session 2016

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Disability multisport session at Batley Baths

Posted on March 12, 2016 by PCAN Admin

A multisport session for people aged 16+ with a disability takes place on Thursdays at Batley Baths, 6pm-7pm.

It’s a fun filled session with lots of different activities including basketball, Boccia, Fun Fitness Circuits and much more!

It’s a great way to have fun and get fit in a friendly, supportive environment.

Parents have the opportunity to meet with each other and have a chat whilst their young ones enjoy the activities.

For further details please contact Kirsty Lowe at Kirklees Active Leisure, email: Kirsty.Lowe@kal.org.uk.

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Inclusive Tennis camps for the deaf

Posted on February 23, 2016 by PCAN Admin

The Tennis foundation are running some tennis camps for deaf people (please click on the images below for more details).

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Their website has more information about how people with different disabilities/special needs can get involved in tennis.

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Healthwatch Kirklees want your views on parking charges for blue badge holders at Mid Yorskhire Hospitals

Posted on February 23, 2016 by PCAN Admin

Healthwatch Kirklees have a survey which asks what people think about the parking charges for blue badge holders when parking at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals.  They are trying to understand the impact of the charges; are people struggling financially?  Are people missing appointments because they have to pay for parking?

Please share your views at:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MLWWCHJ

 

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Unofficial website for Blue Badge Scheme – don’t be caught out

Posted on February 23, 2016 by PCAN Admin
We have been informed by the Seashell Trust of the following:
Apparently  there is an unofficial website which is tricking people into paying more than necessary when applying for their Blue Badge.
The Blue Badge scheme enables disabled people to park closer to their destination, and anyone who thinks they may be entitled has to apply online to their Local Authority for a badge.
We have been made aware of a website which is wrongfully charging people more for the application – please be vigilant.
If you google ‘blue badge’ the first website that comes up is http://www.bluebadgeonline.org/ but, as stated on the site, this is not an official government website. It will take users through a short application and then ask for a payment of £49 to process the application.
Those who apply in this way are then emailed a link to download a form which must be completed and sent to their Local Authority. But as this isn’t an official application form, the Local Authority will then send out their own form to complete – and if successful, the applicant then has to pay the normal fee of £10 for the badge (processing costs). This should be the only charge made for a Blue Badge.
You should apply directly to your local council otherwise you will be charged an additional £49 to complete a form that is totally unnecessary.
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