Sense holidays Summer 2016
Amazing holidays for deafblind people
Welcome to the 2016 Sense holidays brochure Fun. Ambitious. High quality. Our holidays give young people and adults the opportunity to have fun, try new things and meet new people. They also give parents and carers a muchneeded break. This year, we have 24 exciting holidays on offer. Whatever your interests, we have something to suit you.
Here’s why our holidays are special: • Over 40 years’ experience delivering holidays for people with multi-sensory impairments • A personalised approach – each holiday is planned around the needs and interests of holidaymakers • Experienced leaders • Trained and passionate volunteers.
“I enjoyed everything – the place, the people and the fun things to do!” Quote from a holidaymaker
Eligibility
Meeting your needs
Our holidays are primarily for people with dual-sensory impairments. Occasionally, we can offer a place to someone with a single-sensory impairment and additional disability. Our holidays are extremely popular and people with a dual-sensory impairment will have priority. In the adult range, priority will be given to those living at home with their families.
We provide holidays for people with diverse abilities and needs, including:
To apply, please complete our application form and return it to us by Friday 12 February 2016. After this date, any applications we receive will be offered a place on our waiting list. We keep emergency spaces available for short-notice placements. Please get in touch with us if you need an application form.
Contact the Holidays Team Tel: 0300 330 9250 Text: 0300 330 9252 holidays@sense.org.uk
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Sensory impairments Physical and cognitive impairments Complex medical needs Life-limiting conditions Autism Related communication difficulties. We specialise in supporting people with multiple complex needs. There is no age limit and we welcome people of all ages to apply for our holidays. However, if you are over the age of 60, you might prefer to join our Holiday Plus programme (please contact us for more details). We have divided our holidays into four different age ranges: child, young people, young adult and adult. These age ranges are flexible.
We have over 40 years’ experience running holidays for people with deafblindness.
Holidaymakers are supported by trained holiday leaders and volunteers.
Trained leaders and volunteers
Accessibility
Each holiday is managed by one or more experienced leaders. Our leaders have specialist understanding of building personalised group breaks for people with multi-sensory impairments, complex communication, and a range of learning disabilities and physical health issues.
We visit the holiday venues to ensure that they meet the needs of our groups. In this brochure, we have marked the venues as either wheelchair accessible or easy walker. The wheelchair accessible icon means the venue has been adapted for someone who is a wheelchair user. However, the level of access varies from purpose-built accommodation to venues that offer minor adaptations such as wider doorways and ramps. All easy walker venues have at least one downstairs bedroom and may be suitable for occasional wheelchair users.
Every holidaymaker has the chance to build a one-to-one relationship with a trained volunteer. Sense has considerable experience of providing volunteer-led services and creating a safe environment where deafblind holidaymakers and volunteers take a journey together, build relationships, explore new situations and step outside of their comfort zone. Holidaymakers and their parents/carers will receive a detailed assessment and a chance to co-create the holiday experience. This leads to a valuable and enjoyable shared experience for each and every person. On the break itself, holidaymakers will receive a minimum of one-to-one support at all times. Depending on each person’s needs, the level of support may be higher. This will enable them to participate in a range of social and physical activities.
“Holidaymakers will receive a minimum of one-to-one support at all times”
“Our daughter had a lovely holiday which she will remember for a long time. She looks at her scrapbook and giggles at the photos – so it was a fun week!” Quote from a parent
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Holiday map Week 1 1 Beamsley A 2 Canal A 3 Canal B 4 Laugharne Barns
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Week 2 5 Beamsley B 6 Birmingham City and Country Break 7 Barnstondale 8 Macaroni Wood A 9 Pwllgwilym
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Week 3 10 Broadstairs Folk Festival 11 Coldwell Activity Centre 12 Conygre Farm 13 Hall Farm 14 Macaroni Wood B
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19
16 17 6
8 14 22 23 18
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12 24
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Week 4 15 Canadian Fields 16 Chestnut Lodge 17 Sycamore Lodge 18 Macaroni Wood C Week 5 19 Church Farm 20 Ribby A 21 Ribby B 22 Kestral Lodge 23 Kyte Lodge 24 Tamarack Lodge
What do the symbols mean?
