Sense is a UK-based charitable organization dedicated to supporting individuals who are deafblind or have complex disabilities. Their mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of the complexity of their disabilities, has the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.
Services Offered
Sense provides personalized, creative, and flexible support at every stage of life. Their services include:
- Activities: A range of bookable activities focusing on arts, wellbeing, sports, and getting active.
- Meeting People: Initiatives like virtual buddying, short breaks, and Sense Holidays to foster connections.
- Education and Work: Programs such as Sense College and employment support to aid personal development.
- Support for Adults: Day services, community support, residential care, and supported living options.
- Children and Young People: Specialist support, free play sessions, and assistance for siblings and carers.
Getting Involved
Sense offers various ways for individuals to contribute:
- Volunteering: Opportunities to make a real difference, whether you have an hour or a week to spare.
- Fundraising: Participate in events, create personal fundraising initiatives, or give in memory.
- Donations: Options to donate items, support through gifts in wills, or partner with the organization.
- Campaigning: Join campaigns like “A plan for change” to advocate for the rights of disabled individuals.
Latest Blog Highlights
Sense’s blog features inspiring stories, such as:
- Mo’s Tireless Campaigning: Highlighting Mo’s efforts to amplify the voices of people with disabilities.
- Drumming with Sense: Showcasing how drumming has positively impacted Autunm, a participant with autism and learning difficulties.
- Music Support for Deafblind Children: Exploring how music has been instrumental in connecting children like Arthur to the world around them.
For more information or to get involved, visit Sense’s official website.
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