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Great Achievement

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Celebrating Sam’s University Success!

We’re absolutely thrilled to celebrate an incredible milestone — Sam has graduated from Teesside University with a well-deserved 2:1 in History! His hard work, commitment, and passion for the past have all paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder of what he’s achieved.

Studying History is no easy feat — it takes deep thinking, critical analysis, and a real love for storytelling and understanding the world around us. Sam has shown all of that and more throughout his time at university.

Now, with his degree in hand, Sam is setting his sights on a future that connects his passion for history with his career goals. His dream? To work in a museum, where he can help bring the past to life for others, share knowledge, and continue learning every day.

We’re so excited to see where this next chapter takes him. With his enthusiasm, dedication, and love of history, we know he’ll be a fantastic asset to any museum team.

Congratulations, Sam — your future is looking bright, and we’re cheering you on every step of the way!

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AMAZING Staff, doing AMAZING things for MAIN

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SPONSORED WALK ROUND-UP

In aid of MAIN ❤️

On Monday 2nd June, some of our amazing team took part in a fancy dress sponsored walk.

Thanks to the incredible kindness of our community, family, friends, colleagues, and the families of our service-users — we’re thrilled to share that we more than TRIPLED our fundraising target, raising an amazing £1,122!

Your generous donations will go directly toward enhancing the experiences of those we support, helping us invest in new sensory supplies, interactive tools, and calming spaces that will truly make a difference.

From every donation and share, to every kind word of encouragement, your support meant the world to us.  We simply couldn’t have done it without you.

Thank you for walking this journey with us. ❤️


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#AutismAwareness #SponsoredWalk #ThankYou

 

 

VE Day Celebrations 1945 – 2025

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MAIN had a fantastic turnout to celebrate the heroic men and women who fought valiantly for our futures, we welcomed our neighbours from Pennyman House and Elizabeth House and many of our local community, all coming together to say thank you and to mark the 80th Anniversary of the end of WWII; in one of the pictures there are names highlighted our blackboard, they represent all of the veterans who lived in North Ormesby and who lost their lives, fighting for our freedom.

 

 

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Join us for our Grand Opening

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Join us for our Grand Opening

Join Us for the Grand Opening of the Pathway to Independence Centre!

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our Pathway to Independence Centre on 14th February 2025. This special day marks a significant milestone in our journey, and we would love for you to be a part of it.

We warmly invite all families, clients, professionals, and supporters to join us in celebrating this momentous occasion. The event will feature inspiring speeches, delightful refreshments, and a ceremonial ribbon cutting.

Event Details:

  • Date: 14th February 2025
  • Time: 10am
  • Location: MAIN, The Finlay Cooper Centre, Elizabeth Terrace, North Ormesby, TS3 6EN

Come and be a part of this wonderful celebration. Your presence will make the day even more special as we embark on this new chapter together.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Please email to book on at mainadminsupport@iammain.org.uk

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN- Update 5

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Pathway to Independence Centre: Final Sneak Peek Before Our Grand Opening!

We are thrilled to share the last sneak peek of the Pathway to Independence Centre before our grand opening launch event, which we hope to arrange around February. Stay tuned for more details in our upcoming newsletter!

In the meantime, please enjoy this short video from our CEO, Heather Whyman, showcasing some of the key features and the incredible progress we’ve made so far.

Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Pathway to Independence Centre soon!

 

 

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN- Update 4

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN

Exciting Updates from MAIN!

I wanted to share some exciting updates on the Pathways to Independence Centre:

  • Lighting: The lights are nearly fully installed.
  • Reception Area: Work has begun, including the wheelchair-accessible front desk.
  • Toilets: The passageway toilets have been updated.
  • Kitchen: We aim to start the kitchen fittings by the end of this week.
  • Plastering: Completed, and both false walls have been put in place.

A huge thank you to everyone involved, including P&HS Architects, JPS LTD, Castle Construction, and many more. You are all MAIN’s SUPER HEROES!

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Middlesbrough Football Foundation helps with Anti-Bullying Week at MAIN

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Fayzan from Middlesbrough Football Foundation Visits Inbetweeners for Team-Building Games

We were thrilled to welcome Fayzan from the Middlesbrough Football Foundation to Inbetweeners and Thursday After school club this week. Fayzan led a series of engaging and fun games designed to promote teamwork and collaboration among our participants.

The activities were a huge success, with everyone enthusiastically taking part and working together to complete the challenges. These games not only brought smiles and laughter but also highlighted the importance of working as a team to achieve common goals.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Fayzan and the Middlesbrough Football Foundation for their time and effort in making this event memorable. We look forward to more such enriching experiences in the future!

 

 

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN- Update 3

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN

Exciting Updates from MAIN!

We invite you to watch our latest video where our CEO, Heather Whyman, gives an overview of the progress we’ve made this week. We are currently 8 days into our project and have achieved the following milestones:

  • Radiator Pipes Installed: The pipes for the radiators are now in place.
  • Ceiling Completed: The ceiling work is finished.
  • Electrical Work: Our electrician is focusing on lighting and access.
  • Plastering: The plasterer will be on-site tomorrow.
  • Kitchen Installation: The kitchen fitting is scheduled for next week.
  • Planning for False Wall: Ongoing planning for a false wall in our bedroom.

In the video, Heather demonstrates where everything will be placed and provides more details on our progress

 

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN- Update 2

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Exciting Renovations Underway at MAIN

Exciting news! The deliveries for our renovations have arrived, and we are one step closer to expanding and developing our Pathways to Independence centre.

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We have another exciting update for our Pathways to Independence centre! Here’s a sneak peek at the colour theme for the centre and reception area.

Thoughtful Design:

Although MAIN has extensive experience, we recently attended a conference focused on interior design for autistic individuals. This has helped us ensure that our new features are not only appropriate but also create a calm and welcoming environment with reduced barriers.

We are committed to making our centre a place where everyone feels comfortable and supported. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to make progress!

 

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See our new Fundraising page!

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Please support us in achieving our goals

We are excited to announce the launch of our brand new fundraising page on our website! As a charity, we rely on the generous donations and fundraising efforts of our wonderful community to continue our vital work.

Our current aspirations include upgrading our facilities, reaching more families and purchasing a new minibus. With your support, we can make these dreams a reality and continue to make a positive impact.

Please visit our fundraising page here to learn more about our goals and how you can help. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to achieving our mission.

Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

Warm regards,

MAIN

 

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