Week 1
Cottage
Countryside
Large group
Wheelchair access
Beamsley A DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
22 – 29 July 2016
Skipton, North Yorkshire
6 adults
Adults
“I loved it all, thank you so much to the leader and the team for making my first Sense holiday so special”
A break at the Beamsley Project offers holidaymakers the chance to experience a beautiful area of England, build friendships and try something new. You will stay in a converted church in Skipton, from which you can explore the hay meadows and wild moorlands of the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Whether it’s deciding the day’s activities, choosing souvenirs, recording your holiday memories or helping out with cooking, our volunteers are here to support you. You can try new and exciting activities, enjoy novel sensory experiences and have lots of fun.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Drumming and pottery workshops
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Ride on a steam train
• Good bathroom access: roll-in shower and toilet, non-slip flooring
• Enjoy a delicious pub meal • Soak in a hydrotherapy pool www.beamsleyproject.org
• Ceiling-mounted and mobile hoists • Wheelchair-accessible lift
Canal A and B DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
22 – 29 July 2016
Hemel Hempstead, Herts
3 adults + 3 adults
Week 1
Boat
Countryside
Small group
Wheelchair access
“It was nice to get out of the routine…I would love to go again. I enjoyed myself very much meeting new people” Adults
Experience life on the historic Grand Union canal on a spacious, wheelchair-accessible narrow boat. On our journey, we will pass through the bustling heart of London, where you can visit the eclectic Camden Market or enjoy a meal at an attractive riverside pub. The boat will continue out of the capital into the countryside, past quaint villages and nature reserves. Our leaders and volunteers will be on hand to support you throughout this unique adventure.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Learn to open the locks
• Wheelchair-accessible bathroom and shower
• Steer the boat
• Easy access throughout the boat
• Take a day trip into the countryside
• Portable hoist
• Go canoeing www.wexp.org.uk
Week 1
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
Laugharne Barns DATE
LOCATION
23 – 30 July 2016
Llansadurnen, Carmarthenshire 4 adults
Adults
GROUP SIZE
“It was so special to see things our daughter had achieved, things she was able to communicate. We are always so proud of her”
Laugharne Barns is a group of accessible, converted barns situated in the beautiful area of Carmarthenshire. Known as the garden of Wales, this striking setting is ideal for a summer getaway. The cottages are located just five minutes from the dramatic Welsh coastline; you can also explore the nearby Preseli hills or spend the day at Laugharne Castle. Our volunteers will support you to access exciting activities, make choices and have a great time.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Drive a horse and carriage
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Visit an animal park
• Fully equipped care beds
• Spend an afternoon at a theme park
• Ground floor wet room
• Enjoy a sociable meal with new friends www.laugharnebarns.co.uk
Beamsley B DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
29 July – 5 August 2016
Skipton, North Yorkshire
6 young people
Week 2
Cottage
Countryside
Large group
Wheelchair access
“It was just the best holiday I’ve ever been on in my entire life… because I was with friends and not just family” Young people
The Beamsley Project is a fantastic base for young people. There is a huge range of activities to try, from boat trips, tubing and swimming, to games rooms, sports and socialising. Our trained volunteers will support you to get involved in the activities and make the most of your holiday. After each exciting day, you can relax with your new friends – or have a big party! The venue itself is an accessible converted chapel with a wide range of mobility equipment.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Take a dip in a swimming pool
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Go bowling
• Good bathroom access: roll-in shower and toilet, non-slip flooring
• Explore the countryside • Have a party with new friends www.beamsleyproject.org
• Ceiling-mounted and mobile hoists • Wheelchair-accessible lift
Week 2
Youth hostel
Town
Birmingham City and Country Break DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
29 July – 5 August 2016
Birmingham & Peak District
4 adults
Cottage
Medium group Medium group Countryside Medium group
“I really enjoyed all the activities and having the support of the volunteers” Wheelchair access
Adults
World-class attractions, fantastic nightlife, scenic canals and parks – Birmingham has so much to offer. You can soak up the atmosphere of this bustling city over three exciting days. We will then head out of the city to experience the magnificent scenery of the Peak District. You’ll be able to try exciting outdoors activities like caving, or relax with a picnic and a bike ride. Our volunteers will support you to explore new interests and have lots of fun!
