We’re seeking Volunteers for Freedom2Choose Activity Programme.
Volunteers required to provide one-to-one support to young people with additional needs to participate fully in our Freedom2Choose Activity Programme every Saturday from 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm.
The annual Freedom2Choose Christmas shopping trip took place on Saturday 30 November with a visit to Abbey Centre, Belfast from 10.30 am.
Young people got everything on their shopping list and finished with a tasty lunch.
Day 2 of Autonomie Summer Activity Week 2019 took place on Tuesday 6 August, with a host of fun, practical learning activities. Find out more.
On Saturday 19 January Freedom2Choose programme young people all ‘Made our Mark’ on canvas; the name for this art work was voted on by the young people who named it - ‘Hands Together’ which is now proudly displayed at Lilac House!
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Coming up on Saturday 8th May 2021 arts and crafts session, Freedom2Choose young people can make their own Dandelion flower with team member Tessie.
Everyone should have some of the resources in your pack labelled for this activity.
If taking part in the activity, your child will need:
cotton buds
PVA glue
pencil
pair of scissors
Tessie and team are looking forward to having everyone join in at Saturday’s session!
Freedom2Choose programme is all about young people with additional needs having fun and having access to activities all young people should be able to access.
From social and recreational group-based activities to enjoying what the local community has to offer, Freedom2Choose offers these young people vital opportunities to social, feel part of a community and so much more.
The latest exciting activities programme schedule for May - June 2021 is now available.
It’s vital young people aged 16-30 in Belfast and surrounding areas with additional needs can regularly access structured opportunities to:
socialise with others
tackle social isolation worsened by Covid pandemic
develop and learn new skills
feel part of a community
It’s was quiz time at Autonomie with he Family ‘Reverse Quiz’ taking place on Friday 30th April at 7.00pm.
Families got their heads together to create 8 questions for their family round ahead of the friendly quiz night.
A great night was had by all.
Secure your place ahead of this week’s Drop-in sessions which take place today Wednesday 21st 7.00pm - 9.00pm and Thursday 10.00am - 12.90 noon
Please see accompanying flyer for more information.
Book your place by emailing Sharon at sharon.autonomie.org.uk
It’s Freedom2Choose Day and today’s activity is creating bird feeders with Bethany.
If your young person wishes to make their own birder, they’ll need:
Bird feed (which you will have received in your recent activity pack)
Lard
Cord or thick string
Scissors
Bowl
Plate
Spoon
Have fun everyone and remember to send us your pictures of your birder feeders in action.
Members check out our latest exciting activities programme schedule which runs
It’s vital young people aged 16-30 in Belfast and surrounding areas with additional needs can regularly access structured opportunities to:
socialise with others
tackle social isolation
develop and learn new skills
feel part of a community
Activity programmes at Autonomie are supported by funders including The National Lottery Community Fund NI and continue to be delivered virtually at this time.
Family Voice Hub Yoga sessions are extended due to demand.
Yoga: Monday 12th April, 7:00pm-8:00pm.
Due to demand we are delighted to announce that we are running a further 3 weeks of Yoga on Monday 12th, 19th & 26th April.
The perfect opportunity to chat and information share with other parents.
As well as Yoga, Autonomie parents can this week join our popular Tea-tastic Tuesday social hub.
When: Tuesday 13th April 2021
Time: 10:00am-11:00am
Location: Online courtesy of Zoom
Family Voice Hub Co-Ordinator Sharon Quinn, (who is also an Autonomie parent with experience) has this to say to parents raising a child or young person with additional needs:
“As a parent it is important to take a little break and spend some time talking to each other.
“So, grab a cuppa and join me and other Autonomie Parents for some light-hearted chat, craic and giggles at this particularly challenging time.”
No question or concern is too big or small.
This week’s Virtual Drop-in sessions are running as usual with 2 sessions on Wed 14th Apr 7.00pm - 9.00pm and Thurs 15th April 11.00am - 1.00pm.
Whether you need a listening ear, need practical advice or signposting, this confidential service is free to use and is there to offer you practical and emotional support.
We know it’s not easy right now and we are here to help you and your family.
These Zoom sessions are a 1-to-1 confidential service.
For further details and to reserve your place for any of these services please contact Sharon Quinn Family Voice Hub Co-Ordinator by email at sharon.autonomie@gmail.com
Family Voice Hub proudly proudly supports families raising a child or young people with additional needs and made possible thanks to our generous supporter The National Lottery Community Fund NI People and Communities programme.
Members check out our latest exciting activities programme schedule which runs
It’s vital young people aged 16-30 in Belfast and surrounding areas with additional needs can regularly access structured opportunities to:
socialise with others
tackle social isolation
develop and learn new skills
feel part of a community
Activity programmes at Autonomie are supported by funders including The National Lottery Community Fund NI and continue to be delivered virtually at this time.
Freedom2Choose is delighted to welcome back Allan and his Wee Critters interactive animal education show on Saturday 11 April 2021 at 1.30pm.
So join in for another great interactive animal Zoom session and catch-up and find out what Scampi the Skunk, Severus Snake, Dobby the Owl, Tiggy the Hedgehog have been getting up to this Spring.
Lots of fun, interesting facts and adventures awaits.
Plus there’s more fun to be had with a further Zoom interactive activity session right after Wee Critters!
Team Autonomie are super excited to catch up with everyone following your Easter break.
Autonomie staff have been busy this week doing a very special doorstep delivery today of Easter Egg treats for all Autonomie young people, with each staff member delivering to a designated area.
Don’t forget to send us your pictures of your Easter Egg and we’ll share them on our Facebook page.
