Working to improve the quality of life for disabled children, young people and their families in Derby City and Southern Derbyshire September 2016 Bulletin
October 14th sees the return of Umbrella’s charity race night!
Last year was a real success and everyone had a great time so if you want to join in and be in with a chance of winning lots of great prizes, please see below for details on how to book.
Venue: Belper Town Football Club Time: Doors open at 7 for first race at 7.30
You can buy horses to be in with a chance of winning a prize, you can bet on each of the 8 races to be in with a chance of winning some cash and you can join in the auction to bid on some great things.
Tickets are £6 each and include a Georges Tradition fish and chip supper.
There is a bar on site and parking is free
There are different ways to book—you can email Kristin [email protected], you can call the Umbrella office on 01332 521229 or you can collect tickets if you are visiting Umbrella. We accept cash and cheques .
Spaces are limited so book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! What’s happening at Umbrella
Young Adults During August, the young adults group had a red, white and blue day celebrating team GB in the Olympics. They made a Union Jack cake and planted some beautiful flower arrangements as well as having a table football tournament.
Save Your Stamps!
We can claim money back for used, unused, UK and foreign stamps (we get even more if they are foreign!).
If you get letters through the post with stamps on, please cut them out and save them for us! We will soon have a stamp collection point at both Umbrella House and the Ronnie MacKeith Centre office where stamps can easily be dropped off.
You could even help out by starting a collection at work if you get lots of post— any way you can help would be great!
The only rule is that there must be no more than 1 cm of paper around the edge of the stamp—we get paid based on weight so 1 cm is a good amount to leave!
If you would like more information about this, please email General Manager Kristin Clark, [email protected]
High Functioning Autism Group
Recently, the group went to a new venue called " The Escape Rooms" .
Met by Shelly who runs the activity, she explained what they had to do (we cant say because it might spoil the fun anyone wanting to go!!).
The group had to work as a team to solve different puzzles and said that it was amazing fun!!
Here is a picture of the time and team Umbrella Family Support Groups
As we reach the end of the summer holidays I hope you and your families have managed to enjoy the lovely weather and have some fun. I realise this will not have been easy for everyone. The long school holidays, intensify the day to day caring for our children/young people trying to juggle and entertain our children and their siblings. Parents and carers are often exhausted and at the end of their tether by the time schools open . Our children also miss the routine of their school day and are looking forward to returning back and being with their friends again. The new school year means our children move up to a new class, move to a new school or perhaps onto college and further education- all of these changes are exciting but bring new challenges. Thanks goodness we find the energy to cope. Alisha.
Our Parents/Carers Support Groups are resuming in September and I look forward to welcoming you all at the various venues.
Our groups give you the opportunity to share common issues and worries but also to have some light hearted time together with others who know and understand your caring role.
AUTUMN PROGRAMME 2016
DERBY CITY Group meet first Wednesday in the month at Trinity Baptist Church, Green Lane, Derby DE1 1RZ. Time: 10am to 12 noon September 7 Engagement officer Healthwatch Derby
SAATH SAATH group (BAME Ladies) meet first Wednesday in the month at "Haven House Carers retreat", 31 Charnwood Street, Derby DE1 2GU. Time 1pm September 7 Engagement officer Healthwatch Derby
EREWASH group meet last Wednesday of the month at The Adult Education Centre,173 Derby Road, Long Eaton NG10 4LL - Time: 10am to 12 noon
September 28
SOUTH DERBYSHIRE group meet second Wednesday of the month at Hilton Village Hall, Peacroft Lane, Hilton DE65 5GH. Time 11.00am - 1.00pm September 14 Derbyshire Carers Association
AMBER VALLEY group - meet second Thursday in the month at Strutts Building, Derby Road, Belper DE56 1UU. Time 10am to 12noon September 8 Newlife Foundation charity and Denise Commissioning & Con- tract support officer Derbyshire County Council
UMBRELLA SUPPORT GROUPS MEET TERM TIME ONLY We offer a warm friendly welcome at our support groups, a time to be yourself in a safe and confidential environment. Telephone 01332 785658 for more information
Fundraising
We have once again had some wonderful support from the community and though we wish we could share them all, we only have room for a few. Thank you to everyone who supports Umbrella.
South Coast Challenge
At the end of August, Simon F and three of his friends took part in an epic challenge to walk 100km in 24 hours!
The event was organised by Action Challenge and was held on the South Coast. 2000 people took part in the walk from Eastbourne to Arundel with a break for dinner before setting off again from Brighton into the night with glow sticks!
Simon said “The event couldn’t have been ran smoother. The crowds and support were awesome. The best bit is that loads of people donated towards it all which helped massively – I think the event has raised a total of £1.6 million which is fantastic!”.
Simon and his friends each chose to support a charity including Cystic Fibrosis, CALM, Samaritans and Umbrella.
So far Simon’s online fundraising page has raised £495 but he said he still has some money to gather in so we’ll let you know the grand total but we all think he has done a wonderful job. We are so grateful for the support and wish him and the team a speedy recovery—we bet those legs are aching!