Try these activities • Independent shops and trendy cafes • Concerts, exhibitions and galleries • Muddy bike rides • Rock climbing
Facilities • Birmingham University accommodation: private ground floor rooms, wheelchairaccessible bathroom • Hargate Hall: self-catering apartments, ramp access, wheelchair-accessible bathroom with roll-in showers
www.venuebirmingham.com | www.hargate-hall.co.uk
Macaroni Wood A DATE
LOCATION
30 July – 6 August 2016
Eastleach, Gloucestershire 5 children
GROUP SIZE
Week 2
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
“On the day we collected our son he signed ‘next year I holiday here’” Children
Macaroni Wood is an accessible venue in the heart of the Cotswolds. Each day is a new and exciting adventure in the woods, with countryside to explore, exhilarating activities to try and sensory equipment onsite. Our volunteers will create a personalised holiday experience, support you to choose what you want to do and engage with new-found friends. The accommodation is accessible to wheelchair users and people with limited mobility.
Facilities Try these activities • Learn woodland craft skills • Take part in a drama workshop • Have a fun movie night • Race your friends in a go-kart www.macaroniwood.org.uk
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users • Good bathroom access: roll-in showers, support rails, non-slip flooring • Equipment available: profile beds, bed sides and mobile hoists • Rooms on ground floor • Fully equipped sensory room • Safe and secure site
Week 2
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
Young people
Pwllgwilym DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
30 July – 6 August 2016
Builth Wells, Powys
5 young people
“I had a fantastic time, loved every activity we done, went too quick, thank you very happy”
Pwllgwilym Holiday Cottages are situated in the village of Cilmery, Powys. On this holiday, you’ll be able to explore the stunning Welsh countryside and expand your horizons by trying activities such as horse riding or sailing. This part of the country is full of interesting wildlife, including the magnificent red kite – you may even get the chance to meet one of these impressive birds up close! Our volunteers will support you to enjoy the holiday at your own pace.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Explore beautiful landscapes
• Large wet room with mobility aids
• Relax in the sun
• Rooms on ground floor
• Try fun activities • Take a day trip to an adventure park www.pwllgwilym-cottages.co.uk
Barnstondale DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
30 July – 6 August 2016
Barnston, Wirral
4 young people
Week 2
Activity centre Countryside
Medium group
“Our son has always wanted opportunities his brothers could have and this was an opportunity for him to be a pioneer and try new things”
Wheelchair access
Young people
Everyone loves a trip to the seaside in summer. The Barnstondale Centre is an activity centre located near the sea, which means regular day trips to the coast where you can relax on the sand and splash in the shallows. Away from the beach, you can enjoy fairground rides, animal parks and ice skating with the support of our volunteers, who will provide a safe and supportive environment during your stay.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Have a picnic on the beach
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Go ice skating
• Ceiling-mounted hoist and mobile hoist
• Make new friends
• All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with roll-in showers
• Take a bumper car for a spin www.barnstondale.org
• Profile beds • Wheelchair-accessible lift
Week 3
Coldwell Activity Centre DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
5 – 12 August 2016
Briercliffe, Lancashire
6 young people
Activity centre Countryside
Large group
Easy walker
“I really enjoyed all the activities and having the support of the volunteers” Young people
Our group will stay in accessible, self-catered accommodation at this fun activity centre. The venue is the perfect base for lots of exciting and unusual activities: you might like to try archery, tackle a high ropes course or grab a paddle and go canoeing. In quieter moments, you can bake cakes, create works of art or plan a movie night. This is a large and sociable group of holidaymakers, and our volunteers will support you to communicate, take part in activities and build friendships, all in your own time.
