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artsdepot Creative Makers provides creative learning opportunities for young people with learning and / or physical disabilities. The workshops encourage self-expression and build self-confidence by working towards a public performance or exhibition.

ASC Inclusion runs activity programmes throughout the year. Such as Treasure Hunts, Nerf Wars, Picnics, BBQs, Easter Egg Hunts. The objective of the activities is to encourage an active healthy lifestyle, and trained staff are always ....

Youth club for 14 to 19 year olds young people with ASD and high-functioning autism. The club offers participants the opportunity to join a structured youth group which will meet their individual needs and provide a safe environment in Lancashire.

Supporting families with children and young people on the a

For outdoor enthusiasts who also happen to be parents, taking the kids camping for the first time is an almost-intoxicating experience. Seeing their eyes light up at a night sky full of stars or the dancing flames of a bonfire can ...

The Beamsley Project is an independent charity with over 15 years of experience in providing accessible, self-catering holiday accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales.

Holiday Information - Listed are organisations who provide holidays, or information about holidays, for people with disabilities.

Tiggers holds regular trampoline sessions for children and young adults on the autism spectrum, in a safe and welcoming family environment. Games and sensory play are also available and we hold regular outings and other events.

An alternative respite solution from Holidays with Care Here at the Bond Hotel we are proud of the range of great holidays and care support that we offer to people with disabilities and special needs.

We are a music school teaching Guitar, Bass, Drums and Vocals. Class are well structured and children learn a song with a tutor and then all play together in a band.

The Lake District Calvert Trust is a residential outdoor centre with over 35 years’ experience delivering challenging outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities.

Come along to our adapted outdoor activity centre in the Lake District National Park and enjoy an exciting activity break together as a family

Enjoy the exhilaration and excitement of a wide range of activities which will help you conquer your fears, have some fun or simply relax in the beautiful surroundings.

The Lake District Calvert Trust Riding Centre is situated on the outskirts of Keswick, at the foot of Latrigg fell. The riding centre is a BHS-approved riding establishment, and is fully accessible.

Calvert Trust Exmoor is a five star accredited, award winning

Centre 404 is a charity that offers friendly, reliable and person centred support to people with a learning disability and their families in north London.

Activities and events at Chelmsford Museum - Fun for children & families, check out their website there's always something going on

Award-winning chinically tested natural & organic toiletries.

Cycle-R is a bike shop in Cannock who are also a registered charity that gives volunteers and special needs workers the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications.

Cycling Projects has brought cycling into many people's lives since it was registered as a charity in 1991. Since it started, we have become increasingly involved in cycling related training, bringing cycling to disabled people, enco...

Organise leisure and educational activities within the Black, Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and disadvantaged/low income families access all available services by offering a personalised, culturally aware service.

Disability Snowsport UK is a people-centred organisation with a unique sense of purpose: that anyone regardless of their disability can take part in and enjoy the thrill of snowsports.

DisabledHolidays.com is the UKs largest specialist travel agency, diligently committed to providing holidays that exceed the needs and wishes of our disabled customers.

A community project that encourages families living with additional needs to become more active together, through taking part in Boxercise Workshops. Family BoxerciSEN incorporates boxing movements with other types of exercise to create a safe, fun y

Worcestershire Parent and Carers’ Community offers an extensive range of family based short breaks. Our short breaks are varied and there is always something on offer to suit everyone.

The Family Holiday Association helps struggling families get a break. The families we support face some of the toughest challenges life can bring, from severe and sudden illness, to abuse or bereavement.

Often parents and teachers of a child within the autism spectrum have difficulty involving him or her in activities with others. Our activities will focus on improving social interaction and communication skills.

A fab-ewe-lous animal farm with a museum, cafe & gift shop. Plus outdoor play areas, indoor picnic/bouncy castle barn & indoor animal barns too. So there’s plenty to do come rain or shine!

Offers specialised camps to young people with complex needs irrespective of financial circumstances. Reduces risk of social exclusion of vulnerable young people on the autistic spectrum and promotes life-skills and therefore future independence.

Craft activities are fun for everyone, but for children on the autism spectrum, the opportunity to explore color, shape, and sensory experiences can stimulate attention, foster calm, and create loads of fun!

With more than a decade of experience in planning, arranging and operating rewarding, exciting, fun and safe holidays for adults and children with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, intellectual disabilities, autism, aspergers and ...

Disability Swimming Support & Education

GRAVITY Trampoline Parks are a great way for people of all ages to exercise by just having fun Wall-to-wall trampolines are connected together to form a huge open play area with those at the edge literally going up the wall.

