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Sunshine & Smiles

Support, Friendship & Fun

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

 

Latest news

Volunteers and cheer squad needed at Endure24

Volunteers and cheer squad needed at Endure24

8th Jun 2026

Our 28 runners are getting ready for the event at Bramham Park in a few weeks, and we would really love some supporters to be on the course on the afternoon of Saturday 4th July to cheer them on and keep them going!

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Health workshop for parents and carers of children 14+

Health workshop for parents and carers of children 14+

8th Jun 2026

The Leeds Parent Carer Forum is running a Health workshop for parents and carers on Learning Disability Annual Health Checks.

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Carter’s 80km challenge

Carter’s 80km challenge

1st Jun 2026

Throughout June, Carter will be running 80km for Sunshine and Smiles.

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Parent carer event

Parent carer event

1st Jun 2026

Join the LEEDS Parent Carer Forum and the Voice, Influence and Change Team for a supportive and informative morning.

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Positive Imaginings Circus Show and Woodland Workshop

Positive Imaginings Circus Show and Woodland Workshop

1st Jun 2026

Contact has joined forces with climate and arts partners to bring a series of woodland circus shows and workshops to outdoor venues across Yorkshire.

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Run for Sunshine and Smiles at Endure24 2027

Run for Sunshine and Smiles at Endure24 2027

27th May 2026

If you are thinking of taking on Endure24 in 2027, and are looking for a charity to run for, we’d love you to consider supporting Sunshine & Smiles – Leeds Down Syndrome Network.

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Upcoming events

Individual Support Sessions

Individual Support Sessions

Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 8th Jun 2026 - Fri, 12th Jun 2026

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

Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 8th Jun 2026

Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too

Caitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups

Next date:
Mon, 8th Jun 2026, 12:00-17:45

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

Early Development Group - Ducklings

Early Development Group - Ducklings

Next date:
Tue, 9th Jun 2026, 10:00-11:30

Using tools & resources to encourage development

Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+

Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+

Every other Wednesday, 18:00-19:00
Next date: Wed, 10th Jun 2026

Join us online for singing fun with Kerry

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