Try these activities • Explore woodland paths • Kayaking • Enjoy a relaxed and social atmosphere • Visit the seaside www.coldwell.org.uk
Facilities • Choice of single beds and bunk beds in bedrooms • Wheelchair-accessible lift • Profile bed and hoists available • Wet room with roll-in shower and support rails
Conygre Farm DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
6 – 13 August 2016
Pewsey, Wiltshire
4 children
Week 3
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
“I loved snowtubing. I went down 10 times on my own!” Children
At Conygre Farm, you will stay in two cosy, accessible and well-equipped cottages. You can experience life on a farm by feeding the animals. On hot summer days you can explore a sensory trail and cool off in the swimming pool. Our volunteers will support you to join in with the activities and have lots of fun!
Try these activities
Facilities
• Have a fun picnic
• Ground floor rooms
• Splash about in the swimming pool
• Open plan design
• Play parachute games
• Games room
• Explore the forest
• Onsite swimming pool
www.hideaways.co.uk The Burrow (ref: H129) and the Warren (H130)
Week 3
Camping
Seaside
Medium group
Easy walker
Broadstairs Folk Festival DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
6 – 13 August 2016
Broadstairs, Kent
5 adults
“This was a brilliant holiday! Thank you so much for giving me such a fantastic time” Adults
The Broadstairs Folk Festival is a musical extravaganza on the Kent coast. For seven days, musicians play and people dance in almost every restaurant, pub and café in the town. The festival attracts artists, performers and dancers, who will spark your senses, make you laugh and get you moving. Our holidaymakers love the relaxed atmosphere of the festival, where you can go to a concert, learn to dance and express your creativity. Our volunteers will support you to engage with and enjoy these new experiences.
Try these activities • Learn circus skills • Create and record your own music • Invent a new dance • Eat ice creams on the beach www.broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk
Facilities • The group will sleep in large tents with inflatable mattresses (the tents themselves have no special adaptations) • Accessible wet room onsite with roll-in shower, toilet and support rails • Separate cooking facilities • Electricity access in separate buildings
Hall Farm DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
6 – 13 August 2016
Horning, Norfolk
4 young people
Week 3
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Easy walker
“In the music workshop I used African drums to make a rhythm to play with the rest of the group. On the last day we recorded the song on to a CD. I really enjoyed it.” Young people
Situated in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Hall Farm Cottages offers spacious and comfy accommodation that is fully accessible. This is a fun and busy holiday for young people who like to try new things. From our base, you can visit many exciting attractions, from adventures at Bewilderwood to spending a sunny day on Great Yarmouth beach. Our volunteers will support you to make the most of your holiday, and enable you to enjoy new experiences and make your own choices.