Gwesty Seren Hotel offers holiday breaks for persons with Learning Disabilities, their carers and families in luxury accommodation in the heart of Snowdonia.

Provides self catering accommodation and facilities to support families with members of any age on the Autistic Spectrum. For a holiday where Autism is understood & catered for on the south coast of the beautiful & tranquil Isle of Wight.

HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust is a charity offering pilgrimage holidays, to Lourdes in the south of France, for disabled and disadvantaged people from around the UK and further afield.

We are proud to announce that we will be offering a Special Needs team within our programme!

Imagining Autism is a collaboration between the disciplines of drama and psychology that seeks to remediate the difficulties that autistic children have with communication, social interaction and imagination.

In-deep offers free music therapy once a month on every second Saturday in Victoria, Central London by trained, experienced music therapist with volunteers on hand to provide support. There are two groups and we provide for 3 - 16 year olds.

JEDAA provides drama workshops for learners with autism, and CPD training for teachers wanting to expand their practice of using drama with those on the autism spectrum.

Jump Space provides specialist Trampolining, Rebound Therapy and Active/Sensory Play to children and young people across the whole spectrum of disability, as well as their siblings. As well as our ongoing sessions for groups and individuals, we also

JumpingClay hosts an array of different activities throughout each break. These range from single hour sessions to weekly schemes. Come for a day or sign up for the full week and create a masterpiece that will take pride in your home.

Movement! is our Monday night class for adults with a disability, learning disability or autism. These fun classes are a great way to learn and improve your dance and performance skills, as well as keep fit and meet new people!

Relieve the strain on families and reduce stress for parents whilst giving the child or young person an opportunity to get away from the family home, enjoy new experiences, make new friends and meet new people.

The Friday Club is a social club for adults aged 18-25 with learning disabilities and has been hugely popular with young adults from different areas of Leeds, who come together each week to socialise and have fun.

A club offering young people with a learning disability a chance to meet new friends, to get involved in a variety of activities, and to have fun in an environment that is both welcoming and safe.

Leeds Mencap’s 9-13 Youth Club offers young people with a learning disability a chance to meet new friends, to get involved in a variety of activities, and to have fun in an environment that is both welcoming and safe.

Me2 is a dance group for individuals both with and without disabilities aged 11-25. Me2 is open to persons of all levels and abilities - to those who are new to dancing as well as to those more experienced.

Leeds Mencap run week-long school holiday playschemes for young people with learning disabilities. Our playschemes are open to all and emphasise having fun and making new friends.

One of my favourite activities to do with children is to look for Wildlife. Not only is it lots of fun, but by creating a scrapbook of the Wildlife they encounter it becomes a fantastic learning opportunity. My Memory Tree is a fun and easy to .....

The Me2 programme aims to counter the negative attitudes and social barriers that often prevent disabled young people including young people with additional needs from being included in mainstream youth and leisure activities.

Super-helpful information and tips on how to modify your backyard to accommodate children with special needs

Explore our galleries exclusively from 08.30am (normal opening hours are 10am-6pm). Discover fascinating objects and take part in relaxed family activities such as object handling, arts and crafts and a sensory space. Morning explorers is free...

My Memory Tree is a private and secure online album, diary, and scrapbook platform. You can create as many albums, diaries and scrapbooks as you need to organise your photos and display them in a elegant and sleek fashion.

Our holiday accommodation and respite round the year with full board or three meals per day for people with learning disabilities offering fun, adventure, and an opportunity to meet new friends.

If you live in or near Lancaster & Morecambe there are a whole list of activities, support groups, workshops available through NAS Lancaster & Morecombe Branch. View the website for upto date information.

North Notts Makaton choir in Retford is an inclusive choir for children and adults with additional needs. We meet on a Tuesday Evening between 5.15 & 6.15pm. Visit our Facebook page for more information.

Nutley Edge is a beautiful rural holiday destination in East Sussex. We would love to welcome you on one of our Activity Breaks for adults on the autistic spectrum. Get some country air, make friends and try new activities, all in a stunning setting

ODEON is aware that going to a standard performance of a film can be a challenge for guests on the autism spectrum or with sensory or learning disabilities.

There are good theatre companies, and there are great theatre companies. There are great theatre companies, and there is Oily Cart. Since 1981 Oily Cart has been taking its unique blend of theatre to children and young people in schools ...

Kerry Farm provides supported holidays for disabled people. When someone is disabled or has a learning disability, finding the perfect holiday can be tricky, Kerry Farm give you the chance for a stress-free break.

