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If you've come to this page, it's likely that you are looking for ways to support a child or young person after a very difficult or distressing event.  Whether you are a parent, carer or trusted adult, the fact that you're here, thinking about how to support the child, already shows how much you care. Just being present, calm and thoughtful can make a big difference in helping a child feel safe again.

You may also be directly impacted by the event yourself or may be affected by knowing that something awful has happened to the child. Take care of yourself and use the information towards the end of this page for more ideas about self-care.

Below are practical, evidence-informed suggestions to support school-aged children and young people in the first days and weeks following a frightening and distressing event, this might have happened to an individual child or family, a whole group or even a whole community.

We hope the information here will reassure you about what you are already doing and provide clear guidance on other ways to support recovery, based on current evidence*.

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Supporting children and young people after potentially traumatic events - UK Trauma Council

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If you've come to this page, it's likely that you are looking for ways to support a child or young person after a very difficult or distressing event.

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Gross Motor Development - Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

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Gross Motor Development - Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

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Gross motor skills involve performing functional activities through large movements that incorporate the entire body. These skills are fundamental, not just for play and physical activity, but also for: Developing […]

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The advice and guidance section has some great information and idea's for gross motor skill development

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We are the UKs leading charity for autistic people and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people.

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Understanding Poop Withholding in Childhood: A Guide

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It’s essential to understand the various challenges children face, including the often-taboo topic of poop withholding. This behaviour can be distressing for both the child and the caregiver, and it’s crucial to approach it with empathy and understanding. In recent years, research has shed light on the reasons behind poop withholding and effective strategies to support children through this experience. This blog aims to provide caregivers with valuable insights and practical tips, particularly considering the diverse needs of neurodivergent children.

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CAFT is a registered charity that provides day trips, residential breaks and seasonal activities for children across the North West whose lives may be impacted by illness, complex medical needs, special educational needs, disability and social disadvantage.

At CAFT, we are committed to creating a joyful and inclusive environment where children of all abilities can come together to have fun and be themselves. Our team ensures that every child, regardless of their background or circumstances, feels welcomed and valued.

If you would like some more information about what we offer, click on our Visits page or to become involved with our wonderful charity, head to our Support page.

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CAFT | Fun filled days for children living with challenging lives

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CAFT is a registered charity that provides day trips, residential breaks and seasonal activities for children across the North West whose lives may be impacted by illness, complex medical needs, special educational needs, disability and social disadvantage. At CAFT, we are committed to creating a joyful and inclusive environment where children of all abilities can come together to have fun and be themselves.

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Children's Wheelchair Charity | Wheelchair Charity

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We provide disabled children with the essential wheelchairs and other mobility equipment they need to lead fun and active childhoods.

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Every day, Newlife is changing the lives of disabled and terminally ill children across the UK.

We offer a lifeline for families, providing life-changing and life-saving specialist equipment when and where it's needed. Childhood cancers, birth defects, accidents, diseases and infections can all cause disability. They are affecting children and their families every day.

With your support, we can ensure more children get the best possible start in life and fulfil their potential.

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Newlife the Charity - Changing the lives of disabled children

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Every day, Newlife is changing the lives of disabled and terminally ill children across the UK. We provide thousands of items of equipment.

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Special equipment for children - Variety, the Children’s Charity

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The right piece of equipment can mean the difference between playing outside with friends or watching from the sidelines; between being independent or relying on others for everything; between being able to do tasks safely and comfortably or struggling. It can help with pain management, muscle strength, communication, sensory challenges, self-esteem, social skills and confidence. […]

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Associate charities

Associate Charities are a select number of top performing, local organisations. We establish long term relationships with each charity and provide them with rolling, unrestricted grants. Associate Charities share their skills, knowledge and expertise throughout our networks to offer 'best practice' support to other charities and organisations.

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Associate Charities - Steve Morgan Foundation

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Steve Morgan Foundation Associate Charities are a select number of top performing, local organisations we establish long term relationships.

