I Can Do It (Henshaws lifeskills course for children and young people)

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I Can Do It (formerly known as 'Independence Matters for Children and Young People') is our independence course, funded by BBC Children in Need, for children aged 8 -12 and young people aged 13 -18. Our course is a great way to learn about friendships, safety, doing things for yourself, cooking and starting to think about growing up; all through fun activities!

The course covers:

• Social & emotional skills
• Keeping safe at home, outside and online
• Living independently with a VI
• Kitchen skills
• Dreaming in colour- transitions, goals and aspirations

Each course begins with a parent’s workshop to give your parents information and guidance, and you’ll get a certificate at the end.

Our courses run across Manchester and Merseyside, and either run for three consecutive Saturdays or for three days across half term, so they fit in with your schedule. I Can Do It is free and is available for anyone with sight loss aged between 8 and 18.

If you’d like more info or to express your interest for Manchester, please contact Natalie on 0161 872 1234 or email natalie.thompson@henshaws.org.uk.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Natalie Thompson
Contact Position
Enablement Officer for Children and Young People
Telephone
0161 872 1234 0161 872 1234
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Where to go

Name
Henshaws
Address
88-92
Talbot Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
Postcode
M16 0GS
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Notes

Our main centre in Trafford is at Atherton House on Talbot Road. It is a short walk away from Old Trafford tram stop (0.3 miles). Our 'I Can Do It' course is held around Greater Manchester, and we also have hubs all across the region so you never have to travel too far to find us. For more information on our hubs and services in Oldham, Wythenshawe, Salford, Altrincham, MREH, Wigan and Leigh, Bolton and Harpurhey, visit henshaws.org.uk/manchester or contact us on 0161 872 1234.

Time / Date Details

When is it on
Evenings, weekends and school holidays

Who is it for?

Ages
  • Ages 8-18
Supporting People With
  • Visual impairment
Eligibility Details

I Can Do It is free and is available for anyone living in Greater Manchester with sight loss aged between 8 and 18. If you live outside of this area but would still like to take part, get in touch with Natalie in 0161 872 1234 to be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Accessibility

Details

Our main centre in Trafford has an accessible toilet, disabled parking, a sensory room, and wheelchair access. 'I Can Do It' is held in a number of different areas - for specific accessibility details, get in touch with Natalie on 0161 872 1234.

Costs

Details
Free

Availability

Referral Required?
No
Referral Details

Please contact Natalie Thompson in the first instance to express interest.

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