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Access BMX Disability Session
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Disability leisure activities
Age
From 8 years old
0161 223 2244
Updated: 26/11/2020
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about Access BMX Disability SessionAutism & Learning Difficulty Friendly Screenings
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Supporting people with Autism at the cinema
Age
Any age
Updated: 26/11/2020
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about Autism & Learning Difficulty Friendly Screenings Autism Friendly Monthly Activities at Manchester Museum (2nd Saturday of every month)
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Museum
Age
From 5 to 16 years old
Manchester Museum, M13 9PL
0161 275 2648
Updated: 26/11/2020
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about Autism Friendly Monthly Activities at Manchester Museum (2nd Saturday of every month)Barrier Breakers (Commissioned Short Break)
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 27/11/2020
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about Barrier Breakers (Commissioned Short Break) Bikeability - Department for Transport
Local OfferCycle training
Essential cycling skills for everyone
Updated: 27/11/2020
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about Bikeability - Department for TransportCREATE:OLDHAM - Minecraft Club
Local Offer
All Groups suspended due to Covid-19
Gaming for children and young people
Age
From 8 to 18 ( children should be accompanied by an adult)
0161 627 2539
Updated: 27/11/2020
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about CREATE:OLDHAM - Minecraft Club DanceSyndrome
Local Offer
Currently online sessions. When Covid restrictions are lifted, we are able to hold in person sessions as various locations.
Virtual dance sessions
Empowering learning-disabled individuals through inclusive dance
Age
Adults & children - please email for more information
07875 128 015
Updated: 27/11/2020
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about DanceSyndromeFullcircle nw CIC - Sholver Junior Youth Club
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 27/11/2020
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about Fullcircle nw CIC - Sholver Junior Youth ClubFullcircle nw CIC - Yew Tree Junior Youth Club
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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 8 to 12 years old (children under 8 years old are welcome if they are accompanied by an appropriate adult)
07542 759 514
Updated: 27/11/2020
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about Fullcircle nw CIC - Yew Tree Junior Youth Club HELP Educational Games
Local OfferEducational computer games for children with specific learning difficulties
Age
from 4 to 14 years old
0345 456 1983
Updated: 28/11/2020
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about HELP Educational GamesHidden Disabilities
Local OfferDisability 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: 28/11/2020
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about Hidden DisabilitiesI AM - Celebrating Autism in Greater Manchester
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.
I AM offer a number of events and activities throughout the year for 10 - 18+ years old
Age
From 10 years old
0161 866 8483
Updated: 26/11/2020
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about I AM - Celebrating Autism in Greater ManchesterImagine Theatre - Pantomime Accessible Performances
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Accessible Performances
At Imagine, we believe that everyone should be able to experience the magic of pantomime.
Updated: 28/11/2020
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about Imagine Theatre - Pantomime Accessible PerformancesLGBTQ+ Online festival of happiness
Local OfferFree online festival
Focusing on creativity, resilience and human connection
Updated: 13/10/2020
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about LGBTQ+ Online festival of happinessLloyds Bank - Autism Friendly Sunday
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if appointments are available.
Autism friendly event
Autism Friendly Sunday
42-46 Market Street, M1 1PW
0345 602 4501
Updated: 28/11/2020
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about Lloyds Bank - Autism Friendly SundayMahdlo - Ability multi-sports
Local Offer
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
Mahdlo Youth Zone, OL1 3SE
0161 624 0111
Updated: 28/01/2020
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about Mahdlo - Ability multi-sportsMahdlo - CADS (Creative Amazing Dynamic Spaces)
Local Offer
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
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about Mahdlo - CADS (Creative Amazing Dynamic Spaces) Mahdlo - Family Ability Zone
Local Offer
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
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about Mahdlo - Family Ability ZoneMahdlo - Lego club and beyond
Local Offer
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
Mahdlo Youth Zone, OL1 3SE
0161 624 0111
Updated: 28/01/2020
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about Mahdlo - Lego club and beyondMahdlo - Sensory Room
Local Offer
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
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about Mahdlo - Sensory Room Mahdlo - Youth Zone
Local Offer
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)
Mahdlo Youth Zone, OL1 3SE
07525 101 500
Updated: 28/01/2020
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about Mahdlo - Youth Zone Max Card
Local Offer
Whilst the offices are temporarily closed due to the pandemic. Max Cards are still available to order and will be posted out to you safely.
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
POINT, Middleton Road, OL9 9LB
0161 503 1555
Updated: 29/11/2020
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about Max CardMen Behaving Dadly
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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
Galland Street, OL4 3EU
0161 678 9662
Updated: 29/11/2020
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about Men Behaving Dadly Morrisons - Quieter hour
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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
Tweedale Way, OL9 7LD
0161 682 1114
Updated: 28/112019
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about Morrisons - Quieter hour Music Therapy
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Music for children with SEND
Age
From 5 to 18 year olds
0161 770 5660
Updated: 29/11/2020
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about Music Therapy Musical Beginnings Extra
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Music for children
Musical Beginnings Extra is temporarily suspended due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. We are hopeful that we will resume sessions in September 2020. Please ring to check before you travel
Age
From 0 to 5 years old
Union Street, OL1 1QG
0161 770 5660
Updated: 29/11/2020
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about Musical Beginnings ExtraOldham Library - The Sensory Room
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 29/11/2020
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about Oldham Library - The Sensory RoomRDA (Riding for the Disabled Association)
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 29/11/2020
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about RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association)Redbank House - Multi - Sensory Room
Local Offer
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: 29/11/2020
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about Redbank House - Multi - Sensory Room Selecta Day Service for Vulnerable Adults
Local Offer
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
Chapel Road, OL8 4QQ
07866 791 238
Updated: 20/12/2019
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about Selecta Day Service for Vulnerable Adults Sky Badger
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Finding help for disabled children and their families
Age
All ages
0845 609 1256
Updated: 29/11/2020
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about Sky BadgerSoundabout
Local OfferMusic sessions
A charity that uses music to empower and unlock the potential of people with severe and profound learning disabilities.
Updated: 29/11/2020
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about SoundaboutTeam Karting
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 29/11/2020
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about Team Karting Two Hoots Forest School
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 29/11/2020
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about Two Hoots Forest SchoolZ Arts
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
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: 29/11/2020
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about Z Arts