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Take a look at some of the stories about the children and adults we have helped to get an idea of the types of grants we award. You can see we fund a wide range of specialised equipment such as wheelchairs, trikes, seats and sensory equipment. If you are unsure whether the type of funding you need falls within our remit please do get in touch for more information.

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Independence at Home - Towards Independent Living

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Welcome Season’s Greetings from the Trustees and staff team at Independence at Home. Please note that our office will be closed from: Wednesday 25th December 2024 and will re-open on Thursday 2nd January 2025. Thank you for your continued support and kindness. Please use our website to find out more about: If you need information […]

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Family Fund delivers grant programmes to families raising a disabled or seriously ill child, on a low income, for things they need most.

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Florence Nightingale aid in sickness trust

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Florence Nightingale aid in sickness trust

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For 64 years the hospital continued its work but it was eventually sold due to rising costs and inflation. With the approval of the Charity Commission, the sale funded a new charity, The Florence Nightingale Aid in Sickness Trust. This was established in 1975 under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, who had been the Patron of the Hospital.

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Resources

for schools

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Teaching materials for schools based on the UK National Curriculum and a Whole School Approach to mental health.

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Free resources for practitioners delivering CBT based interventions with children, young people and families.

self-help

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Useful resources for children, young people and families struggling with feelings of low mood and//or anxiety.

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Free cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) resources to support children and young people struggling with low mood/depression and/or anxiety.

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Pokémon Sleep is a game that allows you to track and record your sleep simply by placing your smart device by your pillow*. You can discover all sorts of styles that Pokémon sleep in by resting your very best!

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Pokémon Sleep is a game that allows you to track and record your sleep simply by placing your smart device by your pillow*. You can discover all sorts of styles that Pokémon sleep in by resting your very best!

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Strategies for children with DCD and Dyspraxia

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Dyspraxia support videos - Watch Me Do It Project

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Dyspraxia support videos | Manchester Metropolitan University movement support videos for dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder (DCD)

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The children who need love the most will always ask for it in the most unloving ways Welcome to SEMH.co.uk, a site designed in 2016 to bring education staff together on the topic of SEMH and explore the best methods to support children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.

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EARLY YEARS - LEARNING TO USE A SPOON

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Start Here: Complete Your Home Safety Checklist Before Reaching Out To Our Team

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Listen to Sensory Chat: A Sensory Perspective on Spotify. Would you like to know the tips about sensory differences that therapists wish that every family knew?

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Home Adaptations FAQ: Your Quick Guide !

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Made a Referral for Your Child ? Here's Your Go-To Info Sheet !

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Major Home Adaptations Information Sheet

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Your child's struggles with meltdowns, fidgeting, focus, new textures, tastes, and smells, fiddly fine tasks, balancing games, settling to sleep or brushing their teeth... could be due to the way their brain handles information from their senses. Not your parenting. Not your child's lack of effort. Just the way their brain and nervous system work together.
That our unique sensory profile affects everything we do isn't widely understood. But once you look at your child's behaviour and preferences from a sensory point of view - well, it will transform your family life.

Sensory Help Now is a supportive online community of parents and carers with sensory integration qualified therapists on hand to answer your queries and concerns. We've also got a suite of short videos teaching you tips and activities (all based on research) that will help you better support your child's sensory needs at home. Join us today!

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Sensory Help for parents and carers. Receive information with short sensory processing courses about sensory issues and ask questions to a certified sensory integration paediatric practitioner. Learn more about your child's behaviour, sensory seeking or sensory overload, your sensory concerns can be supported.

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occupational therapy for children with sensory issues

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SPD Apps, Sensory Diet, Sensory Integration Home Program

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BrainWorks Online Become a member for unlimited yearly access to our digital activity cards! Includes our routine, emotions, primitive reflex and sensory

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Habitica is a free habit and productivity app that treats your real life like a game. Habitica can help you achieve your goals to become healthy and happy.

