Positive Path are hosting small scale socially distanced events in line with the latest government guidance. Currently only operating Zoom meet ups until we are able to get back out and about.
We have been featured in the local media recently and you can read the article here https://www.advertiserandtimes.co.uk/autistic-sonWe would like to say a very special thank you to the Sway Carnival who have kindly made a substantial donation to our charity. Donations help keep the charity providing a special lifeline to our members.
TASTER EVENINGS WILL BE BACK AS SOON AS WE CAN!Come along for a taster evening of funKeep an eye on our events page for the next taster sessionIf you are interested in joining our members email jane@positivepathfoundation.org or call 01590 636200
About
Positive Path Foundation is a charity set up to support the development of friendship for adults with both learning difficulties and physical challenges from age 16yrs old and over. The areas covered currently are Hampshire and Dorset, with a view to expand in the future.
The Foundation organises social events that enables their members to meet new people, socialise, enjoy being out in the community and gain new friendship skills.
The Founder of Positive Path Foundation is Jane Atkinson, mother to George, a high functioning 22-year-old autistic young man. She struggled for years to find suitable disability social groups for her son and decided to set up the charity herself to not only benefit George but many others like him.
The Foundation also hosts workshops which help our members to gain the vital communication and life skills for our members.
Should friendships turn into something more, our staff are on hand to chaperone our members on dates, giving them a level of independence to grow their relationship while being kept in a safe environment. Emotional support is also offered to our couples.
Jane is also a therapist offering private counselling sessions to the members and their parents/guardians. Please get in touch for more information.
Meet the team
Our Vision for the Future Our short-term goal is to raise enough funds to have our own purpose-built premises in which to hold our events and workshops. A real home from home to make our members feel extra comfortable and relaxed. Our long-term goal for the foundation is to not only have our own premises but to have purpose-built accommodation offering overnight respite, which for some parents may be an absolute lifeline and give members the sense of independence away from home. Whilst many excellent organisations offer volunteer work opportunities for adults with special needs, our cherished goal is to create a disability friendly café where our members can enjoy the sense of independence and achievement that comes from paid employment. Our cafe staff will learn to cook and serve healthy food, whilst contributing to their community, enjoying being part of a team and earning a fair wage. We believe that adults with special needs who can hold down a job also deserve to be paid for it, just like any other member of society.
WHAT DO WE STAND FOR?
The foundation hosts regular social events such as discos, live gigs, bowling, cinema, concerts, theatre and eating out.
All events will be chaperoned by Positive Path Foundation staff but if you need additional support, you can bring someone along. All staff will have a valid DBS certificate, ID check and covered under the charity insurance.
Regular workshops will be open to all members who wish to attend. These will include cookery, and communication and friendship skills. We will also offer drama, fitness and wellbeing, travel training, money management and looking for employment. Some events and activities will be divided into two age groups: 16-35 year olds and 36 years and above.
We welcome all our members to make suggestions for events and workshops.
Joining Positive Path Friendship
If any of our members want to meet up outside of the events, we will provide a chaperone.
"85% OF YOUNG ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL AND LEARNING CHALLENGES, AGED 18 TO 34, FEEL LONELY."
(Source: Scope, 2017)
Contact us for support, information pack, or general enquiries.
We are always available to advise and support you through the ups and downs of building friendships.
For more information on Events & Workshops:
Shelley – 07742 028518
email – shelley@positivepathfoundation.org