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PODS Open Day, Sleep Course, Arthog Outreach & SkyReach Sessions & Lots More...

PODS Open Day

Come and join us for our 1st open day. A great opportunity to meet the team and discover our new sensory room, whilst your here find out more about the fantastic services and upcoming activities we have on offer.

There will be other partner organisations ready to meet you and discuss how they can help, such as Foden's Solicitors, the Autism Hub, IASS and Be Happy support.

A free bouncy castle and face painting for all, Hot dogs £1.50, Drinks £1 and a selection of cakes available. For more information, please email events@podstelford.org

PODS Evening Sleep Course

Starting on the 14th June we will be running our 3 week sleep workshop, places are very limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. It is vital that participants attend all 3 sessions in order to complete the course. Please note this is an in-person course held at our PODS Hub, it will start at 6pm and last approximately 1.5-2 hours.

The course will be run by trained Sleep Tight Practitioners, the sessions aim to improve participants knowledge around positive sleep behaviours and equip you with strategies to improve bedtimes and lessen night wakening's.

To book a place or find out more information please email elaine@podstelford.org

Arthog Outreach and SkyReach Sessions

Join PODS this June and July for sessions at Arthog Outreach (Wellington) and SkyReach (Town Park)! Sessions are every Monday at 4:45-6:15 during term-time and open for primary aged children and 12-25 years, alternating between the two venues and age groups. Activities at SkyReach may consist of high ropes, quick jump, orienteering and crate stack. Activities at indoor Climbing, archery, orienteering, woodland/ stream adventure, bushcraft, crate Stack, abseil slope. Parent/carer attendance is required (as either participant or spectator).

Bookings essential via Ticketsource. Please email jeannie@podstelford.org for more information.

Arthog Outreach 12-25 

Arthog Outreach Primary Age 

SkyReach 12-25 

SkyReach Primary Age 

PODS attend The Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace

PODS are proud to share that on Wednesday 3rd May Jon the Chair of Trustees and fellow Trustee Sarah were invited to attended the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. This was in recognition of PODS being awarded the Queens Award for Voluntary Services last year. They were delighted to be attending and representing all of PODS volunteers, they had a wonderful day and it was even gloriously sunny for the occasion.

Whilst they were not fortunate enough to meet any royalty in person they did manage to catch a glimpse of the soon to be crowned King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla. They throughly enjoyed meeting some of the other guests and telling them all about PODS and the wonderful volunteers. Sarah stated that is was a fabulous day and seeing all the array of colours of the outfits added to the excitement of the day. It was a real honour and privilege for us both to represent PODS at such an important and historic event.

PODS Social Group (for 12-25 year olds)

PODS is hosting a Board Games evening for young people aged 12 years to 25 years and their siblings.

Tickets: £3 per young person attending
Time:     6pm-7.30pm
Venue:   PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford TF2 9TU

The young people are free to “Bring their Own Board games” to play too. Parents/carers to stay on the site during the session.

To book, please click here: PODS Social Group (for 12-25 year olds)

Cavalier Project - 8 Week Wellbeing Programme

Please see the poster below from the Cavalier Centre regarding their 8 Week Free Wellbeing Programme for over 18s.

Short Breaks Newsletter – May 2023

Sharing from Telford & Wrekin Council…

"Telford and Wrekin’s Leisure Services have improved their inclusive offer!

A partnership of people across Telford and Wrekin’s Leisure services, Adult and Children’s Social Care and parent carer
forums have worked together to support and improve the delivery, inclusivity and accessibility of the Leisure offer to local
people with disabilities."

To read the newsletter in full, please click here: Short Breaks Newsletter – May 2023

PODS PFA Open Room

Tuesday 16th May 2023 from 12pm-2pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

Join us for the first PfA Open Room of 2023!  

This group is aimed at those parents/carers of young people aged between 14 and 25 to have a chat and share experiences over tea, coffee, and biscuits. During the group, I will be introducing myself, explaining my role, how I may be able to help your young people, and what form that help can take. It will also give you a chance to raise any concerns and share ideas and experiences.  

