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Beacon Films CIC is a multi-award winning training and production organisation for filmmakers with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs.
For young people (aged 6 - 19) with no experience of filmmaking, Beacon Films runs a BFI Film Academy from November - February each year, during which young people learn all about filmmaking by creating and starring in their own short film. Places are FREE but limited, so contact us early to avoid disappointment!
A travelling multi-sensory resource for children with disabilities, their families and friends. Activities include music, storytelling and creative play. Sensory Spaces appears at festivals and family events in the region.
Sensory Spaces was set up to address the needs of all children at local events and to encourage families to attend. The aim is to provide a safe, relaxing space where children can listen to music and stories, explore their creativity, dress up, play and have fun.
We offer:
The FAB (Fantastic and Brilliant) Group is a group of young people aged 11 to 25 who have SEND. Every month, the FAB Group come together to make friends, share experiences and exchange insights into support for young people with SEND in the local area and beyond. The monthly meet-ups alternate between in-person meetings and online meetings. Learn more at FAB Group - Children North East (children-ne.org.uk).
We run a number of arts groups in Newcastle - these include visual art, dance, aerial, photography and music making.
Our groups are for disabled children/young people alongside their non disabled peers. If you have a different art interest e.g. circus, drama, pottery, poetry - we can meet up and try to find a group that suits you.
We can meet anywhere - home/school/an arts venue to discuss arts activities and groups AND we run regular inclusive sessions at The Laing (art), Dance City (aerial and dance) the library (family photo club) and music making online.
For young people aged 15-25 with additional needs. There is lots of arts and crafts and other activities.
For adults 18+ - all abilities welcome. The sessions are aimed at young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The first 20 participants will receive free tickets to the NUFC womens game at St James in November.!
Founded by disabled people in 1991 Arcadea is a disability arts organisation and registered charity that works to create better access to the arts for disabled people.
Founded by disabled people in 1991 Arcadea is a disability arts organisation and registered charity that works to create better access to the arts for disabled people.
Our Sexual Health Drop in is moving!
From Monday 4th March our project workers and nurses will be available at:
Byker Sands Family Centre, 19 Raby Cross, Newcastle, NE6 2FF
2:30pm - 5:30pm
To celebrate the new location of the sexual health drop-in at Byker, they are holding a Launch Party at Byker Sands Family Centre on Monday 4th March, 2.30 pm – 5.30pm.
True Colours is an inclusive theatre school for children and young people living in the North East. They run classes designed to build confidence and celebrate diversity in a safe and nurturing environment.
This link leads to a timetable of classes available: Class Timetable | True Colours Theatre
Our Contemporary Dance Class is open to young people with learning disabilities who enjoy dance. All you have to do is turn up! Led by a qualified contemporary dance practitioner, beginners contemporary is perfect for those wishing to attend a fun class which will leave you feeling energised, inspired and worked out!
For ages 14 - 24 years. FREE
Delivered by GCT.
Join us for FREE monthly North East Deaf Youth Theatre workshops! Designed for deaf children and young people aged 5 - 12 years, North East Deaf Youth Theatre explores
all aspects of theatre-making including, creative writing, storytelling, acting, lighting and backstage skills to create group productions to share with friends and family.
Delivered by Unfolding Theatre.
Contact info@unfoldingtheatre.co.uk for more info.
Riverside Community Health Project is running three new short courses, Food Allergies and Risks Level 2, International Cooking, Recipe for Success. As well as their Friday Woman’s Group.
See attached leaflets for more information on dates and times and how to attend.
Free weekly theatre making sessions for children aged 8 - 14 year olds
The sessions includes
Drama, theatre making, movement, creative writing, sound and lighting design, set design and more!
Weekly sessions start:
Monday 14th April
Places limited and must be booked:
call, text or WhatsApp: 0784 2855 761
Email: info@unfoldintgtheatre.co.uk
Are you ready to groove and move to the beat? Our exciting fully funded Street Dance Workshop is the perfect blend of fun, fitness and funky moves
Thursday during selected dates - 4pm - 5pm
For children aged 8 - 16 years old
Booking is essential
Childnet International works in partnership with others around the world to help make the Internet a great and safe place for children.
Childnet works across three main areas of access, awareness and protection.
Access and promoting quality content
Helping children and young people to use the net constructively, showcase quality content and enable others to use our resources and develop new projects.
A group of mothers with learning disabilities come together to share experiences and learn from each other on the first Wednesday of the month from 11am until 2pm
We meet twice a month for friendship, support, advice and speaking up. Join us to share your views and ideas, to have lunch, fun and to try new things.
This is a FREE service for children aged 5 and under going through the diagnostic process or with a diagnosis of autism.
Trained autism practitioners will run sessions that aim to:
Online support for Parents / Carers and Parents to be to;
- Understanding your pregnancy, birth and labour
- Understanding your baby
- Understanding Your Child
Go to www.inourplace.co.uk
If you have trouble accessing the website please contact solihull.approach-parenting@heartofenglandnhs.uk 0121 296 4448 Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
We support families from Newcastle upon Tyne who have children with additional needs. Parents from surrounding areas are welcome to join our FB group, but some of the information may be for Newcastle carers only.
We are parent/carers ourselves and enjoy sharing information to help you and your family. We can help you with grant application forms, refer you to other organisations such as Welfare Rights who will help you with DLA forms or to Get Connected to help your child into inclusive suitable activities.
Our Access and Inclusion Service can help with essential information and guidance on a range of statutory areas including:
Riverside Community Health Project works according to community development principles to improve the health and well-being of disadvantaged communities by acting with others to ensure appropriate service provision.
Programme of centre and outreach activities for parents, including:
Are you aged 18-25 and looking after someone who needs help and support?
If you are caring for someone who cannot manage without your support and you're not employed to do this, then you are a young adult carer. Anyone can become a carer at any point in their life. We're here to listen and support you.
A 12 week evidenced based programme for parents of children aged 2-5yrs old, who have received a diagnosis, are in the process of being assessed or have significant delays in their language development.
A safe space for parents/carers to get low level support and advice