WHISH April 2015

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Whitby Hidden Impairments Support and Help
Group
Comments from the Chair—Vicky Millson
April 2015
WHISH working in partnership
WHISH exists because of its membership, but we work operate within a community, and deal with
many other organisations during the course of a year. We receive funding from some organisations,
such as the Lottery and the local Health Commissioners, advice and support from CAVCA, and work in
collaboration and partnership with many others. An example was last month’s session on sleep issues,
arranged and funded by Carer’s Resource, delivered by NHS practitioners.
In this month’s newsletter there are details of opportunities and advice offered by our local DAGs Disablement Action Groups, and next month Dr Watson from Scarborough will be delivering a WHISH
session in Whitby on identifying anxiety & depression symptoms in young people. We have also been
offered a fundraising opportunity by Sainsbury’s, for which we need some member volunteers.
Please let us know what other issues / subjects you would find useful.
Vicky
WHITBY DAG NEW SERVICE! Befriending Through Sport
Would you like to increase your weekly exercise and make new friends, in a fun,
supportive, adaptable environment?
Do you require assistance to access existing classes & sports activities at Whitby
Leisure Centre?
Are you interested in trying out new sports/ activities?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the questions then we may be able to help!
Charges will apply for some activities.
To find out more or sign up contact Kelly Baxter, Project Co-ordinator on 01947 821001
or kelly@whitbydag.org.uk
Scarborough DAG – Health and Wellbeing event
Following our successful Disability Awareness Day in 2014, Everyone is welcome to Scarborough
Disablement Action Group’s Health and Wellbeing event on Wednesday 3rd June from 11.30am –
2.30pm at The Street Community Centre, Scarborough
To mark this important day, the event is aimed around Mental Health and promoting good emotional
health and well-being.
Activities on the day will include: • Useful information from local Mental Health & Well-being services •
Information on local volunteer opportunities • Creative workshops, and music from Scarborough
Twilight Singers
This is an opportunity for for individuals to see what is on offer to them.
Further information from Scarborough DAG on 01723 480029 or email scardag@onyxnet.co.uk
TOMBOLA at SAINSBURY’S 13th June
Advance notice for everyone – WHISH will be
fundraising at Sainsbury’s on Saturday 13th June.
Please can every family volunteer an hour on the
stand, or provide a tombola prize. These can be
dropped of at the WHISH office, or given to any
committee member, thanks.
SLEEP ISSUES SESSION
Please let Yvonne know if you would like a copy
of the handouts from the session
WHISH Session on anxiety
Dr Neville Watson, will lead a session on how to
spot anxiety and depression in children and
young people with autism.
To be held at Caedmon College, Normanby site,
Prospect Hill, Whitby, on Monday 11th May from
10am – 12, please let Yvonne know if you would
like to attend.
COMMUNICATION PACK AVAILABLE FOR
LOAN
Please contact Yvonne if you would like to borrow
the ASD Visual aids communication pack.
WHISH ACTIVITIES
Riding at Borrowby Equestrian Centre
Every Saturday 1 - 2 p.m. or other days / times
upon request, booking required Hats provided,
all abilities catered for.
Call Karen on 01947 840134 / 0754 5259590
www.borrowbyequestriancentre.co.uk
WLC sessions swapped round April only
because of Goth weekend bookings,
correct dates below
Fun sessions at Whitby Leisure Centre
A chance to let off steam before school again on
Monday! Bouncy castle and lots of games.
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Sundays 4 – 5.45 p.m. 12 April 31 May, 28 June
Swimming at Whitby Leisure Centre
We have sole use of the pool – so the children can
swim as much or as little as they like. Parents can join
them in the pool, or have a coffee & watch.
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Sundays 4 – 6 p.m.
26 April, 10 May, 14 June
SATURDAY CLUB
Every week 10 a.m. – 12 at the Youth Shack
No booking needed, just turn up
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18 April cancelled
Cinema
at Whitby Pavilion
Cinderella 4.30 p.m Wednesday 15th April
Please book with Yvonne by 1 pm on14th
Seventh Son (12a) 7.30 Friday 17th April
Please book with Yvonne by 1 pm on 17th
Spongebob Squarepants 2.30 Saturday 18th April
Please book with Yvonne by 1 pm on 17th
More info on www.asdvisualaids.com
WHISH committee & contact details:
Vicky Millson, WHISH Chair person
01947 820176 whishgroup@gmail.com
Helen Lee, Makaton & coffee mornings
01947 228156 h.lee@tiscali.co.uk
Laser tag at Minimonsterz, Ruswarp
Wednesdays 6.30 – 7.30 22nd April
Max 14 places Book with Yvonne by 1pm 21st
Relaxation sessions at The Pamper Lodge,
Sleights, 6 – 9 pm
Limited to 6 people per session. Book with Yvonne
COFFEE MORNINGS
Brenda Lyth, Secretary & membership
01947 606112 blyth5@hotmail.co.uk
Jenny Mendelsohn 01947 606275
or email: mendelsohns@btinternet.com
Cheryl Newton Fundraising & coffee mornings
01947 825568 cleonard@tiscali.co.uk
Judith Owen Treasurer judith@mcwhinney.org.uk
Yvonne Harrison, Newsletter, website & outings
01947 841913 y.harrison7@btinternet.com
any general enquiries or questions:
email whishgroup@gmail.com
10 – 12 noon at Interactive, Skinner Street, Whitby
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Monday 20 April, Weds 6 May, Mon 18 May ,
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Weds 10 June, Mon 22 June
Sainsbury's support our coffee mornings with light
refreshments. Cheryl and Jenny hold Coffee Mornings
in the Interactive room,. It’s a fantastic way for parents
and carers to meet each other and if you need some
friendly help or advice, a chat or just a cup of tea/coffee
all are made to feel really welcome. Please feel free to
pop in - see you there.
Siblings are welcome at all WHISH activities.
All activities are for WHISH members only