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SnapType - Simply complete any school worksheet on your iPad or Tablet.

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occupational therapist created SnapType A simple way to complete any school worksheet on your iPad or Chromebook. Give SnapType a Try Why you will love schoolwork with SnapType Intuitive design Simple enough for young students. Powerful enough for older students. Easy to use Students do schoolwork themselves, allowing teachers time to teach. Motivational SnapType helps

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Kids Can Rescue Pokémon from Cavity-Causing Bacteria and Make Tooth Brushing Fun with Pokémon Smile.

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Welcome to Sensory Ladders for Self Regulation

where sensory integration, dialectical behaviour therapy and trauma-informed care collide

History

Since 2001, Sensory Ladders have been used to support adults, teens and children with sensory integration difficulties manage to create the right space, to do the right thing, to be in the right place and at the right time. (Person, Environment, Task/Occupation for optimal Performance)

Clinical Application

Sensory Ladders can be made for anyone of any age and any ability. For use at home, school and in hospital. Supporting people developing shared understanding. Supporting understanding. Helping parents, carers and teachers provide the right support at any one moment in time

Personalised

Uniquely individualised and personalised. Sensory Ladders are about building a shared narrative and understanding. They promote awareness of self-states and how to use sensory strategies for self-regulation. Promoting successful engagement and participation in everyday life.

Find a quiet place, use a humble pen.
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About Us

Kath Smith OT developed the first Sensory Action Plans while working with adults in a learning disability inpatient setting in 1998. In 2001 the first Sensory Ladder, a derivative was included in a care-plan, building on ideas from the Alert Program, a paediatric programme. Sensory Ladders were developed to support the practice of Ayres' Sensory Integration beyond paediatrics. This practice was in its infancy at this time. Now they are taught and used across the lifespan.

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Welcome to Sensory Ladders for Self Regulation where sensory integration, dialectical behaviour therapy and trauma-informed care collide Learn more History Since 2001, Sensory Ladders have been used to support adults, teens and children with sensory integration difficulties manage to create the right space, to do the right thing, to be in the right place and...

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The Alert Program® has boiled down complex theory to create simple, practical solutions you can incorporate into your every day living.

One of the analogies we use with children is, "If your body is like a car engine, sometimes it runs on high (hyped up), sometimes it runs on low (lethargic), and sometimes it runs just right (alert and focused)." But it's not just children. We are all self-regulators.

Think about the ways you self-regulate. Do you need coffee in the morning to wake up? Do you take a brisk walk at lunch to keep you thinking clearly? Do you read before you go to bed to wind down for sleep?

The more we all learn about self-regulation, the better we can handle life's challenges. It helps us bring out our best selves.

We can show you how. We have been studying and sharing about self-regulation since 1990. Consider us your go-to source for solutions for yourself and co-workers, as well as your children, students, clients, family, and team members.

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Self-Regulation Alert Program® Online | AOTA Approved Provider

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Alert Program® (AOTA approved provider) teaches parents, teachers, & therapists to be "detectives" learning how to use simple sensory strategies.

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Teach Kids to Manage Big Feelings Through Effective Social Emotional Learning

Over 80% of U.S. public schools reported in 2022 on the negative impact of the pandemic on child well-being and self-regulation. Kids are:

Struggling to manage their feelings and mental health

More disruptive in the classroom

Needing additional social, emotional, and behavioral support

(source: National Center for Education Statistics)

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The Zones of Regulation is a complete social-emotional learning curriculum, created to teach children self-regulation and emotional control.

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Making sense of...:Is it sensory or behaviour? Part 3

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Our aim is to improve the child's function in daily activities so they can achieve their full potential and stay healthy. We work closely with partner agencies to provide safe, coordinated interventions, which focus on the needs of the child and their family and keep waiting times to a minimum. We're based at Sale Waterside but also work in a variety of settings including schools, nurseries, clinics and the child's home.

