Welcome to the Sunshine and Smiles weekly newsletter! This is where you will find all our upcoming events and news.
*please note, this newsletter is for the next 2 weeks.
Given the government guidance regarding social distancing we have temporarily suspended all our groups, face to face sessions, activities and closed 21 Co. Shop & Café.
We are looking at ways to re-start our groups and re-open the cafe and will update you as soon as possible.
Some of our sessions are available online. Please see the events calendar on our website to see what's on.
We are still available by telephone and email for advice, support and signposting – please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time:
Telephone: 07725041601
Email: hello@sunshineandsmiles.org.uk
Latest news
Could we ask that families make sure their child or young people have a suitable level of supervision throughout our sessions
Read more...Support during lockdown - children and young people with SEND
Take part in Special Educational Needs & Disability survey
Read more...We will be looking at how we can safely resume physical activities both at 21 Co. and at Stainbeck Community Hall
Read more...Last Call to help Student Psychologist in Clinical Training with Research
The research aims to explore fathers’ experiences of parenting a young adult with Down’s syndrome.
Read more...What's on this week
Lauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 16th Sep 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreFri, 18th Sep 2020, 17:35 - Sun, 20th Sep 2020, 17:35
This weekend we are partnering with Rachel Swann, Independent Ambassador for Tropic Skincare, to hold a virtual pamper in order to raise funds for the charity.
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 18th Nov 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreRuth's Speech and Language groups
Next date: Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
Ruth's Speech & Language Groups
Find out morePOSTPONED - Magic Cycling Hour Sessions
Sun, 29th Nov 2020, 10:45-17:00
Cycling lessons on Sunday 29th November have been cancelled but there will be future sessions taking place.
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 30th Nov 2020, 13:00-14:00
Our makaton signing sessions for babies aged 6-12 months
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 7th Dec 2020, 13:00-14:00
Our makaton signing sessions for babies aged 6-12 months
Find out moreSunshine & Smiles zoom Christmas Parties
Sun, 13th Dec 2020, 10:00-16:00
Sunshine & Smiles Christmas Party - 13th December
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 14th Dec 2020, 13:00-14:00
Our makaton signing sessions for babies aged 6-12 months
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 16th Dec 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 11th Jan 2021, 13:00-14:00
Our makaton signing sessions for babies aged 6-12 months
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 18th Jan 2021, 13:00-14:00
Our makaton signing sessions for babies aged 6-12 months
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 25th Jan 2021, 13:00-14:00
Our makaton signing sessions for babies aged 6-12 months
Find out moreOnline Teaching Assistant Forum
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021, 13:30-14:30
A regular forum for teaching assistants who support children with Down syndrome.
Find out moreZoom call to thank Engage Interactive
Thu, 25th Feb 2021, 19:00-19:30
Join us on zoom to record a quick thank you to Engage Interactive for their fundraising for us.
Find out moreDates for your diary
Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 2nd Sep 2024 - Fri, 6th Sep 2024
9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available
Find out more
Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 9th Sep 2024
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
Find out moreOnline Karaoke Session for ages 10+
Every other Wednesday, 18:00-19:00
Next date: Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Join us online for singing fun with Kerry
Find out more