We offer horse riding and animal activities including small animals. All lessons are 1-1 in a quiet family run stables and therapy center. Classroom, sensory room and therapy room also on site alongside a nature walk and next spring a sensory garden

3 in 1 childrens bikes. The PediBal range allows children to progress to two wheel riding easily and safely at the own pace with the Super Lightweight Aluminium Bikes.

We have 2 different holiday clubs based in the North West. Check out our website for full information

Playgrounds are meant for ALL children. Parents and school administrators need occasional reminders that this means including children with special needs too. “Special needs” can range from physical challenges to emotional ...

The Quest 88 range of cycles and tricycles enable children and adults with many different levels of physical and cognitive ability to participate in cycling alongside their peers, promoting fitness, fun and inclusion.

Redbank House has 2 multi sensory rooms (Sensurrond). A safe multi-sensory space offering a private environment where senses can be developed and explored for both children and adults with special needs.

Park Theatre Provides Relaxed Performances at intervals throughout the year

Autism friendly screenings taking place every last Sunday of the month at Cin Lumire in South Kensington.

Our Relaxed experience is a factory tour which has been designed specifically for people on the Autistic Spectrum and their families, and suitable also for people with a learning disability or sensory and communication disorder..

Various event flyers - Midlands & London Areas

Salisbury Support 4 Autism has over 10 years of experience in the development and delivery of specifically designed services and training to people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families, who require care and support in a progressive lifelo

100s of great sensory ideas to make at home using everyday items

Some great ideas for planning birthday parties.

Each week you will dive into the world of arts, crafts, messy play and sensory activities, allowing the children to create, investigate and explore while encouraging the use of all the senses. FEEL Theatre believe that simply through playing, it can

SSFs active and inclusive approach engages over a thousand pupils with Special Educational Needs each year including ASD, as well as staff, proving that Shakespeare is for everyone.

Whats your passion Sheffield Mencaps Young Peoples Radio Group learns about things theyre passionate about and makes podcasts about them.

At Snydale RDA, our horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities in the local area. Our group organises activities such as riding, carriage driving, vaulting and showjumping.

Gambado offers children with Autism and Special Educational Needs Disabilities the chance to play, learn, run free and explore in a fun, safe and stimulating environment, that they would usually find overwhelming.

Community & Disability Workshops - We provide a safe, secure and fun environment for people explore their musical talents, as well as learn new ones.

The Autism Groups offers a variety of Special Interest Social Clubs built around topics that young people told us they enjoy. You can find clubs offering Pokemon Magic, Arts and Crafts and Console Gaming. Sessions run in Maidenhead, Burchetts ....

Specialist holiday club for children with additional needs. All staff are specialists in special needs and will be providing, arts and crafts, sports, sensory play and lots of fun!

A unique dating and social media Facebook group

Situated on Bidston Hill on the Wirral Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm provides placements for adults on the ASD spectrum. The farm provides a safe and pleasant environment, offering animal husbandry and horticulture.

We are starting a new Performing Arts class targeted to the specific needs of children on the Autistic Spectrum. The class is open to children from ages 5 to 11. And there are no auditions. It is run every Saturday at 12 noon, and last

Learning to ride a bike is a significant milestone for children, and they love the freedom it brings. But a child with disabilities requires special help to ride. In the past, bike riding was usually not an option for special needs kids, but today's

The Forest Country Cottages is a beautiful four acre holiday complex, nestled in a magnificent welsh valley, offers four cosy and comfortable cottages with all the amenities of home.

Horse Boy Method is a tried and tested, scientifically proven means of gaining communication and re-patterning the brain for people on the autism spectrum - ADD, ADHD, Anxiety and other neuro-sensory diagnoses - using horses, movement...

A multi skills sports club for young people with additional physical and learning needs.

We have three Grasshoppers groups based in Horsham, Crawley and Worthing offering regular holiday activities on weekdays and a Saturday Club during term time for children with disabilities or special educational needs aged from 5 – 12.

We provide outstanding facilities for families and groups like ours, on a dedicated 25 acre site, in a safe secure and non-judgemental environment.

The Woolverstone Project provides sailing opportunities and tuition for those with disabilities with sailing throughout the year at Alton Water and during the summer months at Woolverstone on the River Orwell.

Our therapy ponies are used for clients of all ages and capabilities. We can offer grooming, patting, walking, riding if suitable, as a general fun activity or part of an educational programme. The sessions are on a one to one basis.

Tiptoe Theatre is an inclusive drama group based in Lincoln for children and young people aged 5+, with additional needs and ASD. We offer fun, engaging, accessible, and bespoke drama workshops weekly, focusing on building social and ...

