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Sunshine & Smiles

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Improving the lives and opportunities of people with Down syndrome and their families in Leeds.

 

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Save our children’s rights - what’s at risk, why it matters and how you can take action!

Save our children’s rights - what’s at risk, why it matters and how you can take action!

19th Jan 2026

The campaign to "Save Our Children's Rights" focuses on protecting the legal rights of children with SEND from potential government reforms that threaten their access to essential support and education.

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Volunteers needed for potato day!

Volunteers needed for potato day!

19th Jan 2026

Could you spare some time to help out in Cafe 21 at Hollybush on Sunday 22nd February? 

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 Young people and work report - Call for evidence

Young people and work report - Call for evidence

19th Jan 2026

Share your experiences and help shape future policy

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My first 1000 days project - Free parent and baby sessions

My first 1000 days project - Free parent and baby sessions

19th Jan 2026

As part of this research project, the University of Leeds are running four free, topic-based sessions, for parents and carers of babies up to 12 months old.

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Health workshop for parents and carers

Health workshop for parents and carers

12th Jan 2026

Leeds Local Offer and the Parent Carer Forum have an upcoming workshop to provide an overview of health care services in Leeds.

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Volunteers needed for research study

Volunteers needed for research study

12th Jan 2026

You are invited to take part in a short open question online survey exploring how parenting a child with Down Syndrome may shape your day-to-day life, sense of self and connections with others. 

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Upcoming events

Online Yoga for 16+

Online Yoga for 16+

Every other Friday, 19:30-20:15
Next date: Fri, 23rd Jan 2026

Online Yoga Sessions

Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups

Next date:
Sat, 24th Jan 2026, 10:00-14:30

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

Made with Music for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)

Made with Music for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)

Next date:
Sat, 24th Jan 2026, 10:30-11:30

A fantastic and fun music session for ages 2-8

Tree planting event

Tree planting event

Sat, 24th Jan 2026, 13:30-15:00

If you would love to spend some time outdoors, join us for an exciting tree planting event with the Conservation Volunteers from TCV Hollybush

Individual Support Sessions

Individual Support Sessions

Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 26th Jan 2026 - Fri, 30th Jan 2026

9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available

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