A free family fun day, aimed at children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) up to the age of 25, is being held by the Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum (BBPCF) in the new year.
In association with SSG, the fun day will take place on 14 January 2023 at the Alexandra Sports Centre on Sidney Road from 1.30pm.
Both groups are subsidising the event to ensure it is completely free for families to come along to.
There will be a range of activities to cater to everyone from newborns to 25-year-olds, including inflatables, sporting activities, face painting, a gaming bus, craft activities, messy play for under 5’s, ‘learn a dance routine’ for older children/young adults, a sensory journey for children with PMLD, a quiet room/sensory room and more.
Anyone who registers for the event via Eventbrite (link here) will receive a voucher for a treat from Mr Ice Cream Man or Really Awesome Coffee who will both be there serving refreshments on the day.
Parents have welcomed the news, particularly during the current cost-of-living crisis.
“This is a much-needed event for our family as we always struggle to find things available that can meet the needs of our child,” said one parent.
‘My son can’t wait for this event, he is desperate for a go in the gaming bus and the inflatables.”
Another said: “What a great idea for families who are in so much need at the moment, this couldn’t have come at a
better time!’
“We are delighted to be working alongside SSG who have offered their facilities and time for this event for families,” said a spokesperson from BBPCF.
“We regularly talk to many families locally who struggle to access activities for their children with SEND. We want them to be able to come along to an event where there is no judgement and activities to suit children with any additional needs.
“We will offer quiet spaces for those who struggle with crowds as well as activities for those who are able-bodied and those who have mobility difficulties, we want it to be as inclusive as possible.”
For more information about the event, contact BBPCF on communications@bbpcf.org.uk or register via the
Eventbrite link here.