Occupational therapists are specially trained to assess and provide advice and intervention, for children with a disability and children who experience difficulties with everyday tasks at home, school and during play.

Occupational therapists assist with:

Specialist equipment

Minor and major home adaptations

Personal care skills

Splinting for chronic conditions

Developing coordination and fine motor skills

Advice for schools to accommodate the child's needs

Sensory assessments

Occupational therapists are specially trained to assess and provide advice and intervention, for children with a disability and children who experience difficulties with everyday tasks at home, school and during play.

Our specialist occupational therapists have developed these documents to cover a range of functional difficulties your child may be having.
By working through these with your child, you can help to improve their skills in things like handwriting, ball skills, doing/undoing buttons, using cutlery etc.
Please read our introduction to advice sheets to help you make the most of these resources.
Early Years Primary Secondary Visual Perceptual Skills General Strategies and Information

We love to get your feedback.

If you have any worries or concerns about the service you are receiving please speak with your child's therapist in the first instance. If your queries aren't resolved then our team leader will be happy to help.

If you're still unsatisfied then our patient advice and liaison service can help to raise this formally as a complaint. Click here to find out more.

If you think we've done a good job of looking after your child, then please let us know by contacting our compliments team. Click here to find out more.

You can also complete the Family and Friends Test here.

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Children's Therapy Service - Occupational Therapy - Trafford LCO

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Trafford Children's Therapy is a combined physiotherapy and occupational therapy service.

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I AM - Celebrating Autism in Greater Manchester

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Specialised 1-2-1 support

We provide specialised 1-2-1 support for a variety of needs to both members and non-members.

Aspirations - social and leisure activities

Aspirations has been running for over 20 years, providing a wide range of social and leisure activities for young people and adults from the age of ten upwards.

Parents and carers group

It's not just people on the autistic spectrum who can benefit from coming together and sharing experiences in our groups.

I AM - a community working with and supporting a wide range of people, aged 10 years and upwards, who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition.

£15 COULD BUY

Something for a young person aged 10 to 18 e.g. a youth group session.

£30 COULD BUY

Something for 18 + e.g. a support session.

£50 COULD BUY

Something for an elderly person e.g. life skills development.

Who we support?

The different terms used to describe the autism spectrum can be confusing and have changed over time. In recent years there have been changes to the systems that professionals use to make a diagnosis and diagnostic categories have changed. The most used term now is Autistic Spectrum Condition.

This means that people who have recently had an assessment are most likely to be given a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition.

Our community understands the challenges that ASC can bring. We have the knowledge, experience and passion to help individuals and families work through them towards a happier place with autism as a part of their daily lives.

Our mission is to create communities of support across Greater Manchester for people on the autistic spectrum which enable personal and professional development.

I AM - Celebrating Autism Greater Manchester

Set up to work with people with a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism. We only work with people who have had an assessment and received a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition (or one of the previously used terms).

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We are the UKs leading charity for autistic people and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people.

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Trafford CAMHS (formerly Health Young Minds) we offer specialist services to children and young people who are experiencing mental health difficulties.

We help children and young people up to the age of 18 years and provide assessment and intervention and support to their families/carers. Some of the problems that we can help with include:

Anxiety

Depression

Eating disorders

Psychosis

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Self-harm

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder)

More complex psychological difficulties

We deliver a range of specialist therapeutic and pharmacological interventions identified at initial assessment.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Emergency on call psychiatry service After 5pm weekdays and weekends / bank holidays via local A&E departments only.

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Trafford CAMHS (formerly Healthy Young Minds Trafford) - Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

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Trafford CAMHS (formerly Health Young Minds) we offer specialist services to children and young people who are experiencing mental health difficulties. We help children and young people up to the age of 18 years and provide assessment and intervention and support to their families/carers.

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Sensory integration courses for Parents and Carers

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Sensory integration courses for Parents and Carers

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We are Contact, the charity for families with disabled children. We support families, bring families together and help families take action for others.