WALC - Wakefield Autism Leisure Club - Is a Wakefield based sports club for children and young adults with learning difficulties.

Days out offering riding experience at Escomb Riding for Special People

Relaxed Performances - These are specifically designed for people who find regular performance settings difficult. If you or someone in your group are on the Autism Spectrum, have an additional or complex needs and would find sitting in a busy...

WCC are piloting a Saturday club for families with autistic children within our local community of Greenwich. The Saturday Club will target children and young adults (10 to 19) with Autism to support, educate and raise awareness for parents and o...

Wrose Adventurers is an association set up for young people aged between 11 and 25, with Asperger’s syndrome or high functioning autism. We are a small and friendly group, based at Highcroft Youth Centre in Wrose, Shipley.

We work with a range of young people from a variety of backgrounds. Our purpose is to allow all members of the community to identify projects or initiatives that will improve the quality of life for the community as a whole.

We offer a wide range of services from 1:1 sessions, to Family Fun days, Summer Camps, Parent Programmes, Kids Clubs, Family Coaching and Enrichment days.

The Stress Alert Card gives families of autistic young individuals a priority checkout service when they visit Stores, banks, Libraries and other Public Services.

How can we make our homes accessible to an autistic lifestyle? Families in the autism community do what they have to do to make their homes livable, as stimming, special interests and sensory integration become a huge part of family life.

The CBeebies website has games and activities specially designed with input from early years specialists. Playing these games and activities can be a great way of helping your child focus on early years topics.

The Card enables a disabled cinema guest to receive a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them when they visit a participating cinema. The Card is also one way for cinemas to make sure they look after their disabled guests.

Our bespoke, stylish Safe & Sound pods offer an inviting, safe, soft space to help cope with sleep and smearing problems, night time noise, safety issues associated with autism, challenging behaviour and more by Creative Care Limited.

We provide creative equipment solutions which help disabled people get more our of life.

GemIIni is a proven way to teach speech and reading skills to people with autism, Down syndrome, and other special needs.

Many parents struggle with getting their child to sleep. This guide to helping children with autism fall asleep is designed to provide useful suggestions to help your child sleep

Information and tips on how to keep children safe in public spaces.

JumpingClay specializes in developing exclusive educational programmes and clay activities for children, teenagers and adults. Let us create your theme and you too can Learn Through Play.

Kingkraft have over 30 years experience designing and manufacturing equipment which helps to maintain the independence of people with varying degrees of mobility.

Look Inside Sensory Learning & Play C.I.C. provide a safe, stimulating environment for all children, including those with additional learning needs.

OtterBox phone cases and covers, now in the UK and Europe, offer the best phone protection.

Autism Ideas

Over 30 years experience in designing and installing multi sensory environments and soft play areas.

Sensory Direct was born out of necessity back in 2005 following our son’s diagnosis of Autism in 2003. In addition to his Autism, Ethan hardly ever slept and was on the go constantly – running up & down the hallway, spinning, swinging his arms, ju..

Create Your Own Sensory Onesie. super soft cuddle fleece, bamboo towelling, soft cotton jersey t shirt, you choose. Sewn in a way where the seams feel seamless, no labels.

Sensory Scout is for parents who embrace different through the tools, education, and support to help to their sensory child thrive.

Sensory Slumber weighted blankets and Lap Pads can be found in schools, nurseries, specialist autism centres, children's homes, day care centres and special needs schools in the UK, Ireland, France and the US...

12 Ways to Tame a Tempersaurus Posters

Autism - Isis adventure puzzles

SpaceKraft develop and manufacture a full range of sensory products that provide genuine solutions for carers and teachers who face the difficult challenges of special needs people.

With over a thousand apps now available to help individuals with special needs it has become increasingly difficult to find and choose the right special needs app.

As a single parent and a devoted daddy of 2 young daughters, I saw an opportunity to start a new business manufacturing these themed printed fabric dens. They will fit over your dining or kitchen table in your own home to make an insta...

The Hair Bears are the first ever sensory mobile hairdressing service for children with additional needs. We are dedicated to creating a complete sensory experience instead of the average haircut. We know that involving sensory play, childr...

Speech and language therapy (ST) is an assessment, diagnosis and treatment process commonly used to help those of all ages with language and communication difficulties. It also focuses on the management and improvement of eating and swallowing proble

Michael is 21 and contacted our Work Skills and Employment Team because he wanted support finding a job in the car industry, as he had a passion for cars.

