Welcome to the Sunshine and Smiles weekly newsletter! This is where you will find all our upcoming events and news.
Given the current government guidance regarding social distancing and non-essential social gatherings we have taken the very difficult decision to temporarily suspend all our groups, face to face sessions, activities and to close 21 Co. Shop & Café.
This decision has not been made lightly and we know it has implications for many people.
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
Some of our sessions are now available online. Please see the events calendar on our website to see what's on.
Latest news
Have Your Say - SEND Consultation
Help Leeds City Council Voice & Influence Team make changes for 2021
Read more...Thank you The Linden Charitable Trust
Every penny donated to Sunshine & Smiles goes directly towards the vital support we offer
Read more...Covid-19 Up to Date Information & Guidance
Important information for people and communities in Leeds
Read more...New Guidelines on Thyroid Disorder in Children and Young People with Down Syndrome
DSMIG publish new guidance on thyroid function; Surveillance and when to initiate treatment
Read more...Occupational Therapy Students on Role Emerging Placement with Sunshine & Smiles
The students would really value talking to our families and finding out what you think.
Read more...We know that things are changing daily so here is a current list of guidance and resources.
Read more...What's on this week
Lauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 10th Jun 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 moreOnline Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 15th Jul 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 moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 14th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreLauren'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 moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 21st Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 28th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out more
Every Monday, 13:30-14:45
Next date: Mon, 28th Sep 2020
Online 0-3 Session from 1:30pm - 2:40pm
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 5th Oct 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out more
Every Monday, 13:30-14:45
Next date: Mon, 5th Oct 2020
Online 0-3 Session from 1:30pm - 2:40pm
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 12th Oct 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out more
Every Monday, 13:30-14:45
Next date: Mon, 12th Oct 2020
Online 0-3 Session from 1:30pm - 2:40pm
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Green Groups
Next date: Sun, 18th Oct 2020, 10:00-16:15
These are the Green Groups and we will send each family their time and Zoom information.
Find out moreDates for your diary
Lauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 10th Jun 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 moreOnline Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
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 more
Every Monday, 13:30-14:45
Next date: Mon, 28th Sep 2020
Online 0-3 Session from 1:30pm - 2:40pm
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Green Groups
Next date: Sun, 18th Oct 2020, 10:00-16:15
These are the Green Groups and we will send each family their time and Zoom information.
Find out moreOnline Movement with Katie Age 8-16
Next date: Sat, 24th Oct 2020, 12:30-13:10
PLEASE NOTE LATER TIME JUST FOR THIS WEEK
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Blue Groups
Next date: Sat, 21st Nov 2020, 10:00-16:00
These are the Blue Groups and we will send each family their time and Zoom information.
Find out moreRuth's online Speech and Language - Yellow groups
Next date: Mon, 23rd Nov 2020, 10:00-12:30
These are the face-to-face Yellow Groups hosted by Ruth Mercer
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
Online Makaton classes for families who have a child 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 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 more
Every Sunday, 15:00-15:35
Next date: Sun, 28th Feb 2021
Online Beginners Yoga with Maddie
Find out moreNext date: Thu, 18th Mar 2021, 19:00-19:40
A relaxed online singing session for people aged 10+
Find out moreWorld Down Syndrome Day Zoom Gathering
Sun, 21st Mar 2021, 11:00-12:00
Join us on Zoom to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day together.
Find out moreOnline Smilers Karaoke Session
Next date: Thu, 1st Apr 2021, 19:00-20:00
Get your song requests in!
Find out moreOnline Made with Music for Ages 8-16
Next date: Sat, 10th Apr 2021, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Red Groups
Next date: Sat, 10th Apr 2021, 11:30-17:15
Individual group invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Orange Groups
Next date: Sun, 11th Apr 2021, 09:30-16:30
Individual group invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreSwim Session - Pre-booking Essential
Next date: Sat, 17th Apr 2021, 15:15-16:55
Bookings will open Saturday 10th April
Find out more'I Want To Ride My Bike' Session
Sat, 22nd May 2021, 09:00-17:00
One-to-one cycling sessions with Dave Burns from I Want To Ride My Bike
Find out more