Thanks to all your votes, we’re delighted to announce that we’re through to the final round of the Aviva Community Fund! We’re in the running to win £5,000 which will enable us to start dance classes for children with additional needs. We would like to provide specialist dance classes for children with learning disabilities, and the… Read more »
Independent Options’ Christmas Fair has raised a grand total of £1,290.60 after a fun-packed day of festivities which saw Santa Claus himself stopping by to say hello to excited children. Guests were treated to Christmas-themed activities and games, as well as crafts and face painting. Tasty treats and homemade cakes were on offer, and rich… Read more »
Independent Options is gearing up for Kidz to Adultz Up North on Thursday 19th November, a free exhibition dedicated to children and young adults with disabilities, their families and carers. Offering advice and information on our services, Independent Options will be at the event, held at Event City, Barton Dock Road, Manchester, M17 8AS, all… Read more »
There’s lots of fun to be had when there’s fireworks to be watched and marshmallows to be toasted, but for some it can be a stressful experience. Here are our tips to enjoying the night. 1. Do some prep beforehand, make sure that everyone knows what to expect as there will be loud noises 2…. Read more »
Independent Options is delighted to be in with a chance of winning a £5,000 grant from the Aviva Community Fund, which will enable us to start dance classes at our Children and Family Centre, but we need your votes to help us win! Dance is a great form of exercise and can significantly help with building… Read more »
Everyone had a fantastic time despite the horrible weather, and no one minded getting a bit soggy and squelching through the mud as it meant being able to meet some new farm friends! Trips like these are completely funded by brilliant people like you! If you would like to become a regular donor to Independent… Read more »
Teams of volunteers from pharmaceuticals giant AstraZeneca came along to Hallfield Guesthouse and the Children and Family Centre to help tidy up the gardens. The teams did an incredible job and worked extraordinarily hard, and now the gardens are looking blooming lovely! A huge thanks to everyone who came along and helped!