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Leeds Mencap 60th anniversary events!

Posted on May 7, 2013 by HDSSG

Leeds Mencap are staging two events to celebrate their 60th anniversary – a family fun day and 60km sponsored cycle ride on Saturday June 30th 2013 from 9am till 5pm ♦ FREE Cycling Family Fun Day for both cyclists and … Continue reading →

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Sensory Friendly Cinema at Odeon Huddersfield – Now Showing!

Posted on April 28, 2013 by HDSSG

Dimensions along with the Odeon Huddersfield are offering monthly ‘sensory friendly’ cinema screenings of recent releases! What makes a screening sensory friendly? The lights will be on low The volume will be turned down There will be no trailers at … Continue reading →

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HDSSG Dad runs for the DSA

Posted on April 22, 2013 by HDSSG

HDSSG were very proud when we heard that Huddersfield dad, Charlie Smith, was taking part in the Virgin London Marathon raising funds for the only national charity dedicated to helping people with Down Syndrome – the Down’s Syndrome Association. Charlie, dad … Continue reading →

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15 medals & a model – more BOK swim team success

Posted on April 22, 2013 by HDSSG

  Ruben, Joanne, Ben & Rebekah swam with the Borough of Kirklees Disability Team this weekend at the Down Syndrome European Swimming championships that took place in Southampton. All our swimmers came away with medals. From left to right – Rebekah … Continue reading →

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Support from online ultra & trail running store

Posted on April 19, 2013 by HDSSG

  We are thrilled that new online ultra & trail running equipment store www.ultra-runner.com are supporting Down Syndrome charities including HDSSG! UltraRunner.com offer discounted prices on quality branded clothing and equipment for the ultra and trail running community with the idea … Continue reading →

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Tea With Lady Rose – a new family club for over 9′s from Shabang!

Posted on April 19, 2013 by HDSSG

For children over 9 with additional needs and their families. Shabang also offers the invitation to children on the autistic spectrum on Saturday dates. please visit Shabang’s website for more details!  

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Football Coaching for adults with additional needs in Huddersfield

Posted on April 15, 2013 by HDSSG

Adult coaching sessions for beginners:   Adult coaching sessions for intermediate players:

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Huddersfield Town Ability Counts Programme – Football coaching opportunity for children with AN

Posted on April 15, 2013 by HDSSG

       

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Free Conference Exploring Changes To Special Educational Needs Legislation

Posted on March 31, 2013 by HDSSG

        Early Support are presenting a free conferences to explore how the changes in Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) legislation will affect children, young people, families, services and the SEND sector. We will explore how Early … Continue reading →

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Jack models for National Children’s museum

Posted on March 27, 2013 by HDSSG

 ’Three days ahead of its opening to the public on March 29, Eureka gave a sneak preview of their £2.9m gallery to the press and key people who made the gallery happen.’ ‘Only hours after contractors made the finishing touches to … Continue reading →

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