Find out what’s coming up at What Next? Programme 17 November to 27 November inclusive!
Week 17 - 20 November 2020
Week 24 - 27 November 2020
Owen’s homemade bird feeder welcomes an unexpected guest for a snack
Autonomie VIYP (Very Important Young People) are huge nature and environmental enthusiasts.
From personalising their own and making use of tote bags for life, recycling and even up cycling waste materials such as single-use plastic bottles and cardboard for arts and crafts activities such as bird watching binoculars, bird houses and more!
On Thursday 12 November 2020 a group of young people joined host Danni on Zoom to make their own bird feeders! Check out Owen’s fantastic bird feeder and see who came to visit him for a tasty snack!
Hint: It’s not a bird!
Well done Owen.
If you would like to make a bird feeder at home, Danni has created these easy-to-follow picture steps.
Have a go and sit back at watch as wonderful wild life pop along.
Send us your Autumn inspired nature pictures and we will share them at our Facebook page.
Bakealong Zoom session proves a real treat for young people
At today’s Freedom2Choose Zoom session hosted by Aine and supported by Tessie, Bethany and Emma C young people created a sweet treat to enjoy and share with their family.
Emma C explains the session:
“We decided to start by making our cheesecakes first ahead of the session as we weren't sure how long these would take to make.
“Áine gave great step-by-step instructions to our young people checking in every now and then to insure no one was left behind.
“The young people's favourite part by far was when the cheesecakes were made and they got to taste what was left in the bowl.
“After all the cheesecakes went in to the fridge, Áine then did some group discussions on what the young people have planned over the weekend.
“Everyone loved the session and look forward to eating their cheesecakes when they've set.”
Parents and siblings can access emotional support and more through Family Voice Hub
Autonomie knows that parenting a child or young person with additional needs is tough at the minute. We want parents to know that support is available to them and talking to someone can be a great emotional support.
To find out more about the new Family Voice Hub project and practical and emotional support you and your family can access, please visit the Autonomie Family Voice Hub section at our website: https://bit.ly/3dS3Wyj
Young people make Bear mascots with arts and crafts Zoom session for Children In Need 2020
With many young people excited to watch Children In Need and see Pudsey, this morning Áine led a Zoom a Children in Need arts and crafts Zoom session.
Áine explains more:
“We made Pudsey masks and talked about our plans to watch Children in Need tonight.
“One of our young people came prepared with pudsey ears on!
“While our paint and glue was drying we watched a YouTube video “Kindness Boomerang” about doing good deeds for people and how they make you feel and how it starts a ripple effect and people pass them on.
“Everyone did really well and listened to instructions.
“The Pudseys look great, I can’t wait to see photos of them in action later on!”
‘Bakealong with Áine’ Making Cheesecake Saturday 14 Nov at Freedom2Choose
At this week’s Freedom2Choose programme, tomorrow (Saturday 14 November 2020), members can join in for a fun ‘Bakealong with Áine’ Zoom session making a delicious cheesecake!
Ingredients your young person will need: Biscuits for the base
Butter
Caster sugar
Double cream
Cream cheese
Dark chocolate (optional)
Cocoa powder (optional) Any topping of your choice to decorate!
Utensils:
Baking bowls Whisk (or electric mixer) Sandwich bags
Greased cake tin
An apron
Tablecloth *
*Please melt the butter and chocolate before the session begins*
The below link is the chocolate cheesecake Áine will be making at tomorrow’s bakealong. https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/chocolate-cheesecake
Áine is super excited to have you all join her.
See you all there.
Family Voice Hub first event: ‘Mums Night In’ courtesy of Zoom Friday 20 Nov 8.00 pm
Update: New date for your diary: ‘Autonomie Mums Night In’
When: Friday 20th November 2020
Time: 8.00 pm
Location: Courtesy of Zoom
Hosts: Lynne Morrison, Autonomie Chief Officer, Sharon Quinn, Family Voice Hub Coordinator.
Grab a glass of wine, your favourite cocktail, cup of tea or anything you fancy and join us for a night of gossip, giggles and chat about this weird old world we are currently living in.
More details including event access to follow.
Hope to see you all there!
‘Cookalong with Tessie’ as Freedom2Choose young people rustle up a tasty Asian inspired stir-fry noodle dish via Zoom
Cookery is a hugely popular activity with Freedom2Choosers. Not only do young people get to be creative and express themselves through this fun and useful sensory experience, they get to share and enjoy the delicious results!
On Saturday (yesterday) young people from their kitchen joined a Zoom call for 'Cookalong with Tessie' supported by Bethany and Emma C. Offering young people a chance to utilise their convenient cookery skills to rustle up a quick, tasty and nutritious Sri-fry Noodle meal!
Emma explains:
“We started of the session with a quick check in and found out what the young people had been up to over Halloween.
“We then started our session which was Stir- fry Noodles. The young people joined in and chose their ingredients to cook with their favourite noodles.
“They were helped and assisted by their mum in their kitchen.
“A marinade recipe was shared for young people and their families to explore a further Asian inspired flavour.
“Great fun was had by all!”
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Stri-fry Noodles Cookalong: Saturday 7 November 2020 at Freedom2Choose
Aprons at the ready! Today at Freedom2Choose young people have a chance to take part in a fun and energised cookery demo with our ‘Stir-fry Noodles Cookalong!’ A chance to rustle up a tasty and nutritious lunch, using fresh vegetables, noodles and lean protein (meat) if you choose. Further details available at Autonomie VIPs WhatsApp Group Chat. If your son/daughter is taking part, below are some ingredients suggestions to bring a taste of oriental to your lunch time:
Chicken breast or prawns
Pack of stir-fry vegetables or Beans sprouts
Carrot Mangetout Red or yellow pepper Chinese cabbage or spinach
Cooking oil
Garlic
Onion
Ginger
Coriander
Lemon
Oyster sauce or stir-fry sauce
Soy sauce
Fresh or dried noodles
Cooking equipments:
Wok or pan
Knife (adults to supervise when used)
Cooking spoon
Why your child should take part!
A great way for your child to develop and utilise independent living skills, build self-esteem, and try new things with this structured, group-led activity session. #Freedom2ChooseProg #AutonomieLive
Freedom2Choose activities schedule: 6 November - 19 December 2020
Latest Freedom2Choose activities schedule is now available. Please see schedule below.
Suitable for 16-25 year olds in Belfast and surrounding areas with additional needs.
For further details, email Lynne Morrison, Autonomie Chief Officer at autonomieorg@gmail.com
