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Family Links Parent GroupIN THE PIPELINE .RLI FOR OLDER STRUGGLING READERS - duringthe Autumn term we plan to schedule an evening sessionon adapting the Reading Language Interventionprogramme (RLI) for older readers. The session will coverhow to grade a book or article and how to take a runningrecord as a young person reads. If you are interestedplease contact the officeTRAIN THE TRAINER DAY—1st October 2015. Aday aimed at training trainers to deliver an awareness andinformation day for midwives, paediatricians, healthvisitors and other health workers involved with babiesand young children with Down syndrome and theirfamilies. Booking form now available.MINDFULLNESS AND EXERCISE - would you beinterested in learning more about mindfulness and how tode-stress and relax? If so please let us know. We areconsidering running a course at the centre along with theopportunity to do gentle exercise to target aches andpains—in particular parents who are struggling with backache.Family Links Parent Group are running a 10 week programmeover the summer at Low Fold Children's Centre in Keighleystarting Monday 27th July. The programme covers: Understanding why children behave as they do. Recognising feelings behind behaviour (ours and theirs). Exploring different approaches to discipline. Finding ways to develop co-operation and self-discipline inchildren. The importance of looking after ourselves.To book places please contact Michael Simpson either onmobile 07443932502 or email raisingparents6@gmail.comTime Out For Dads programme.Aim to be the best dad you can be!A course looking at the role of dads in a tough world.Wednesdays 4.15 pm - 7.00 pm starting July 29th until Sept16th at Owlet Children & Family Centre in Shipley.Please make enquiries or bookings with Michael Simpson on07443 932502 or email raisingparents6@gmail.comOr ring Craig Hitchon-Anderson in Family Support at OwletChildren & Family Centre on 01274 435365 / 07582109802.REPORT ON OUR TRANSITION EVENINGIt was lovely to see so many parents at our meeting on23rd June. Recent changes to the law, benefits and thenew Education Health Care plans can make the transitionexperience seem daunting and it was good to share ideasand experiences with one another. We hope that this isthe beginning of more sessions that will help families andyoung people enjoy this exciting process into adulthood.We will be planning a follow up meeting for the Autumnterm.REPORT ON OUR DOWN SYNDROME AUTISTIC SPECTRUM CONDITIONEVENINGOn Monday 29th June 15 people joined us for a veryinteresting and informative evening at our Centre withShelley Russell from Cygnet, supported by Wendy Uttley.The families in attendance were caring for children agedbetween 2 and 19, some with the dual diagnosis, someunder assessment and some keen to learn whether theyneeded to seek an assessment. The evening included adetailed look at the communication, social skills, sensoryand obsessive behaviours associated with ASC. At everystep we found ourselves trying to unpick the behavioursthat we know many children with Down syndrome candisplay; I know my son Sam loves routine, has had sensoryissues around feeding and having hair and nails cut andcan take things very literally but he doesn’t have ASC!Needless to say we had some fascinating discussions.Our aim is that the group will meet 4 times a year and inSeptember we plan to schedule an evening sessioncovering ideas to help children with a dual diagnosiscommunicate better, with plenty of time for discussion.Luv n Friends Matter 2 Us AllthOn 14 July, 9:30 to 3.30 Luv2meetU will be holding aconference at Kala Sangam, Bradford. Parents, carers,organisations, professionals and people with learningdisabilities and/or Autism are invited to workshops on topicslike dating, inclusion, Autism, and sexual health. There will alsobe entertainment and a market place event. To book visit:https://www.pavpub.com/luv2meetu-event/ for more info,contact Jenny Sellera at Luv2meetU on 01274 655 956/07919045 691 or luv2meetu@hft.org.ukSpecial iApps new websiteSpecial iApps new website is now live. Visit:https://www.specialiapps.org/en-gb/Annual health checks for adults and teenagerswith Down syndrome and the Health BookThe Down’s Syndrome Association (DSA) would like to set up asmall permanent Health Book Focus Group to find out how theHealth Book )is working and to ensure that it remains useful andrelevant. They hope that the Group will include people withDown syndrome, GPs, nurses and parents/carers and aim tocontact members via email at least once a year with somestraightforward questions such as “Have you had anyproblems using the Health Book?”, “Would you like us to makeany changes to the Health Book?” If anyone would like to jointhe focus group please contact Stuart MillsInformation Officer, Down’s Syndrome Association 0333 1212300

