Says The Story

Local Services: The Story

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We visited The Story in County Durham

Katherine and Pippa visited The Story last week and reported back. 

The Story is a very welcoming place and is focused on making their space accessible for all. We were shown around by Steph West and she explained that this museum brings together the collections of The Archives which is six miles of information spanning 900 years of history, Archaeological objects and historical records, 300 years of the Durham Light Infantry, Local Studies and Historic Registration back to 1837 are recorded for the area.

Entry is free of charge and the site has good parking and is very accessible, there is a lift on site. There is no reception as such on the ground floor but there are people there to meet and greet as you go through the front doors. The Story is family friendly and have a lot of activities throughout the school holidays and weekends. There are a lot of interactive exhibits, lots of tactile exhibits and it has also been broken down into manageable pieces of information. There is a lovely big coffee shop and with free use of computers upstairs there is no need to book in advance.

Thank you for the show around and we look forward to forging further links soon.

For more information please visit their website 

 

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Halloween Fun Clubs

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Discover our Fun Clubs

MAIN’s Fun Clubs: Short Break Services

At MAIN, we are proud to offer our short break services during the school holidays, known as Fun Clubs. These clubs are designed for children and young people aged 5-18 years.

Our Fun Clubs provide a safe and engaging environment where participants can enjoy a variety of activities, make new friends, and develop new skills. Whether it’s arts and crafts, sports, or interactive games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

We look forward to welcoming your children to our Fun Clubs and making their school holidays memorable and fun!

October Spooky Fun at MAIN!

This October, we had an amazing time with our spooky-themed sessions! Here’s a glimpse of the fun activities we enjoyed:

  • Sensory Play Pumpkin Making: A hands-on activity that was a hit with everyone.
  • Cake Making: Delicious and creative fun in the kitchen.
  • Arts and Crafts: Unleashing creativity with spooky-themed projects.
  • Fun and Games: Plenty of laughter and excitement.

One of our groups even went trick-or-treating in our lovely community, spreading joy and collecting treats. Additionally, we visited the local care home, and it was such a success that MAIN has been invited back for our Christmas Fun Clubs!

Thank you to everyone who participated and made these sessions memorable. We look forward to more fun and festive activities in the coming months!

 

 

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN

We are thrilled to announce that building work has officially begun on the renovations to expand our centre, Pathways to Independence Centre. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to empower young people and adults by providing them with the skills they need to lead more independent lives.

Key Features of the Centre:

  • Accessible Kitchen: A fully equipped kitchen where individuals can learn cooking and meal preparation skills.
  • Café Area: A welcoming space for social interaction and community engagement.
  • Laundry Room: A practical area for learning essential laundry skills.
  • Reception: A friendly and accessible reception area to greet visitors and provide information.

Our goal is to create a supportive environment where individuals can develop practical skills, build confidence, and foster independence. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, and MAIN’s Pathways to Independence is a significant step towards making this a reality.

We invite you to join us in supporting this incredible initiative. Whether through donations, or spreading the word, your involvement can make a huge difference in the lives of those we serve.

Stay tuned for more updates as we progress with the renovations. Together, we can build a brighter future for our community!

 

 

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MAIN’s New Adult Day Service

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MAIN have been commissioned by Middlesbrough to provide an Adult Day Service

 

Launching today, 1st November, MAIN have a new Adult Day service in our Finlay Cooper Centre.

This service is for anyone 18+ years and is a resident in across Tees Valley- referrals through Adult social care services & NHS . Middlesbrough referrals will take priority as contracted.

Tuesdays 9:30-12:30 Independent living skills
Tuesday 1:30pm-4:30pm Health and Wellbeing
Friday 9:30am-12:30 Getting ready for employment
Friday 1:30-4:30 Enrichment

 

 

Please contact us for more information or look at our support pages