SK30+, the Together Trust’s new service for adults with learning disabilities in Stockport, has been given a cheque for £10,000 which will allow it to open a fully-equipped sensory room for its users. SK30+ was awarded the generous donation from Wates Giving and will enable the service to build a state-of-the-art sensory space where users can immerse themselves in an environment free from the distractions of the outside world.
The entire SK30+ provision has been designed to provide an innovative community service, specifically tailored to the needs of those aged 30 years and over, with learning disabilities. The new site offers a large activity room and art studio where users can engage in a wide range of social, vocational and creative activities ranging from jewellery making to baking.
Lisa Michie, Manager of the SK30+ service, said; “The SK30+ provision will help users gain the key skills they need for independence and to access the wider community. The sensory room will allow us to provide a stimulating or relaxing setting, dependent upon users’ preferences, giving them the space to express themselves.”
Paul Bodley, quantity surveyor for Wates Living Space, applied for the funding from the Wates Giving Trust and was on-hand with Steve Jackson, Regional Managing Director of Wates Living Space, to present the cheque to service users and staff from the Together Trust.
Steve Jackson, Regional Managing Director of Wates Living Space, added; “The Together Trust is a fantastic charity that provides outstanding levels of care and support to people with a wide range of needs. We are very proud to have been able to donate to such a worthy project.”
The new facility will be shared with the Together Trust’s Community and Domiciliary care services and Bridge College, which provides further education for young adults with learning and communication difficulties, complex needs and autism.
If you would like more information about the SK30+ service, please call 0161 475 0780.
