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Support and services for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Families United is a registered charity based in Warrington, dedicated to supporting local families who have a child or young person with a disability. Our aim is to unite families by fostering mutual support through shared experiences, effective strategies, and a deep understanding of the challenges that raising a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can bring.
We offer families the opportunity to participate in a range of local activities and trips, with the aim of improving health, wellbeing, and social opportunities in a safe and supportive environment.
Weekly Sport & Swim Sessions: Held every Sunday at the Woolston Hub in partnership with Sport Works.
FUN Club: A beloved monthly club, with additional weekly sessions during the summer holidays, hosted at Warrington Play & Sensory Centre.
Family Retreats: Relax and recharge at The Puddle Project retreats.
Parent-Focused Activities: Tailored sessions to support parents and caregivers.
Ad Hoc Monthly Activities: A variety of special events and activities.
HAF Sessions: Holiday Activities and Food programs.
Membership:
We welcome any family with a child or young person who has a disability, regardless of the nature of the disability. Membership is free and open to families residing in the WA postcode area.
Families United Team:
Families United is guided by four trustees, three of whom are parents of children with disabilities, ensuring personal insight and empathy in our leadership. We are also supported by one part-time employee.
Accessing Families United (FUN)
Available to
Anyone
Referral needed?
Yes
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Jill, our part-time employee, is available on Mondays from 9am to 5pm and Tuesdays from 9am to 1pm. Outside of these hours, please leave a message or send an email. Our trustees also monitor emails throughout the week around their other commitments.
We welcome referrals from both professionals and families directly. Membership is free for those living in a WA postcode and supporting a child with disabilities. To become a member, please complete the online form: https://forms.gle/eZ4bSUy3EqRSsyCf8.
Families United is a registered charity based in Warrington, dedicated to supporting local families who have a child or young person with a disability. Our aim is to unite families by fostering mutual support through shared experiences, effective strategies, and a deep understanding of the challenges that raising a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can bring.
We offer families the opportunity to participate in a range of local activities and trips, with the aim of improving health, wellbeing, and social opportunities in a safe and supportive environment.
What We Offer:
Our member families benefit from a variety of regular and ad hoc activities, including:
Weekly Sport & Swim Sessions: Held every Sunday at the Woolston Hub in partnership with Sport Works.
FUN Club: A beloved monthly club, with additional weekly sessions during the summer holidays, hosted at Warrington Play & Sensory Centre.
Family Retreats: Relax and recharge at The Puddle Project retreats.
Parent-Focused Activities: Tailored sessions to support parents and caregivers.
Ad Hoc Monthly Activities: A variety of special events and activities.
HAF Sessions: Holiday Activities and Food programs.
Membership:
We welcome any family with a child or young person who has a disability, regardless of the nature of the disability. Membership is free and open to families residing in the WA postcode area.
Families United Team:
Families United is guided by four trustees, three of whom are parents of children with disabilities, ensuring personal insight and empathy in our leadership. We are also supported by one part-time employee.
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