Regular Events
Monday

UMC ONLINE Youth Club
an inclusive online youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 plus .
6pm training opportunities for those age 16plus
Training available to include Mental Health Awareness, First Aid Awareness, Safeguarding, ASDAN
For more information telephone 01245 264783 or go to www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org



Ab Phab Youth Club 6.30pm – 8.30pm CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The Vibe, Becontree Avenue, RM8 2UT
Ages 11 to 25 £3.00 per person
We offer a range of social, physical, and educational opportunities on cooking activities and IT/ interactive games as we have access to a computer suite, alongside these we offer arts and crafts, pool table, tennis table, board games and more. Fully inclusive
For more information call 0208 227 2094
Tuesday



Tea and Talk 4pm to 6pm
Tea and talk is a space for young people aged 13 to 19 or up to 25 with send, to come and chat with a youth worker about anything you like. Face to face appointments and over the telephone
Booking is essential please contact [email protected] or call 01708 376004


SEND Cheerleading 4.30pm – 5.15pm
Havering Gymnastics Centre, Bower Park School, Havering Road, Romford, RM1 4YY
Age 8 to 18 Class led by an occupational Therapist and the coaching team
To register for a taster session and for more information contact [email protected] or 07833925778



UMC PHAB ONLINE YOUTH CLUB 5PM
An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
Socialize with other young people, play games, quizzes and more



Revellers Youth Club Junior (Havering Youth Service 7PM TO 9PM VIA ZOOM
Age 11 to 16 with SEND
For more information and availability of places email [email protected] or click here
Wednesday




Starting Wednesday 8th January 2020 1pm – 2pm
Sport For Confidence Boccia
Hornchurch Sports Centre Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch RM11 1JU
This programme is developed in partnership with health professionals and a coaching team, who aim to break down barriers to participation and improve individuals health and well-being through inclusive sport.
For people age 16+ £3.00 per session carers free no need to book just turn up.
For further information please contact Sophie Garratt on 07394 564 941 or email [email protected]



Tea and Talk 4pm to 6pm
Tea and talk is a space for young people aged 13 to 19 or up to 25 with send, to come and chat with a youth worker about anything you like. Face to face appointments and over the telephone
Booking is essential please contact [email protected] or call 01708 376004




Starting Wednesday 8th January 2020 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Sport For Confidence Multi-Sports
Hornchurch Sports Centre Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch RM11 1JU
This programme is developed in partnership with health professionals and a coaching team, who aim to break down barriers to participation and improve individuals health and well-being through inclusive sport.
For people age 16+ £3.00 per session carers free no need to book just turn up.
For further information please contact Sophie Garratt on 07394 564 941 or email [email protected]


Habbit Factory 5pm – 7.30pm
My Place, 343 Dagnam Park Drive Harold Hill, RM3 9EN
Theatre workshop and performance opportunities for 7 to 17 year olds
Juniors age 6 to 10 5pm to 6.15, seniors age 11 to 17 6.15pm to 7.30pm
Fully inclusive £2.00 per session


SEN Disco 6.30pm – 8.30pm
First Wednesday of every month
Zinc Arts, High Street, Chipping Ongar, Essex CM5 0AD
Age 14+ £5.00 entry, snacks and refreshments available to purchase
For more information email [email protected], call 01277 365 626 or visit www.zincarts.org.uk



Partyman World of Play SEN Sessions 2019
First Wednesday of every month 6pm – 8pm
Lakeside, Unit 9 The Boardwalk, West Thurrock Grays, Essex, RM20 2ZP
Partyman World of Play are proud to offer complimentary morning and evening sessions dedicated to children & young adults with special needs where we close the entire venue just for you!
Guests with SEN or disabled guests are also entitled to one free helper/carer during each admission. The primary helper must be a adult and able to take primary responsibility during emergencies and decision making.
All guests who would like to attend one of our sessions or would like to visit the centre at the special admission prices will need to present a DLA/PIP letter at reception. Admission price £5.00



Ab Phab Youth Club is an inclusive youth club 6:30pm – 9pm
Kingsley Hall, Parsloes Avenue, RM9 5NB
Ages 11 to 25 £3.00 per person
Panathalon multi-sports (wide range of inclusive sports; from basketball to boccia to hockey.) We also have arts and crafts, play board games, have an Xbox which the young people can play group games on.
For more information contact 0208 227 2094


