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A light-hearted social group with an opportunity to catch up with all the latest news and events within Shine and meet other members from across the country for fun and friendship If you have any further questions or would like to find out more information regarding this event, please reach out. Just click the ‘Get in Touch’ button below, and we’ll be more than happy to assist you. Please note: This session will take place via a closed Zoom session, to participate you will need to book your place by clicking the ‘Sign Up Now’ button provided, and ensure that you have the Zoom software installed on your computer or mobile device. A link to the Zoom event will be sent to the email address you provide during your booking. Zoom is free of charge to use, and entirely secure.  If you do not currently have it installed, you can download it here https://zoom.us/download Book here: https://www.shinecharity.org.uk/events/events

In this session, we will focus on habilitation support and then welcome special guests from Sense who will share their knowledge, experiences, and helpful tips, particularly as the summer months approach. We’ll also discuss fun activity ideas for disabled young people that encourage the entire family to get active, creative, and adventurous! Get ready for a double helping of inspiration and connection! Join us for a lively evening as we dive into the world of all round /early years support for families. We’ll be shining a spotlight on habilitation support as well as welcoming special guests from Sense to share their expertise, stories, and practical tips, especially in the run up to summer. We will share ideas for activities for disabled young people designed to get the whole family moving, creating and exploring! Most are completely free of charge. ​Sense is a national leading disability charity, here to support disabled people from the first weeks of life through all the major milestones of adulthood. ​Over 70 years, they’ve built extensive knowledge and expertise in supporting people with complex disabilities including deafblindness. More information here: Sense | For disabled people ​Whether you’re a parent, carer, or just want to learn more, this […]

Are you aged 13-17 and living with hydrocephalus or spina bifida? Come and be part of our supportive and fun community! Location: Virtual Join us for an engaging virtual session designed to help us get to know each other better. Whether you’re new or already know some of the group, this is a great opportunity to connect and make new friends! We will playing games and using this group as a way to get to know each other better. We want you to tell us what you would like to do in these groups each month Why Join? • Meet new friends and build a supportive network • Engage in fun and meaningful activities • Learn about your condition • Express yourself creatively • Enjoy a safe and inclusive environment We can’t wait to see you there! Please note: This session will take place via a closed Zoom session, to participate you will need to book your place by clicking the ‘Sign Up Now’ button provided, and ensure that you have the Zoom software installed on your computer or mobile device. A link to the Zoom event will be sent to the email address you provide during your booking. Zoom […]

Come along to Shine Social’s Coffee, chat and quiz and give our 2 quiz’s a go. Challenge yourself in a relaxed, friendly, supportive, private and informal setting online, on Zoom. We are looking forward to meeting you. Please note: This session will take place via a closed Zoom session, to participate you will need to book your place by clicking the ‘Sign Up Now’ button provided, and ensure that you have the Zoom software installed on your computer or mobile device. A link to the Zoom event will be sent to the email address you provide during your booking. Zoom is free of charge to use, and entirely secure.  If you do not currently have it installed, you can download it here https://zoom.us/download   Book here: https://www.shinecharity.org.uk/events/events

SURVIVING THE SUMMER Self Care for Solo Parents with Rachael B How to find time to take care of ourselves during the long summer holidays Friday 11th July 2025 at 10.30am to 12.30pm Online session on Zoom • A timely reminder about why self care is so important • 6 tips for surviving the summer • Find out about some key ‘go-to’ resources that can help • Equip us so we can look after ourselves whilst taking better care of our children We know from experience that looking after ourselves can all too easily drop off the to do list, if it even gets on there. As pressures increase, taking time to look after ourselves becomes even more important. Join us for this essential workshop delivered by Rachael, one of our Steering Group members and make your self-care your priority. for info and booking email: tony@bringingustogether.org.uk

One of the most overwhelming commonalities we have as parent carers is worrying about the future and what happens when we can no longer care.Workshop on line on Wednesday 16th July at 11.00am to 1.00pmWe are delighted to be joined by Lucy Holgate from Irwin Mitchell.Lucy aims to make the complicated process as simple as possible for us with some small, simple steps towards planning for the future.for more information and booking contact Tony@bringingustogether.org.uk