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Access BMX Disability Session

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Disability leisure activities

Age

From 8 years old

0161 223 2244

Updated: 07/09/2021

Autism & Learning Difficulty Friendly Screenings

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Supporting people with Autism at the cinema

Age

Any age

Updated: 07/09/2021

Autism Friendly Monthly Activities at Manchester Museum (2nd Saturday of every month)

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Museum

Age

From 5 to 16 years old

0161 275 2648

Manchester Museum, M13 9PL

Updated: 07/09/2021

Barrier Breakers (Commissioned Short Break)

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Social group for disabled people

Young people can have fun with friends and work on issues that affect children and young people with additional needs.

Age

From 11 to 21 years old (although some members maybe older if they started the group before their 21st birthday)

0161 770 3120

The Civic Centre, OL1 1 UT

Updated: 08/09/2021

Bikeability - Department for Transport

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Cycle training

Essential cycling skills for everyone

Updated: 08/09/2021

Bounce Nation Trampoline Park - SEND Session

Trampoline and soft play

An indoor trampoline park, where beginners to experts can come along, have an awesome time and get fit without even realising it! Suitable for all ages.

Age

Over 1 year old

0161 622 1060

Updated: 13/07/2021

CREATE:OLDHAM - Minecraft Club

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Gaming for children and young people

Age

From 8 to 18 ( children should be accompanied by an adult)

0161 627 2539

Updated: 22/09/2021

DanceSyndrome

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Dance sessions

Empowering learning-disabled individuals through inclusive dance

Age

Adults & children - please email for more information

07597 942494

Updated: 22/09/21

Fullcircle nw CIC - Sholver Junior Youth Club

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Junior youth club

Age

From 7 to 11 years old, (children under 7 years old are welcome if they are accompanied by an appropriate adult)

07542 759 514

Updated: 28/06/2021

Fullcircle nw CIC - Yew Tree Junior Youth Club

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Games and hobbies sessions for children

Age

From 7 to 12 years old (children under 8 years old are welcome if they are accompanied by an appropriate adult)

07542 759 514

Updated: 28/06/2021

HELP Educational Games

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Educational computer games for children with specific learning difficulties

Age

from 4 to 14 years old

0345 456 1983

Updated: 23/09/2021

Hidden Disabilities

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Disability awareness

Wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower discreetly indicates to people around you including staff, colleagues and health professionals that you may need additional support, help or a little more time.

Updated: 23/09/2021

I AM - Celebrating Autism in Greater Manchester

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Support group

I AM – Celebrating Autism in Greater Manchester by creating opportunities and providing a sense of personal freedom and choice.

Age

10 years to adult

0161 866 8483

Updated: 24/09/2021

Imagine Theatre - Pantomime Accessible Performances

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Accessible Performances

At Imagine, we believe that everyone should be able to experience the magic of pantomime.

Updated: 24/09/2021

Lloyds Bank - Autism Friendly Sunday

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Autism friendly event

Autism Friendly Sunday

0345 602 4501

42-46 Market Street, M1 1PW

Updated: 30/09/2021

Mahdlo - Ability multi-sports

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Social group

Sports activities for young people 8-25yrs with additional needs or a disability

Age

From 8 to 25 years old

0161 624 0111

Mahdlo Youth Zone, OL1 3SE

Updated: 28/01/2020

Mahdlo - CADS (Creative Amazing Dynamic Spaces)

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Holiday programme

Holiday programme for young people with additional needs or a disability and their friends or siblings aged 8 -25yrs

Age

From 8 to 25 years old

0161 624 0111

Updated: 28/01/2020

Mahdlo - Family Ability Zone

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Social group

A fun session for families with children aged 0-25yrs with additional needs or a disability.

Age

From 8 to 25 years old

0161 624 0111

Updated: 28/01/2020

Mahdlo - Lego club and beyond

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Social group with Lego for children with autism

A group for young people aged 8-25yrs, promoting social interaction and support through playing with Lego.

Age

From 8 to 25 years old

0161 624 0111

Mahdlo Youth Zone, OL1 3SE

Updated: 28/01/2020

Mahdlo - Sensory Room

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Social group

Open every youth session and also available for private hire during the day.

Age

From 8 to 25 years old

0161 624 0111

Updated: 28/01/2020

Mahdlo - Youth Zone

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Activities and services for young people

Activities, services and support. seven days a week. No barriers, no limits, just opportunities.

Age

8 - 19yrs (up to 25yrs with additional needs or disability)

07525 101 500

Mahdlo Youth Zone, OL1 3SE

Updated: 28/01/2020

Max Card

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

National discount initiative

The Max Card is a national discount initiative - Making days out more financially accessible for foster families and families of children with additional needs

0161 503 1555

POINT, Middleton Road, OL9 9LB

Updated: 30/09/2021

Men Behaving Dadly

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Social group for children and dads

A safe, friendly and fun environment for dads and male carers to make new friends and to network.

Age

Any age

0161 678 9662

Galland Street, OL4 3EU

Updated: 30/09/2021

Morrisons - Quieter hour

Quiet hour for autistic shoppers

'Quieter Hour' - designed to help customers who currently struggle with music and the other noise associated with supermarket shopping

Age

From 0 to 25 years old

0161 682 1114

Tweedale Way, OL9 7LD

Updated: 12/10/2021

Music Therapy

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Music for children with SEND

Age

From 5 to 18 year olds

0161 770 5660

Updated: 30/09/2021

Neurobeats - Music Sessions

Music sessions

Music sessions for children and young people aged between 13-25 years old in Oldham.

Age

13 - 25 year olds

07508 371 703

Updated: 19/07/2021

Oldham Library - The Sensory Room

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date

Sensory room for all ages and abilities

Age

All ages

0161 770 8000

Updated: 13/10/2021

Oldham Theatre Workshop

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Arts and Health & wellbeing

Oldham Theatre Workshop is a creative, inclusive and quality theatre resource; contributing to the personal and social development of all people in Oldham.

Age

6 - 25 year olds

(Mon -Tue) 07990 894 381 (Wed – Sat) 07392 607 470

Updated: 13/10/2021

RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association)

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Horse riding for people with SEND

Age

Any age

0192 649 2915

Updated: 14/10/2021

Redbank House - Multi - Sensory Room

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Sensory friendly activities

Age

Any age

0161 214 5959

Updated: 14/10/2021

Selecta Day Service for Vulnerable Adults

Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.

Day service provision for vulnerable disabled people

Sewing hand/ machine Computer skills Cookery Jewellery Making Craft Easy Gardening Shared Lunched Nails and Make Up

Age

From 16 to 65 years old

07866 791 238

Chapel Road, OL8 4QQ

Updated: 20/12/2019

Sky Badger

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Finding help for disabled children and their families

Age

All ages

0845 609 1256

Updated: 15/10/2021

Soundabout

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Music sessions

A charity that uses music to empower and unlock the potential of people with severe and profound learning disabilities.

Updated: 15/10/2021

Spectrum Gaming

Local online gaming community

A community for autistic gamers aged 13+

Age

From 13 - 17 years old

Updated: 18/10/2021

Team Karting

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Racing with Autism

Age

From 8 to 14 years old

01706 310999

Updated: 18/10/2021

Two Hoots Forest School

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Outdoor learning

Two Hoots Forest School runs Family and Forest Club sessions

07913 779 447

Updated: 22/10/2021

Z Arts

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Activities, shows and events

Updated: 22/10/2021