Try these activities • Go canoeing • Build sandcastles on the beach • Ride on a zip wire • Have a party with your new friends www.hallfarm.com
Facilities • Cottage has ramp access and some ground floor rooms • Good bathroom access with roll-in shower • Hoists are available • No other special adaptations
“I loved the trips to the beach, the bouncy castle, the sensory garden, going on a ferry and lots of tasty desserts” Holidaymaker
Wish were
“Always someone there to help me do what I wanted, when I wanted” Holidaymaker
“I loved sliding down the huge slide at the Space Centre and the hammock was really relaxing and I didn’t want to get out” Holidaymaker
h you here? “I could relax and know that our son was happy. I took our other three children away and did things that are easier to do with just them whilst my husband stayed home and decorated” Parent
Week 3
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
Macaroni Wood B DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
6 – 13 August 2016
Eastleach, Gloucestershire
5 young people
“We loved that we could call and check in on our daughter during the week. She always sounded so happy and we could tell she absolutely loved her holiday”
Young people
Macaroni Wood is located in the stunning countryside of the Cotswolds. The group will stay in two self-catered, accessible buildings, which are designed for people with limited mobility and full-time wheelchair users. This gives you the freedom to explore – and our volunteers will support you to express yourself and build your independence. There are lots of fun things to do on a holiday at Macaroni Wood: you can visit an animal petting farm, bounce on the trampoline or even go tubing.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Have a picnic in the woods
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Explore the woodland trails
• Good bathroom access: roll-in showers, support rails, non-slip flooring
• Go swimming • Try zorbing
• Equipment available: profile beds, bed sides and mobile hoists
www.macaroniwood.org.uk
• Fully equipped sensory room
Chestnut Lodge DATE
LOCATION
12 – 19 August 2016
National Forest, Derbyshire 3 young people
GROUP SIZE
“I loved ice skating; I tried going around the edge holding on but also liked it when someone pushed me around on a funny chair!”
Week 4
Cottage
Countryside
Small group
Wheelchair access
Young people
Chestnut Lodge is an accessible woodland lodge in the heart of the National Forest. From this quiet, safe and secure base, you can try archery, tackle an obstacle course or go for a bike ride – or take a stroll along a pretty forest path and feel the sun on your face. You could even say hello to a hawk! Our volunteers will support you to take part in activities in your own time, and help you to try new things, express yourself and make friends.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Bake a cake
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Design your own obstacle course
• Rooms on one level
• Shoot an arrow in archery
• Good bathroom access: support rails and roll-in shower
• Go climbing www.roslistonforestlodges.co.uk
• Equipment available: hoists, shower chairs and profile beds
Week 4
Cottage
Countryside
Small group
Wheelchair access
Sycamore Lodge DATE
LOCATION
12 – 19 August 2016
National Forest, Derbyshire 3 children
GROUP SIZE
“I love the zorb ball. It’s round and I went in it on the water” Children
Sycamore Lodge is situated in the National Forest in Derbyshire. The modern lodge is accessible, safe and comfortable – and located in the heart of the action. There are many exciting things to do onsite: you can bounce in the soft play area, dive into the ball pond and spin on the twirling pole. You will have the freedom to play and explore in the sunshine, where there are rabbits and birds to encounter, and treasures to discover in the woods. Our volunteers will support you to have fun and engage with each activity in your own way.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Be silly in the soft play room
• Spacious venue
• Have a picnic in the sunshine
• Rooms on one level
• Go swimming
• Good bathroom access: support rails and roll-in shower
• Have a dressing up party www.roslistonforestlodges.co.uk
Canadian Fields DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
12 – 19 August 2016
Helmsley, North Yorkshire
5 young people
Week 4
Camping
Countryside
Medium group
Easy walker
“It’s lovely knowing our son is having fun and making friends. His confidence is always boosted by the holiday” Young people
Canadian Fields is a fun and unique venue. You will stay in purpose-built tents, furnished with real beds and a log burning stove. Each tent has a separate living area, veranda and full electricity access – ensuring the fun of camping without any of the discomfort! There is lots to do onsite and nearby: you can play games in the sunshine and have a barbeque with your new friends, or catch crabs by the sea, conquer the Go Ape high ropes course and visit an amusement park. Our trained volunteers will help you to make the most of your holiday experience.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Climb the high ropes at Go Ape
• Luxury tents with proper beds and wooden floors
• Paddle in the sea
• Comfortable living area with tables, chairs and sofas
• Try surfing
• Cooking facilities: oven and fridge • Private bathroom for each tent • Wheelchair-accessible bathrooms close to tents
www.canadianfields.co.uk
• Ramps available
Week 4
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
Macaroni Wood C DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
13 – 20 August 2016
Eastleach, Gloucestershire
5 children
“I loved it all. Looking forward to next year and meeting new friends” Children
Macaroni Wood is located in the peaceful and picturesque Cotswolds, which is the perfect place to explore and get close to nature – including rabbits, turkeys and pigs. On sunny days you can learn forest skills or cook marshmallows on the campfire, supported by our volunteers who will help you to enjoy fun and unique experiences. Our accommodation is accessible for people with limited mobility and full-time wheelchair users.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Perform in a drama workshop
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Attend the forest school
• Good bathroom access: roll-in showers, support rails, non-slip flooring
• Collect eggs for breakfast • Tell stories around the campfire
• Equipment available: profile beds, bed sides and mobile hoists
www.macaroniwood.org.uk
• Rooms on the ground floor • Fully equipped sensory room
Church Farm DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
19 – 26 August 2016
King’s Lynn, Norfolk
4 children
“I loved trying different activities, doing canoeing and rock climbing. It was totally different to what I had done before, I was scared of heights!”