The social network for parents of kids with autism

With 6 Youth Zones in the North West, each have an inclusion team that support ALL young people with a disability or additional need to be able to participate in the youth and sports programme.

Monica Sharma first realised something wasn’t quite right when her son Ahaan, now aged five-and-a-half, wasn’t speaking at the age of two.

We have two Buddies groups in West Sussex which provide a range of evening and holiday activities for teenagers in Horsham and Crawley with disabilities. They are peer mentored by volunteers of their own age group who provide friendship and support f

A collection of inspiring articles about autism - redefining the condition and offering guidance on how best to care for autistic children. Consultations and Publications also available.

An autistic child's mum tells about the strides her son made in the Early Achievement program.

Zebedee Performing Arts Club is inclusive drama group which values our members as equals, encouraging children and young people to achieve their full potential.

We want to empower people through innovative technology. We develop assistive technology software for iOS and Mac OS X. Our team of 30 professionals is dedicated to creating meaningful applications for people with physical, vision, communication a...

A selection of Autism Apps, listed in alphabetical order.

We passionately believe that interactive experiences with music can enrich the lives of people of any age or physical ability.

A provider of books, services & training for people who find pictures easier to understand than words. Whether supporting somebody with a learning disability or communication difficulty, our products and services empower through pictures.

Brain in Hand is a unique assistive technology support system enabling individuals to be their best – confident, motivated, supported and in control.

The trackballs are more durable than a mouse and the user experiences greater cursor control because of their stability. The Max KidTrac has been adapted for large button switches to be attached for special needs.

Tablets are having a big impact on the communication and special needs industries, but why pay a premium price for a consumer item?

The digital age brings good news for teachers and parents dealing with students with autism. Take a look at our comprehensive list of digital resources for students with autism.

A comprehensive solution based on Applied Behaviour Analysis, one of the world’s most effective learning methods, which draws from the extensive experience of scientists and clinicians.

Experia is the UK's number 1 designer manufacturer and installer of Wireless Multisensory Equipment. We take a fresh fun and innovative approach to creating multisensory environments for all ages and abilities.

Play, Train, Learn. Unique benefits of MONOMA including its ability to track a students progress and display it graphically for inclusion in the student/Patient record.

I Can Have Conversations With You!™ improves the language, thinking, and social communication abilities of kids 6+ with autism who talk and read.

immersionBOX is our portable sensory room. including a multitouch user interface, projector, speakers and motion capture sensors to create rich, varied and highly personalised sensory experiences.

Motivational Apps created by Inclusive Technology specifically for children. Carefully designed to meet a range of special educational needs including switch access for those with physical disabilities.

Specialists in innovative Special Needs interactive and immersive products.

KASPAR, the amazing and lifelike child robot, is featured as part of a BBC initiative.

Magic Massage Ultra is the most versatile portable TENS massager in the market today. With 16 different massage modes and the ability to power four pads simultaneously, Magic Massage Ultra offers amazing functionality in a very small form factor.

At MERU we offer an individual design and manufacturing service of disability products for young disabled people when no other product exists to meet their needs.

OMi design, develop and supply interactive technologies for the education, special needs, health care, leisure and retail sectors. OMi technologies provide stimulating and exciting multi-sensory and learning experiences that users can control through

A revolutionary wireless interactive sensor system comprising eight light emitting discs to position anywhere, in design, as visual reference points for users.

PicBoard turns your iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch into a visual prompt board. With the TalkBoard add-on, PicBoard can also become a communication aid. PicBoard is great for teachers, Speech Therapists and parents of children and adults with:

We make customised mobile apps to help improve SEN school communications with parents at lower cost. The apps carry messages, news, events, general information, contacts, forms and more and are modern substitutes for Home School Diaries and paper new

Software that Motivates, Entertains and Educates

Smart Apps for Kids - iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch

We create assistive technology for people with disabilities; for communication, environment control, computer control and much more.

With over a thousand apps now available to help individuals with special needs it has become increasingly difficult to find and choose the right special needs app.

TalkBoard turns your iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch into a communication aid and visual prompt board. TalkBoard is great for teachers, Speech Therapists and parents of children and adults.

Mobile Apps - The CHP Emotion Card Game is a tool to improve communication between families and friends, and resolve the issues that come up in daily life. Also suitable for teachers and students.

Using a tablet, laptop, or another mobile device for learning on-the-go can help connect the dots where traditional learning may lack. You will also want to ensure that your child's mobile phone or other mobile devices has adequate access...

We are a UK based company located in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. Our apps are built to assist those with Autism, Dyslexia or those with learning difficulties to read and create stories in a fun way.