OTHER SUMMER ACTIVITIESSummer at Chellow Heights SchoolSUMMER ACTIVITIES WITH THE SPECIALISTFor fun activities for children with special needs and theirsiblings why not contact the Stay and Play SummerScheme . Activities include:- hydrotherapy wheelchairaccessible play fort, outdoor play, soft play sensory room,rebound, art & crafts, cookery, adapted bikes, musicsessions, and zoo lab visit.The dates are 21, 23, 28, 30 July, 4, 6, 11, 13 August,10am-3pm 5 per child (parents/carers will be responsible for thesupervision of their children). Hot & cold lunches, &snacks available to buy. For details contact, Julia Warren,01274 484242.INCLUSION PROJECT (S.I.P)LS29 SUMMER EVENTS www.ls29group.co.ukSun 5/7 11am Creepy Crawlies indoor and outdooradventure park. York. 3 per child. Adults/0-3 years free.Monday 20/7 10am-1pm or 1.30-3.30pm Doe Park –Kayaking, canoeing, raft building. 5 per child.Friday 31/7 10.30am Diggerland Party Near Xscape, offM62. 7 per child includes lunch 1 carer per child withspecial needs goes in free, any other adults 5. Can stayall day after party.Friday 7/8 10.30am or 11.30am Kilnsey Pony Trek (Age 4and over) Then fishing (you buy any fish you catch) 5 perchild.ththMonday/Tuesday 10 /11 August Ashbourne TravelodgeFor Alton Towers/Splash Landings /Derbyshire FULLY BOOKEDWednesday 12/8 1-3pm EST Donkey Sanctuary. Free.More suitable for younger children.Wednesday 19/8 1-3pm EST Donkey Sanctuary. Free.More suitable for younger children.Friday 21st August 1.30-3.30pm Doe Park - Kayaking,canoeing, raft building. 5 per child.Tuesday 25th August 10.30 Stockeld Park, Wetherby. 7per child includes lunch .Thursday 27th August 10.30am - Thornton Hall Farm 4per child including the safari ride around the land and deerpark.Contact Karen on: 07976015134 / 01943 609861IMPROVING SPORT FOR DISABLED PEOPLECurrently West Yorkshire Sport and South YorkshireSport are renewing their company strategy to providevision and direction through to 2020. One of theiroutcomes focuses on greater inclusivity in sport andphysical activity. They are committed to improving thelives of disabled people and their families through thepromotion of sport and physical activity. However, theyneed your help and have designed a consultation survey fordisabled people and families :https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JC286BCCan you spare 5 minutes and complete this?Thank you Andrew Lane, Development Officer, WestYorkshire Sport. web: www.wysport.co.ukThe S.I.P is a project run by Bradford Council that provides, andsupports others to provide, leisure and recreational activities foryoung people aged 8 to 18 years with a disability. During thesummer they have organised FUN DAYS! For every day of everyweek, 10.30am to 3pm. Parents do not have to stay and the staffare fully trained and can provide personal care. Limited transportis available. All for 10 for one day a week for five weeks of theholidays. Email S.I.P@bradford.gov.uk for an application formwhich will be followed up by an assessment.Mondays, age 11 at Parkwood, Keighley - sensory equipment,recording studio, basketball, animation teams.Tuesdays, age 8 to 18 at Phoenix Special School, nuture based swimming, rebound, sensory room, secure outdoor area, soft play,bouncy castle, massage therapist.Wednesdays, age 8 to 18 at Nell Bank - out door activities,orienteering, water play, inflatables.Wednesdays, age 8 to 18 at Southfield Special School, sports,crafts, bouncy castle, messy play, ipads, go karts and music.Fridays, 8 to 18 at Delius Special School, nuture based swimming, rebound, sensory room, secure outdoor area, soft play,bouncy castle, massage therapist.For more details contact 01274 432970email S.I.P@bradford.gov.ukDISABLED CHILDREN’S INFORMATIONSERVICESThe latest edition of the Disabled Children’s InformationServices (DCIS) Newsletter is now sue31.pdfFollow the link for lots of information on summer activities orcontact Bradford Families Information Service on 01274437503.EUREKA FREE SUPER SATURDAY FORCHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROMEOn Saturday 11th July, 10am to 12 noon Eureka are offering a funpacked morning for children with Down syndrome and theirfamilies. Then from 1.30 to 3pm all are welcome to attend sensorystories. For details lping-hands/ALL TOGETHERA time and space for everyone and anyoneOn Sunday 19th July 3pm, Northcliffe Church in Shipley invitefamilies to join them for songs, prayers, activities, stories,games and a “bring and share” meal. All ages and abilitieswelcome. For details contact Tim Billingsley 01274 594906 oremail timbbillingsley@yahoo.co.ukThe views and items on this newsletter are not necessarily thoseof the Down Syndrome Training & Support Service Ltd. Mentiondoes not necessarily mean recommendation or support.