Monkey Madness Special Needs Evening
Second Wednesday of every month 6pm – 8pm
Miles Gray Road, Basildon, SS14 3GN
An evening for Special Needs Children and their family & friends.
Now with newly refurbished wheelchair accessible baby/sensory zone with bubble tubes and fibre optic light tunnel.
For more information call 01268 288211


Freedom Nightclub Special Needs Disco (adults only)
Last Wednesday of every month from 7pm until 11pm
Freedom offers a safe environment for adults over 18 years old to enjoy a night out. Run by staff and volunteers from our Peppercorns day service, this monthly event takes place at a nightclub in Dartford.
£5 entry carers/helpers: £1
For more information click here
Thursday


FREE Virtual Zoom Para Sports Fitness is back starts Thursday 28th January 21 5pm until 25th March 21
Ages + 5 years FREE
For children and young people with disabilities (S.E.N.D).
A fun fitness activity for all the family to enjoy!
click HERE to register




UMC ONLINE YOUTH CLUB
8AM BEGINNERS YOGA SESSION (socials)
5PM YOUTH CLUB
Socialize with other young people, play games, quizzes and more
An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
For more information phone 01245 264783 email [email protected] girlsclubs.org www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org


Parent Support Group Sessions 12-1.30pm (alternate Thursdays) TERM TIME Next Meeting 26th March 2020
Parents and Supporting Hands is a free parent-led support group, held in Hornchurch bringing together parents and carers of children to learn from each other and outside experts about how to create positive change within the family.
The fortnightly group meetings will be a mixed of facilitated group discussions and less structured time for more 1:1 and small group chats
For more details please contact You and Me Counselling on 01708 477663 or email [email protected]


Para Football 5pm to 6pm Cancelled until further notice
Britton’s Academy Rainham
£2.00 per person per session siblings welcome
Age 8 to 25 All inclusive sessions
These sessions are now taking place in the sports hall until Christmas
Parents to remain at all times, register at the first session you attend
For more information contact 01708 431016


Rock up 4.30pm to 6pm (term Time)
SEND/Autism friendly rock climbing sessions available
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Quieter and calmer sessions
Over 70 different challenges to try, suited to all abilities from novice to expert
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Sessions available for 4 years +
Book online and save £1 – https://www.rock-up.co.uk/…/autism-send-friendly-climbing/75
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Funky Fitness for Adults Only with SEND 6pm – 7pm
Apogee Studios, Avenue Industrial Estate 17 Southend Arterial Estate, Romford RM3 0BY
£5.00 per session or book monthly and save 20%
For more information contact [email protected] or Chloe/Bianca 07487 755315



Revellers Youth Club Senior (Havering Youth Service) 7pm -9pm on zoom
For young people aged 16 to 25 with additional needs offering a range of games and discussion
For more information and availability of places email [email protected] or click here
Friday




Starting Friday 10th January 2020 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Sport For Confidence Football
Hornchurch Sports Centre Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch RM11 1JU
This programme is developed in partnership with health professionals and a coaching team, who aim to break down barriers to participation and improve individuals health and well-being through inclusive sport.
For people age 16+ £3.00 per session carers free no need to book just turn up.
For further information please contact Sophie Garratt on 07394 564 941 or email [email protected]




UMC ONLINE YOUTH CLUB An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
4PM Youth training age 13 plus
Training available to include Mental Health Awareness, First Aid Awareness, Safeguarding, ASDAN
For more information phone 01245 264783 email [email protected] girlsclubs.org www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org


360 Play Special Needs Evening
First Friday of each month 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Festival Leisure Park, Festival Way, Basildon SS14 3WB
£6.00 per child, adults free
Anyone attending the evening who is not already a 360 member will receive free registration for their family. A safe secure environment with friendly, experienced staff.
Our special needs evenings are aimed at local families with children and adults with special needs. Brothers, sisters and friends are all welcome to join in the fun after hours with the freedom and comfort of knowing that the time is suited to them.
Saturday


Makaton Song and Sign Group 11am to 12noon via zoom
£1.50 per session or £5.00 per month
To join please email [email protected]
ALL WELCOME




UMC ONLINE YOUTH CLUB An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
Get Creative Drawing, decorations, origami etc
For more information phone 01245 264783 email [email protected] girlsclubs.org www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org


