Switch Socials is a monthly evening social group with a timetable of activities, that aims to engage people with additional needs at all levels.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- Promotes a sense of belonging and reduces feelings of isolation
- Helps build friendships with others who understand and share similar experiences
- Encourages positive mental health through enjoyment, connection, and shared interests.
How to contact
Where to go
13 Foundry Way
Eaton Socon
St. Neots PE19 8TR
UK
What to expect
Switch Now believe that groups should be age appropriate and reflect similar opportunities that other like-minded individuals encounter, that’s why they aim to offer Switch Social only to young adults (18 – 30 years of age).
If you are interested in attending Switch Socials, then please contact them and a registration form will be sent out. Once they have your details they will contact you to discuss your interest and the next step, usually this is a taster session.
Once a place has been confirmed, they will arrange payment set up and invite you to access the Facebook page (if you wish to), which will be used to keep you regularly updated.
They also encourage the opportunity for individuals to have a say and give their input into their Switch Social activities. Switch Socials are about everybody being involved and where possible, they will endeavour to create as many opportunities as practically possible, for everyone. Activities are led by the attendees, but favourites include quiz night, bingo, karaoke, campfire and games nights.
There are also seasonal activities, such as pancake evening / shrove Tuesday, Christmas party, etc. The calendar of activities is sent out at the end of September and people can choose to attend all 10 for the year or choose the ones they prefer.
More information
The Switch Now team have extensive knowledge and experience of working with young people with learning difficulties, disabilities, autism and additional needs. They come from education, training, care, health, commercial and industry specific backgrounds, with a whole host of qualifications and skills to ensure the best learning experience is provided for our co-workers. All Switch Now staff complete regular, relevant, professional training in order to offer a high level of support for our co-workers at all times.
All resources and refreshments are provided.
During your taster session a brief assessment of support, care and ability will be done, this is needed before a confirmation of a permanent place can be made. If you require personal care or high dependency support, they do not have the capacity within the team to support this, however, they are happy for individuals to bring their own support to Switch Social.
Switch also provide a range of support services to find out more click here.
Taster sessions are free.
Switch Socials is a paid for social group. There are reductions for someone paying for the full year
How to contact
Where to go
13 Foundry Way
Eaton Socon
St. Neots PE19 8TR
UK