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OT Activity Ideas search engine for parents, teachers, and pediatric Occupational Therapists. Products and activity search by skills and materials.

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Supporting individuals and families affected by dyspraxia/DCD

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This can make normal activities such as learning, playing or simply experiencing the world a huge challenge. Through our research we offer solutions and advice to help these children and their families enjoy lives full of hope and discovery.

Research is the foundation for all our work

Whether we're providing an innovative solution to a problem or new research on an existing condition, we partner with our experts to produce research-driven, evidence-based services, advice and support.

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Cerebra - Working with you and your amazing child

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Cerebra is the national charity helping children with brain conditions and their families discover a better life together.

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We're RCOT, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. We champion occupational therapy. We're here to help achieve life-changing breakthroughs - for our members, for the people they support and for society as a whole.

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Pete is an activist for the autistic community working through community building via the internet and in person, and tries to make Manchester autism friendly through concerned communities, forums, and committees. For more information, visit the (closed) Facebook Group. Below you'll find Pete's recommendations for sensory rooms, and additional information about autistism friendly facitilies in Manchester's Arndale Centre, and INTU Trafford Centre: Image credit: Redbank House Sensory Room
Located very close to the city center, this room is about ten minutes walk away from Victoria train station. Prices are £10 per service user; support workers are free of charge. This is for a one-hour session. Features include water beds, soft areas, bubble tubes, music and lights.
Address: 4 St. Chad's Street, Manchester, M8 8QA Email: info@redbankhouse.com Telephone: 0161 214 5959
Ordsall Leisure Centre Multi Sensory Room - Salford

Located inside a leisure centre in Salford, fairly close to Salford Quays. £7.50 for an adult for a 50 minute session with a 15 minute induction required. Features include bubble tubes, a sensory wall, infinity tunnel, soft area and a projector.
Website: http://www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/lifestyles/multi-sensory-room Address: Craven Drive, Orsdall, Salford, M5 3DJ Email: ordsallleisurecentre@scll.co.uk Telephone: 0161 848 0646 Image credit: Sensoriel Sensory Hub
Sensoriel Sensory Hub - Wigan

A sensory hub including a cafe. Features two rooms, a calm room with ball pit, bubble tube, dark den and vibro-acoustic couch; and an interactive room featuring a large interactive projection floor. Adult drop in sessions are £5 and take place on Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 and Wednesdays 1:30-2:30.
Website: http://www.sensoriel.co.uk/sensory-hub.html Address: Ashland House, Manchester Road, Ince, Wigan, WN2 2DX Email: info@sensoriel.co.uk Telephone: 07434 870862 / 07434 873507
Oldham Library Sensory Room - Oldham

Another small room, although this one can hold six people. Located inside a children's library it has very limited times for booking (Wednesdays 2-4. Thursdays 10-12.) but doesn't seem to have a cost attached. The online booking form only allows you to select two as the minimum amount of visitors. Features include a bubble tube, musical touch wall and infinity tunnel.
Website: https://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/200280/libraries/2064/sensory_room Address: Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre, Cultural Quarter, Greaves Street, Oldham, OL1 1AL Email: oldham.library@oldham.gov.uk Telephone: 0161 770 8000 Image credit: Benchill Community Centre Sensory Room
Benchill Community Centre Sensory Room - Wythenshawe

A very small room which can only fit three children and two adults, so probably only three or four adults max. Price is just £1 for half an hour and support workers are free. Features include a bubble tube, waterbed, interactive wall and aromatherapy diffuser.
Website: https://www.benchillcommunitycentre.co.uk/sensory-room/ Address: Benchill Road, Manchester, M22 8EJ Email: bcc@wchg.org.uk Telephone: 0161 946 9520
Autistism Friendly Facilities Around Shopping Centres

No specifically autistic friendly services are offered but there is a prayer room available which can also function as a quiet space. Due to the nature of the room it isn't guaranteed to be quiet at all times. It can be found near Shopmobility which is down the corridor leading out to Shudehill on the ground floor, next to Sports Direct.