Week 5
Cottage
Countryside
Medium group
Wheelchair access
Children
Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, our cottage at Church Farm is comfortable and accessible for people with limited mobility. When the sun’s shining you can explore the North Norfolk coast and enjoy a delicious ice cream on one of the many picturesque promenades. There is also a number of unique activities on offer, including a deer safari and the nearby Sea Life Centre. Our volunteers will support you to have fun, try new things and communicate your choices.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Ride on a steam train
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Feed the deer
• Spacious roll-in showers
• Visit the aquarium
• Hoists available
• Have a delicious picnic
• Open plan living areas
www.nd-fc.co.uk
• Lift
Week 5
Holiday village
Countryside
Seaside
Medium group
Easy walker
Children
Ribby A DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
19 – 26 August 2016
Preston, Lancashire
4 children
“This was the first Sense holiday our daughter has been on, so naturally we were a little anxious for the first few days, but we both enjoyed a busy break ourselves, the first holiday we have had on our own for ten years. Our time together was invaluable.”
Ribby Hall Village is a collection of self-contained holiday villas on Lancashire’s Fylde coast. This comfortable and secure accommodation is a great base from which to explore Blackpool and the wider area. You can have a go at fun activities including archery, climbing and snow tubing, as well as ride the donkeys on Blackpool beach or jump around on a bouncy castle. Our volunteers will be on hand to ensure you have an amazing holiday.
Try these activities • Visit a fairground • Have a fancy dress party • Feed the ducks • Try snow tubing www.ribbyhall.co.uk
Facilities • All the rooms in our villas are on ground level • Open plan living/kitchen areas for ease of access • No other special adaptations
Ribby B DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
19 – 26 August 2016
Preston, Lancashire
4 adults
Week 5
Holiday village Countryside
“It’s great to hear personal accounts of his achievements and sense of independence gained”
Seaside
Medium group
Easy walker
Adults
Holidaymakers will experience a touch of luxury in the comfortable villas at this fun holiday village. Ribby Hall is the ideal location from which to explore both the city and the seaside. You can relax on Blackpool beach and cool your feet in the sea, or try new activities such as pottery workshops and boat rides. In the evening, you can play games, bake cakes or have a pamper session. Our trained volunteers will support you to choose activities and communicate your choices.
Try these activities • Kayaking • Bake cakes for a party • Enjoy a pamper and movie night • Eat fish and chips by the sea www.ribbyhall.co.uk
Facilities • All the rooms in our villas are on ground level • Open plan living/kitchen areas for ease of access • No other special adaptations
Week 5
Cottage
Countryside
Small group
Wheelchair access
Kestral Lodge DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
19 – 26 August 2016
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
3 adults
Adults
“Made me feel welcome, wanted and treated with respect, dignity and was treated as an individual”
Holidaymakers will stay in the beautiful converted Kestral Lodge in the heart of Oxfordshire. Close to the River Thames, you can take a serene river cruise and stop for a meal in one of the many riverside pubs. There are plenty of attractions in the local area, including a wildlife park and botanical gardens. Our volunteers will support you to get involved in exciting activities, which include ice skating and drumming workshops, at your own pace.
