daisy chain summer term 2013
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Activities on offer through Daisy ChainTRANSCRIPT
Coffee & chat with friends at Daisy Chain Light refreshments will be provided & opportunity for Indian Head massage
Beverley Dean - Special iApps: Beverley has developed a range of iApps for use with children with disabilities
Coffee & chat with friends at Daisy Chain Light refreshments will be provided & opportunity for Indian Head massage
Jane Harvey - Manager of Complex and Additional Needs TeamJane will talk about the new SEN reform- ’The Children and Families Bill’.
Matthew O’Farrell Discussing his experiences of living with Autism
Meeting at Daisy Chain
All parents/carers are welcome and crèche facilities are available at a cost of £5 for the first child and £2 for subsequent children. Please note that it is essential to pre-book a place in the creche.
The weekly programme is varied, with interesting speakers, workshops and an opportunity for an informal chat and light refreshments on the first Thursday of the month. For more information please contact a member of the Care Team on 01642 531248
18 Apr
25 Apr
2 May
9 May
16 May
23 May
Thursday Morning Links
is for parents and carers of children who have an Autism Spectrum Condition, or who have children going through the diagnostic process. ‘Links’ meets during term time each Thursday at the farm between 10.00am - 12.00 noon.
Services for Parents /Carers
6 Jun
13 Jun
20 Jun
27 June
4 Jul
11 Jul
18 Jul
Coffee & chat with friends at Daisy Chain Light refreshments will be provided & opportunity for Indian Head massage
Chris Tray Voyage Care talking about their services
Jenny Hutchinson SALTVideo Interaction Guidance
Meeting at Daisy Chain
Coffee & chat with friends at Daisy Chain Light refreshments will be provided & opportunity for Indian Head massage
Eastern Ravens Discussing their role in supporting young carers
Coffee and a chat at Daisy Chain before the summer holidays
Wednesday Evening Links6.00pm - 7.30pm (Monthly During Term Time)
If you are unable to make the Thursday morning Links, why not join us for a coffee and a chat on the following dates? We can discuss general and specific issues in a friendly and informal environment.
22 May19 June10 July
6.00pm - 7.30pm6.00pm - 7.30pm6.00pm - 7.30pm
Men’s GroupSecond Thursday of the month during term time 6.30pm - 8.30pm
A great opportunity for any male relative involved with a young person with an ASC to meet other men and chat in a supportive environment.
Thursday 9 May Meeting at Daisy Chain
Thursday 13 June Phil will meet you in the Norton Tavern
Thursday 11 July Meeting at Daisy Chain
Mix and MingleFirst Tuesday of the month 1.00pm - 2.30pm during term time
Have a coffee and a chat with other parents and carers in our newly refurbished farmhouse!
Tuesday 23 April
Tuesday 7 May
Tuesday 4 June
Tuesday 2 July
Activity DaysCome and have fun every Saturday at Daisy Chain. Open to families in the Tees Valley with a child affected by autism.
Every Saturday 11am - 3pm - Soft Play - Petting Farm
- Arts and Craft - Food Prep
- Outdoor Activities
Cost - £6 for the first child and £3 for each additional child
**Please note that parents/carers are required to supervise their children at all times.**
Family ServicesNewService - Adult Social Club We would like to start a new social club for adults between 18 - 25 years old on the autism spectrum.
If you feel you know someone who would benefit from this new service please call Daisy Chain on 01642 531248 for more information.
Holiday Activity Days Opening times 11.00am - 3.00pm
May Half Term
Sat 25 May Activity DayTues 28 May Activity DayWed 29 May ‘Chill Club’ *Thurs 30 May Activity DayFri 31 May Trip (details to follow)Sat 1 June Activity Day
Chill Club*This club is for young people aged 12-18 with a diagnosis of an ASC. The club will be held in our newly refurbished farmhouse.
- Wii - X Box - DVDs
- Computers - Cooking - Games
Cost - £12 per person(Unless additional support is required)
Short Break Service
Sessions are limited to 20 young people. Booking essential
Thurs 25 July Activity Day
Fri 26 July Trip (details to follow)
Sat 27 July Activity Day
Tues 30 July Activity Day
Wed 31 July ‘Chill Club’ *
Thurs 1 Aug Activity Day
Fri 2 Aug Trip (details to follow)
Sat 3 Aug Activity Day
Tues 6 Aug Activity Day
Summer Holidays 2013...
Thurs 8 Aug Activity Day
Fri 9 Aug Trip (details to follow)
Sat 10 Aug Activity Day
Tues 13 Aug Activity Day
Wed 14 Aug ‘Chill Club’ *
Thurs 15 Aug Activity Day
Fri 16 Aug Trip (details to follow)
Sat 17 Aug Activity Day
Tues 20 Aug Activity Day
Thurs 22 Aug Activity Day
Fri 23 Aug Trip (details to follow)
Sat 24 Aug Activity Day
Tues 27 Aug Activity Day
Wed 28 Aug ‘Chill Club’ *
Thurs 29 Aug Activity Day
Fri 30 Aug Trip (details to follow)
Sat 31 Aug Activity Day
NotesActivity Days are at Daisy Chain from 11am - 3pm£6 for the first child and £3 for each additional child.
Visit the website for updates on the different trips at www.daisychainproject.co.uk
For more details contact us on 01642 531248
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Services for Young People with an ASC
Social ClubsDaisy Chain runs a number of Social groups and Youth clubs for young people aged 5-17. The sessions are structured and provide opportunities for interactions and friendships between young people.
Places are limited and young people must have a diagnosis of an ASC. Please contact a member of the Care Team if you would like more information and to find out which club would be most suitable for your child.
Some of these clubs are funded by Stockton’s Early Intervention Grant.
Wednesday Night Fun 4.30pm - 6.00pm (Monthly)
This service is suitable for young people, with a diagnosis of an ASC and learning difficulties, who are unable to access the Social groups.
Sessions must be booked in advance, maximum 10 children
Please note that parents/carers are required to supervise their children at all times.
Siblings may attend
Wed 1 MayWed 5 June Wed 3 July
Cost: £6 for the first child & £2 for each additional child
Services for Siblings‘Sibz’ caters for siblings of children with an ASC and is suitable for young people aged between 8-16.
The group meets fortnightly. They enjoy outings, activity evenings and occasional education sessions, which help the young people understand more about Autism Spectrum Conditions.
Please ring for more information.
Cost - £6 for the first child & £3 for each additional child
Our Toddler group is for children under 5 with any special need and their parents/carers.
Meetings are every Wednesday 9.30am - 11.30pm during term time.
No need to book – just drop in!
£5 for each family
Toddler Group
One to one support with strategies and help to understand Autism Spectrum Conditions is available, by appointment, with a member of the Care Team.
The Care Team can work with children and young people as well as parents/carers.
For more information please contact a member of the Care Team on 01642 531248.
Advice, Support and Guidance
Activities for all Special Needs
Sat 25 May - Splash Stockton 4.15pm - 5.15pm, £2 per person
Mon 27 May - Cineworld Middlesbrough 10am, £5 per person
Sat 27 July - Splash Stockton 4.15pm - 5.15pm, £2 per person
Mon 29 July - Cineworld Middlesbrough 10am, £5 per person
Mon 19 August - Cineworld Middlesbrough 10am, £5 per person
Sat 24 August - Splash Stockton 4.15pm - 5.15pm, £2 per person
Please note, these activities are for all children with Special Needs and their families. They must be booked in advance.
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Call: 01642 531248
Visit: www.daisychainproject.co.uk
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