This will be a regular support group going forward. If you are unable to make it, please feel free to contact Matt on: matt@podstelford.org

To book your place, please click here: PODS PFA Open Room

PODS MenSpace

Wednesday 17th May 2023 from 12pm-2pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

A chance to put the world to rights over cake and coffee! Join us at the MenSpace group. A group dedicated to male carers.

These groups are guided by you, you can talk about whatever you want, and give us all chance to help each other out. You will also be able to influence how these groups run in the future by feeding back what you want from the group and how we can achieve this. 

To book your place, please click here: PODS MenSpace

PODS Forum and Befriending Scheme Cake Decoration Family Group

Wednesday 17th May 2023 from 10am-11.30am at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

Come and join us at PODS Family Group at the PODS Hub for a chat, relax and meet with friendly faces. Some of our Befrienders will be available on the day to offer a listening ear and emotional support too should you need it.

In this session we will be learning some tips and tricks on Cake Decoration. All the items/ingredients needed will be provided by PODS. In case of any allergies, please let us know in advance as this will help us to provide the correct ingredients for you on the day. Booking is essential.

To book your place, please click here: PODS Forum and Befriending Scheme Cake Decoration Family Group

PODS Code Club

Monday 15th May 2023 from 3.45pm to 4.45pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

PODS Code Club is running sessions for children from 7-13 years old during Term Time. The children will be learning to code in SCRATCH. Along with learning how to code, the children will also be building upon their skills like problem solving, collaboration and communication. 

Session costs are non-refundable, parent/carer/PA must remain on site for the duration of the session. Please ensure every child/young person attending has a ticket, those attending without a ticket will be turned away. Adult tickets are NOT required.

To book your place, please click here: PODS Code Club

PODS May Activity Sessions

Join PODS this May for a variety of activities! Bookings via Ticketsource. Parent/carer attendance required. To book, please click on the links below:

Games 

Crafts - SOLD OUT

Inflata Nation - SOLD OUT

Enginuity 

Wolf Yoga - SOLD OUT

Active Session 

Save the Date for PODS Picnic in the Park at a New Venue!!

Monday 7th August 2023 from 10am-4pm at Charlton School, Apley, Avenue, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3FA

Please see the poster below for PODS Picnic in the Park at a new venue, further details will follow soon.

Information from Telford & Wrekin Community Champions

World Lupus Day 2023- 10th May 2023

NHS shares information about Lupus and some of the main symptoms as below:

• Joint and muscle pain.
• Extreme tiredness that will not go away no matter how much you rest.
• Rashes – often over the nose and cheeks. Find out more here.

Exercise has many physical, emotional and social benefits and it is particularly helpful for people with lupus. Most people with lupus can take part in some form of activity and regular exercise has been shown to significantly improve quality of life beyond just improving sleep and energy levels in people with lupus. 

World ME (Myalgic encephalomyelitis) Day- 12th May

12th May marks World ME Day. Myalgic encephalomyelitis, also called chronic fatigue syndrome or ME/CFS, is a long-term condition with a wide range of symptoms. World ME Alliance shares “The theme for World ME Day 2023 is the hallmark symptom of ME: post-exertional malaise. The campaign is all about changing the narrative, so that globally people begin to understand this disease more accurately. That’s why our tagline this year is “ME: the disease where pushing harder can make you sicker”. 

NHS also share some information.

World Fibromyalgia Day- 12th May 2023

12th May 2023 marks World Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. The NHS website shared information about Fibromyalgia including some of the symptoms.

The symptoms of fibromyalgia are changeable – for example, they can sometimes suddenly improve or get worse. Any low-impact aerobic activity, such as swimming, stretching, gentle running or walking, can help with many symptoms of fibromyalgia. As little as 5 minutes of activity a day can reduce pain, help sleep and decrease stress. Speak to your health professional to find the right exercise and regime for you.

Support Group - Menopause Chat

There is an upcoming Menopause chat event happening. This will take place on Wednesday 7 th June, 2pm-3pm in the Café at Park Lane Centre, Woodside, Park Ln, Telford, TF7 5QZ. This is currently a one-off session, however there may be future sessions moving forward.

Action for Happiness Calendar - Meaningful May 2023

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Thank you for reading our latest Ebulletin, please stay safe & well. 

Kerrie Seagrave, Member Support Co-ordinator

on behalf of PODS Parent Carer Forum.

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