Rachel R held a cake sale for Umbrella at “Dadload” - a festival for friends and family. She did absolutely brilliantly raising a whopping £221.50. Thank Laura G took part in the Big Fun Run you Rachel! at Markeaton Park on 20th August and raised £105 for Umbrella. It took Laura 36 minutes and 27 seconds to complete the run which she was really pleased with. We think she did a great job and looks great sporting an Umbrella tshirt!
Mums on the Move! Every Wednesday—meet at West Park Leisure centre at 10am. £3 per session. dads and toddlers welcome under supervision! Contact [email protected] for more information
5th September—Stroll and Roll (and this time take a boat trip too!) 11am-1pm Meet at Cromford Wharf DE4 3RP for a walk led by a qualified walk leader. Bring a packed lunch or use the café! The walk is free and so is the boat ride (unfortunately the boat isn’t accessible for wheelchair users at present). To book a place please call Enable on 01246 599999 or email [email protected]
11th September—Showcase cinema autism friendly screening of Nine Lives and BFG both starting at 10am
16th September 9.45am—12pmParent/Carers Support group Etwall Children’s Centre. Come along for tea and company and a chance to meet other parents who have children with Autism, ADHD and /or challenging behaviour. No need to book just come along. For more information contact Sue on 07805880438 or [email protected]
21st September Frantic Families Support Group 10am-12.30pm, Langley Mill Welfare, 112 Station Road, Langley Mill, NG16 4BP. Free to Parents Carers and Families. £10 for Professionals. Refreshments and Lunch: Available for a contribution. For more information or to book, email [email protected]
22nd September (7pm—9 pm) or 23rd (10am—12pm) Living With Autism. A talk delivered by Dr Wenn Lawson. Open to autistic young people and adults, parents, carers and professionals (Wenn is happy for children aged 10 and over to attend). The Riverside Centre, Derby DE24 8HY . Please email [email protected] to book.
7th October 9.30am to 12 noon Parent/Carers Support group Etwall Children’s Centre. Come along for tea and company and a chance to meet other parents who have children with Autism, ADHD and /or challenging behaviour. No need to book just come along. For more information contact Sue on 07805880438 or [email protected]
13-14 October : 4th ADHD Foundation conference, Liverpool. This is the largest ADHD conference in the UK with presentations from leading figures in the field. If you would like further information about this exciting event, please contact Colin Foley [email protected] or phone 0151 237 2661
14th October 2016, 9.45am to 12 noon Parent/Carers Support group Etwall Children’s Centre. Come along for Tea and company and a chance to meet other parents who have children with Autism, ADHD and /or challenging behaviour. No need to book just come along. For more information contact Sue on 07805880438 or [email protected]
10th November 1—4 Derbyshire NHS Learning Disability Health Action Plan Awareness Training The Centre for Research and Development, Kingsway Hospital, Derby, DE22 3LZ If you support people with Learning Disabilities you need to know about Health Action Plans—they are now part of the LD Annual health check with GP’s. This free course is to help you play your part in improving and maintaining the health of people with learning disabilities. It is suitable for family members, carers, health & social care em-ployees, statutory & voluntary sector employees & transition workers. To book a place please contact: The Strategic Health Facilitation Team on 01773 882501 or email [email protected] or [email protected]
22nd December Escape Play (near Ikea) Autism friendly Christmas play session 9.30am—11.30 am £6.95 per child. Call 0115 9386206 to book or visit www.escapeplay.co.uk. A visit from Santa and a present is included in the cost!
Other information
Showcase are proud to present Autism Friendly screenings in partnership with not-for-profit support provider, Dimensions.
What makes the screenings autism friendly?
• The lights will be on low • The volume will be turned down • There will be no trailers at the beginning of the film • You will be able to take your own food and drinks • You will be able to move around the cinema if you like
All film start times will be 10am and will be shown in 2D only
Derby SENDIASS are now on Facebook! Their page will be used to keep followers updated on relevant SEND information, legislation, news, useful topics and general SENDIASS related details you may like to know. Find their page here or copy this link:
https://www.facebook.com/DerbySENDIASS/?view_public_for=538129436381572
The IMPACT project is recruiting people into volunteering opportunities within sports clubs and organisations.
By volunteering you will: Learn and develop new skills, Meet new people, Increase your employability.
Opportunities include: Marshalling parkrun races, Helping with club social media, Assisting with training sessions
There are opportunities at the following clubs:
Belper Hammers Volleyball Club, Bowls clubs in Bolsover District Parkrun (weekly 5k runs): Markeaton, Poolsbrook, Long Eaton, Swadlincote, Rosliston Long Eaton Rugby Club, North Derbyshire Rugby League Chargers Carsington Sailability , Scropton RDA (Riding for the Disabled)
The project is open to anyone with a physical or learning disability, sensory impairment or mental health condition. They can offer training for volunteers, all you need to do is complete the registration form and they will help match you to a local opportunity and support you where you need.
To sign up visit the website: www.derbyshiresport.co.uk/impact or contact: Rachael Dyer, Derbyshire Sport E. [email protected] Tel: 07807 089845
Please note that all the views expressed in the Umbrella Bulletin are not necessarily Umbrella views
Umbrella Information Office Umbrella The Ronnie MacKeith Child Umbrella House Development Centre 64 Birdcage Walk Royal Derby Hospital Mackworth Uttoxeter Road Derby Derby DE22 3NE DE22 4LD
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