Try these activities • Visit a wildlife park • Enjoy a picnic with your new friends • Try a pottery workshop • Go ice skating www.kingfisherbarn.com
Facilities • Ceiling track in all ground floor bedrooms and bathrooms • Hoists and slings available • Open plan kitchen and dining area • Level access throughout the ground floor
Kyte Lodge DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
19 – 26 August 2016
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
3 young people
Week 5
Cottage
Countryside
Small group
Wheelchair access
“Other than his school I don’t relax with anyone else like I do knowing he is with you” Young people
Kyte Lodge is a lovely converted barn in the quaint Oxfordshire countryside. Nature-lovers will enjoy visiting wildlife parks and playing games in pretty meadows. Our open-plan accommodation is designed to be accessible and sociable so you can have fun with your fellow holidaymakers and volunteers. Our volunteers will support you to have an amazing holiday. They will help you try things you’ve never done before and build relationships with new friends.
Try these activities • Have fun in the sunshine • Go for a boat ride • Discover interesting animals • Have a fancy dress party www.kingfisherbarn.com
Facilities • Ceiling track in all ground floor bedrooms and bathrooms • Hoists and slings available • Open plan kitchen and dining area • Level access throughout ground floor
Week 5
Cottage
Countryside
Seaside
Small group
Tamarack Lodge DATE
LOCATION
GROUP SIZE
19 – 26 August 2016
Chard, Somerset
2 adults
“Just reminded me how amazing she is and not just how busy we are” Wheelchair access
Adults
Tamarack Lodge is a beautiful log cabin in the Yarty Valley. It is fully accessible for people with limited mobility and for those who use a wheelchair full-time, and is a perfect base from which to explore areas of natural beauty such as the rolling Blackdown Hills. We will create engaging sensory experiences for you to enjoy, including baking a cake, exploring the woods and storytelling sessions. Our trained volunteers will support you to access each experience in your own time.
Try these activities
Facilities
• Explore leafy lanes and shady paths
• Spacious and designed for wheelchair users
• Have a relaxing massage
• Accessible bathroom
• Visit a pretty village
• Hoists available
• Stimulate your senses in the sensory room www.tamaracklodge.co.uk
What happens next? February Send us your application form by Friday 12 February 2016. From February to March We will create the holiday groups. In April We will write to you and let you know if we are able to offer you a holiday. Our holidays are extremely popular and unfortunately we cannot offer everyone a place. If we cannot offer you a holiday, we will add you to our waiting list. If we can offer you a holiday, we will ask you to confirm your place as soon as possible.
Overview Cost
Transport
We do not seek donations from holidaymakers and their families, but we appreciate any donations made. Sense heavily subsidises the cost of the holiday programme. With your permission, an approach will be made to your social worker to fund the remainder of the cost.
We are unable to help with transportation so please keep this in mind when making your choices. If you have problems with transport then it may be a good idea to plan these journeys well in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot help to cover the costs of getting to the venue.
About us Sense is a national charity that supports and campaigns for children and adults who are deafblind. We provide tailored support, advice and information as well as specialist services to all deafblind people, their families, carers and the professionals who work with them. We also support people who have a singlesensory impairment with additional needs.
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Want to get involved? There are many ways to support our holidays programme, from volunteering on a holiday to helping transport equipment and vehicles. To find out more, email holidays@sense.org.uk or call 0300 330 9250.
Don’t forget to send us your application form by Friday 12 February 2016
Holidays Team Tel: 0300 330 9250 Text: 0300 330 9252 Email: holidays@sense.org.uk
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