Mighty Mega Club Term time only 10am – 12pm
Discover Storey Centre
383-387 High Street, Stratford, London E15 4QZ
A free club for disabled children and their families age 5-11
Sessions can be booked up to 7 days in advance
020 8536 5555
[email protected]


Autism Sing-along/Fun Club Every other Saturday 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Harold Hill Library.
Live Music, Sensory Equipment, Light Refreshments,
Age up to 10 years, Free Entry
For more information call Claire 07792 665698, Harold Hill Library 01708 434973




Swimming Sessions 1.30pm – 2.30pm term time only
Corbets Tey School, Harwood Hall Lane, Upminster, Essex, RM14 2YQ
For adults and young people with learning & physical disabilities aged 16+
To find out more contact Vivien Maxey via email [email protected] or telephone 01708 225888.
To register please complete the registration form here and return to the email above.
Sunday


Jump Evolution Support Sessions 8.30am – 10am every Sunday with additional dates in school holidays
Spilsby Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Rm3 8SB
The dedicated Support Sessions are solely for children with additional needs and their families. The following have been added:
➜ Quiet/Sensory room
➜ Changing facilities
➜ Wheelchair ramps
➜ PEC ‘stop and go’ signs
➜ No music
➜ Hand dryers turned off
➜ Fast tracked into the park
➜ Concessionary rates
Parents can come and meet other parents and enjoy a wide variety of food and drink in the café.
Support session charges and times: £8 = 1.5 hours plus socks at £2 which are then yours to keep and re-use
No booking necessary – just pop along and join in


Swim 4 Disability 2pm – 3pm CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Sapphire Ice and Leisure Centre, 24 Western Road, Romford, RM1 3JT
For people of all ages with a disability. Carers free, £3.20 per person for children and concessions (under 8 swim for free) £4.20 adults, max of two children aged under 8 per adult.
Pool pod available for access to main and teaching pool, Changing Places with hoist and changing bed.
Please be aware you may be asked for proof of disability/and or carer concessions
For more information call 01708 206892


S.E.N.STATION From Sunday 11th November and then every 3rd week 8.30am – 10am
Fairlop Waters Country Park, Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HN
Discounted play session for SEND families at Owls Play Centre
First child £4.50, Siblings £1.50



Partyman World of Play 9am – 10am.
SEN Sessions 2019
29th September, 20th October*, 24th November, 15th December*
Lakeside, Unit 9 The Boardwalk, West Thurrock Grays, Essex, RM20 2ZP
Partyman World of Play are proud to offer complimentary morning and evening sessions dedicated to children & young adults with special needs where we close the entire venue just for you!
Guests with SEN or disabled guests are also entitled to one free helper/carer during each admission. The primary helper must be a adult and able to take primary responsibility during emergencies and decision making.
All guests who would like to attend one of our sessions or would like to visit the centre at the special admission prices will need to present a DLA/PIP letter at reception.
*Seasonal themed events


Tea Tots 10am – 12pm Last Sunday of every month
Mercury Mall Romford, RM1 3EE
SEND & Siblings only session


Swim & Gym (Havering Youth Service) send youth club 10.30am to 12.30pm on zoom
Keep fit and games for young people with additional needs
For aged 13 to 25 £5.00
For more information and availability of places please contact [email protected] or click here
Weekends, Bank and School Holidays


Positive Parents Bike Hire Scheme closed until 4th April 2020
10.30 – 4pm (last hire 3-3.30). Weekends, school and public holidays until the end of October
Thames Chase Forest Centre, Pike Lane, Upminster
£4.00 per bike for 30 minutes, £6.00 for 1 hour
There is no need to book just visit the bike hut to choose your bike and fill in the hire form. Take this to the visitor centre to pay. You will need to leave your car keys as a deposit.
In order to make things easier, it is now possible to purchase a passport in advance for 6 sessions this will save you having to fill in a form each time.


Kidspace Romford 9am – 10am
The Brewery, Waterloo Road, Romford RM1 1AU
Now offering discounted entry every weekend, Saturdays and Sundays for disabled children
You need to produce your childs DLA/PIP award notice or a letter from a medical professional at reception and your child can enter for £4.00 siblings £6.00 2 carers can go in for free