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The National Deaf Children's Society offers a wide range of IN PERSON and online events/courses, for deaf children, young people, their parents and families. Some examples of the events that they offer are listed below. Full details of the upcoming events calendar, plus how to book your free places are available at ndcs.org.uk/our-services/our-events/
Events for parents, carers and families: The NDCS has a range of events and courses to support parents, carers and families of deaf children. Run by their experts, they cover a variety of topics and issues, from finding out your child is deaf or has a hearing loss, to supporting them as they become a young adult. Many are free unless stated otherwise. Their events and courses are also a great way to meet other parents and families in a similar position, share experiences, and be part of a community. Events are held in person and online. including online baby and toddler sessions and information and advice sessions, plus onine courses including 'Learn British Sign Language' and 'Raising a Deaf Child'.
Events and activities for deaf children and young people: The NDCS has a range of fun events and activities for deaf children and young people to get involved with. They’re a great way to meet people, make friends, learn new skills, and grow in confidence. Whether your child fancies trying a new activity like baking or is keen to campaign for change, there is something for everyone! Their events and activities are suitable for children and young people with all levels of deafness. All are free unless stated otherwise. Upcoming online events include 'Your Future: Deaf Role Models' - In each session they explore a different career with the help of their deaf role models, plus 'Get Informed Series: Being Deaf'- This online workshop helps your child to find out more about deafness and their deaf identity, while making some new friends along the way!
External Opprtunities: The NDCS also offers the opportunity to sign up for a wide range of accessible opportunities provided by their trusted partners, including events and activities, volunteering and work experience and paid opportunities such as apprenticeships and full-time employment.
THE BUZZ
Join us at our Big Party - Saturday 31st August 2024
IT'S OUR 30th BIRTHDAY - HELP US CELEBRATE!
HOST AN EVENT
For our young deaf members and their families- We will help cover the costs (up to £500) and promote your event! For full details and the application form visit our MEMBER SUPPORT page. or contact us to discuss further.
EVENTS YOU CAN BOOK FOR NOW & UPCOMING EVENTS!
volunteering
The NDCS has supported many families since it's creation in 1944 . Many of the children join us in adulthood to volunteer - We welcome all our supporters & you can join as a volunteer on our BECOME A MEMBER page.
LOOK AT THE EVENTS WE HAVE COMING UP- SAVE THE DATES!!
After a really successful soft play event held recently, we wanted to show you what is planned for the rest of the year . . .
We hope the events look exciting, we are always looking for new ideas so please let us know if you have an event you would be interested in or able to help with.
How to book: All of our events are shown here on our website and further details will be updated nearer to the time on the website, Facebook group and by email. So make sure your membership is up to date and you have opted in to receive emails.
Some of the events are limited in numbers and therefore will be on a first come, first served basis..
EVENTS YOU CAN BOOK FOR NOW & UPCOMING EVENTS!
FAMILY EVENT: ALL MEMBERS WELCOME
St John's Hollow, Lydiard Park, Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon SN5 3PA
SATURDAY 31st August 1.00pm - 4.00pm
We are having a party, there will be lots of fun activities including Circus Skills with Jack in a Box Circus Entertainment, Treasure hunts, pick and mix, lots of games and face painting. Everybody is welcome, family and friends. It will be from 1.00pm to 4.00pm in St John's Hollow at Lydiard Park (SN5 3PA) on Saturday 31st August.
Please bring your own picnic. Cold drinks will be available and hot drinks can be purchased from Lydiard café.
If you can join us please send us an email to let us know at swindon@ndcsgroup.org.uk by Saturday 17th August and include numbers and ages of children. If you require a BSL interpreter or have any other access requirements please include this information in your reply. Volunteers, supporters and their families are also really welcome. It is going to be lots of fun. Fingers crossed for good weather-we will have plenty of gazebos just in case!
The cost is free but there are parking charges at the park.
DEADLINE FOR BOOKING REQUESTS IS SATURDAY 17th AUGUST