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Calvert Lakes Information Session, Magic Show & Lots More...

Calvert Lakes Information Session

Last year we took a group of families on a weekend break to Calvert Lakes, which is a holiday destination in the beautiful lake district fully accessible to all, regardless of ability. This year we have been successful in securing some funding allowing us to subsidise another trip, making it more affordable for families. The trip will take place from the evening of Friday 25th July through to the afternoon of Sunday 27th July.

We will have a full schedule of activities, (yet to be decided) but could include canoeing, rock climbing, bushcraft, and swimming etc. All activities, accommodation and food included, you just need to provide the transport to get there, please note spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

For more information please come along to one of our two information sessions: Calvert Lakes Information Session

Magic Show for over 18's - PODS Fundraising Event

Thursday 6th March 2025 from 6.30pm-8.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

Join us for a night of wonder at the PODS Fundraising Evening!

Prepare to be enchanted by the incredible Jack Dent, a professional magician and proud member of the Magic Circle!

Just £10 per person, including light refreshments! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening of magic and fun while supporting a great cause!

To book your tickets, simply email Jo at: events@podstelford.org.

We can't wait to share this magical experience with you!

Newlife Awareness Session

We are delighted and extremely grateful to have received some funding from the Dorothy Pamela Smilth Charity via Newlife Charity to purchase some new sensory equipment to improve our sensory space and add new experiences especially for wheelchair users.

Why not pop along on the 17th March to meet the Newlife team and be the first to try out our new equipment.

Newlife Charity had this to say "Thanks to a generous donation from the Dorothy Pamela Smith Charity, Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children are thrilled to announce funding for new play toys and equipment to enhance our services!

To celebrate and share more about Newlife’s free services, we’re hosting a Newlife Awareness Session!

Join us for a day of valuable information, where you can:

• Learn about Equipment Grants and Loans available to support your child's needs.
• Discover the incredible Play Therapy Pods and how they can benefit your child.
• Access our Nurse Helpline for expert advice and guidance.
• Find out how we advocate for families and how you can get involved in our campaigns.
• Explore fundraising opportunities and ways YOU can make a difference.

Date: Monday 17th March 12.30 – 2.30
Location: PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

There will also be a chance to meet the Newlife nurses, sign up for Play Therapy Pods, and gain insight into how you can apply for Equipment Grants and Loans. Meet Newlife’s senior managers, ask questions, and learn how they can support you and your family. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect and learn more about the support available to you!

Find out more about Newlife at newlifecharity.co.uk" Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children

To book your place at the awareness session, please click here: Newlife Awareness Session

PODS Sensory Sessions 

PODS Sensory Sessions are held at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU.

Siblings are also welcome. Parent/carer supervision required at all times.

We have availability on the 0-6 years and 7-11 years sessions. Please click on the following links to book:

Monday 24th February 2025 from 3.45pm-4.45pm - PODS Sensory Sessions Age 0-6

Wednesday 26th February 2025 from 3.45pm-4.45pm - PODS Sensory Sessions Age 7-11

PODS Social Support Group at Blists Hill

Friday 28th February 2025 from 10am-12pm at Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford, TF7 5UD

Come and join us at PODS Family Group in Blists Hill Victorian Town for a chat, relax  and meet with friendly faces. Ask us for some advice or just enjoy a walk around the village.

Tickets are available at a subsidised cost of £3 per person. Tickets are non-refundable.

PODS will provide 1 tea/coffee/soft drink to each person booked, however you will have to purchase your own other refreshments if required. Places are limited and booking is essential, open to all PODS members living in Telford and Wrekin.

Please note that the tickets are non-refundable. Children, of any age, are welcome however if they are under 2 years old, no ticket is required. We will be meeting at the entrance at 10am, please let us know if you will be late or can no longer make it so as the group can enter on time.

To book, please click here: PODS Social Support Group at Blists Hill

PODS Stop Motion Video Club

Monday 24th February 2025 from 4.30pm-5.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

PODS Stop Motion Video Club continues. The children/young people will be provided with Lego and Ipads to help make the stop motion videos. 
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Costs: £3 per child/young person (Non refundable). Contact Uma at uma@podstelford.org for any details.

To book, please click here: PODS Stop Motion Video Club

PODS Pre-School Sensory Sessions 

Join our warm welcoming staff for our pre-school sensory sessions on a Friday morning 10.30am-11.30am during term-time.

The sessions are held at PODS Hub, this session is for children from 0-5. Please only take photos of your own children. 

No refunds available. 

To book, please click here: PODS Pre-School Sensory Sessions 

Nurture & Grow

Care in the Community by the Community

Nurture and Grow provides specialist PA support for children and young people aged 0-25 with disabilities and additional needs.

We are now accepting applications for support from individuals who are self funding or using direct payments.

Please follow the QR code in the poster or click below to apply:

Nurture & Grow Personal Support Application

Fully trained support workers providing 1:1 and 2:1 care.

Blossom & Bloom Stay and Play Session

Blossom & Bloom is a stay and play session for infants and pre-schoolers aged 0-5. There will be fun activities every week, come for a coffee, meet other parents in our welcome and inclusive environment. 

This will be open to all children prior and post diagnosis, this group every Tuesday term-time only it will run 10-11.30 at PODS hub for any extra information contact Louise@podstelford.org 

An Autism Early Years Programme Workshop at the University of Birmingham

The Department for Disability, Inclusion and Special Needs at the University of Birmingham is organising a workshop with Neil Stuart from Autism New Zealand, who will be sharing the approach he has developed to support parents who have children on the autism spectrum in early years. Neil delivers the Let's Play and Way to Play programmes and at this workshop he will be sharing the philosophy of the approach as well as some of the strategies that are used. The workshop is relevant for professionals working in early years settings as well as parents with a recently diagnosed child on the autism spectrum.

The event is being held in person at the University on 14th March from 10am-3pm. 

Details for the event along with booking and payment details can be found here: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/events/2025/03/ways-to-play-and-lets-play

Action for Happiness Calendar - Friendly February 2025

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