The Trafford Centre offers a surprisingly broad array of facilities. There is a simple visual and a detailed guide available on their website which includes familiarisation pictures, maps detailing busy and noisy areas as well as quieter times to visit. They also have printable cards available to present to staff if needed. The guide and cards do use person first language ('has autism') however. There is also a prayer room in the centre too. This is located on the upper floor next to Debenhams, just at the doors to enter and exit closest to the bus stop.

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Your all ability cycling community
Have fun, make friends, get fit!
Come and join us - use the link here to find us - Everyone is welcome!

Weekend and School Holiday bookings must be made ONLINE .

Or use the QR code:
THE FINAL SESSION STARTS 1 HOUR BEFORE CLOSING
Please use the online booking system. Arrival without booking may result in disappointment if we are full. Price £3.00 per person for a 45 minute session. Card payments are preferable. SESSIONS START ON THE HOUR AND ARE FOR 45MINUTES.
THE FINAL SESSION STARTS 1 HOUR BEFORE CLOSING.

* Please see below for changes due to sports events

Monday: Longford 9am - 12pm
Friday : Longford 9am - 12pm
Sunday: Longford 1pm - 3pm

Note: Session changes in June and July at Longford Park:

Sports day and events cancellations:

* sessions cancelled on Mondays and Fridays in June and July until Friday 22 July due to school sports days.
* Some Sundays are also limited so please use the App for booking as this will be updated accordingly. Thank you.

Tuesday : Wythenshawe 9am - 3pm
Wednesday : Wythenshawe 9am - 12pm
Friday: Wythenshawe 9am - 3pm
Saturday : Wythenshawe 1pm - 4pm

Monday: Boggart 11am - 2pm
Saturday: Boggart 9am - 10.45am

Do You Want to Develop Your Cycling Skills?

We also offer group and 1-to-1 rides out from £20 per person- please message Sue or Helen for further info or to book. These have proved to be extremely successful and have meant cyclists have grown in confidence, developed bike handling skills and been able to explore the local area.
To book call Sue 07753 428 937 or Helen 07871 621 778
Covid 19
* We cannot clean down helmets in between sessions so if you want to wear a helmet please provide your own.
* Refreshments (cold drinks) are only available at the Wythenshawe track.
We will publish any future changes on this page and on our Facebook page to keep you up to date so please keep checking!

We look forward to seeing you soon! ☺

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Ever considered Volunteering with Us?

Simply Cycling welcomes new volunteers - From kitchen staff to mechanics, signing customers in to assisting cyclists on the track - we need you! If you have some time and are able to volunteer at any of the 3 tracks then please speak to Sue or Helen. Their details are on the 'join us' page!

Registered Charity no.1143362

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Play and Leisure

A child's main occupation is play. It is through play that children learn and practice new skills, make friends and find a sense of self.

There are a number of different ways to think about and define play. Play can be broken up into a number of types:

The Scottish Government

In June 2013, the Scottish Government launched Scotland's first national Play Strategy. This strategy was built on the views of children and young people, parents and carers, the play sector and others involved in children's wellbeing.

Play encompasses children's behaviour which is freely chosen, personally directed and intrinsically motivated. It is performed for no external goal or reward, and is a fundamental and integral part of healthy development - not only for individual children but also for the society in which they live.

- Play Strategy for Scotland 2013

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If you would like to read this document please download here

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NHS Health Scotland

NHS Health Scotland have published three books to encourage parents to establish good exercise habits and setting the foundation for learning throughout life.

Each book has a programme of play activities for babies and young children which will help your child's development and well-being. There are three books available:

The books are issued free of charge to all parents with children under 5 years within Scotland. For further downloadable activities sheets from NHS Health Scotland click here.

Hoop - What's on for families App

Hoop is a FREE app that makes it easy to find and book activities going on in your local area for children aged 0-11 years old.

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