DINNER AND A NIGHT AT THERACESJULY & AUGUST REMINDERS11th July, 10 to 12pm, Saturday family session at Haworth RoadMethodist Church Hall. Cerebra visiting.13th July, 6 to 7pm last street dance session at Nabwood SportsCentre.13th July , 9.30 to 3.30pm. Speech & language network northtraining day at the Pamela Sunter Centre,27th and 28th July, various times, one to one speech & languageslots with Mary.28th July, 10.30 to 11.10am, swim, splash and play at Bingley Pool.1st August various times, one to one speech and language slots withGina.4th, 11th, 18th, 25th August 10.30 to 11.30am, swim, splash and playat Bingley Pool. FREE.8th August, 10am to 12pm, Summer party at Haworth RoadMethodist Church.On 5th June, we held our inaugural 'Night at theRaces' at the Great Victoria Hotel in Bradford.Nearly 80 people came, including the Lord Mayor ofBradford Cllr Joanne Dodds, and her Consort(husband!). We also had groups from local schools,businesses, and the councillors, as well as lots offamily and friends, and even a hen night! The night wasa huge success. A big thanks to Yvonne, James andtheir team for organising the races for us, and for theGreat Victoria Hotel for subsidising the evening. Weare pleased to announce we raised 1350 from thenight, but we also made some wonderful new friendsand contacts, and raised awareness of the work thecharity does. Thank you to all who supported thenight.TRIP TO INDIA TO THE 12TH WORLDDOWN SYNDROME CONGRESSI’m excited to tell you that I am going to Chennai,India to attend the 12th World Down SyndromeCongress and I have been invited to talk about ourwork at the centre to teach basic number skills in ourearly development groups. I’ll let you know how I goton and plan to share what I learn at our next NetworkNorth gathering and also our annual general meeting.Wendy Uttley8th August various times, one to one speech and language slots withBen.8th August various times, one to one speech and language slots withGina.15th August various times, one to one speech and language slots withBen.WisH Club EVERY Friday of the summer break 6 to 10pmALADDINS CAVE OPEN EVERYTUESDAY 10AM TO 2PM.All welcome to pop in for great bargainson used toys, books, DVDs and newhand knitted baby clothes. Located inthe basement at the Centre.CLOSED OVER THE SUMMER BREAKHERE COMES THE SUMMER (we hope!)As the school summer break gallops towards us I should like to thankall of our employees, volunteers, directors and families for anotherbrilliant year for us. We have just prepared our accounts for auditand are in the process of writing our annual report which will detailall we have been up to over the academic year.The Centre will be staffed occasionally over the summer break so ifyou want to contact us please leave a message on the answer phone ordrop us an email. We promise to get back to you. Have a lovelysummer, Wendy. NEXT NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER.YOUR MEMBERSHIP RENEWALPLEASE CAN WE ASK YOU TO RETURN YOURFORMS PROMPTLY, Thank you SharonCONTACT Wendy Uttley or Wendy Rhodes, The Pamela Sunter Centre, Down Syndrome Training & SupportService Ltd, 2 Whitley Street, Bingley, Bradford, BD16 4JH Tel/Fax 01274 561308Mobile 07816 465 845/07512346717 Email:office@downsyndromebradford.co.ukWeb: www.downsupportbradford.btck.co.uk

Saturday 8th August 10 to 12pm at Haworth Road Methodist Church. All welcome to join us for a morning full of fun with bouncy castle, outdoor play - bubbles, water and sand (weather permitting), P.A.T. dogs, motor bikes and police cars. Plus lots of party food and games. TRIP TO SUNNNY SCARBOROUGH We are going to Scarborough on Thursday 13th .