We are proud to work with a fantastic local charity and other local businesses.
Minstead Trust
Minstead Trust supports over 300 people with learning disabilities along the south coast and is now collaborating with us. Through this new arrangement, all members of the Positive Path Foundation that are ready for employment will be welcomed onto Minstead Trust’s employability pathway in Hampshire and in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area. Likewise, anyone who joins Minstead Trust’s employability programmes can be signposted to Positive Path Foundation, to help improve the social and emotional wellbeing of the people we are working with.
To find out more about Minstead Trust’s employability programme
PGL – Osmington Bay
Osmington Bay, the home of our Xtreme Adventure holiday!
Osmington Bay is set in 45 acres of grounds with access to a beautiful pebble beach and cliff top views. One of the first things you’ll notice is the huge high ropes course with its zip wire and the stunning views of Weymouth and Portland. This is one of our biggest centres with superb facilities and more activities than you can count!
PGL Osmington Bay is a firm favourite with all of our PPF Members, it’s in a beautiful location, the staff are friendly and helpful, the food is great and the activities are amazing.
BCP Council
The BCP Council SEND Local Offer provides information on services and activities for children and young people living in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole aged 0 to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
TGI FRIDAYS – Southampton
Very friendly staff and always very welcoming to our members, lots of gf/df options on the menu too.
The New Forest Hamper Company
If you’re looking for a unique gift to celebrate your family, friends, or colleagues, then you’ve come to the right place.
We pride ourselves on hand-selecting the finest local produce from independent producers. Meaning, with every purchase you are supporting a local business to bring you the unparalleled tastes of the New Forest.
This dedication to the quality of our hampers has won us several awards, head on over to our website for more information.
Black Axe Throwing, Southampton
We cannot recommend this place enough, Chris was absolutely fantastic with our group. The whole experience was made so welcoming and fun, we will definitely be going back!
Black Axe Throwing Southampton is a definite must!
New Forest Ice Cream – Lymington
New Forest Ice Cream:
“From humble beginnings in 1983, New Forest Ice Cream is now widely recognised as one of the leading ice cream manufacturers in the country, supplying convenience stores, restaurants, pubs, cafés and kiosks across the UK and beyond.”
Thank you New Forest Ice Cream for supporting Positive Path Foundation, we really do appreciate it.
David Booth Fitness
David is a highly qualified Personal Trainer, weight loss specialist and injury rehabilitation specialist for the New forest, Hampshire and Dorset.
He has been absolutely amazing providing personal training to one of our members, George. He is patient, calm and realistic in his approach. Whatever your age or ability it is David’s aim to guide, motivate and support you every step of the way including those with additional needs.
Professor Puzzle
Thank you to the wonderful team (particularly Becky O’Brian) at “Professor Puzzle” who kindly donated some of their amazing products for us to use on the “PPF Games Nights” or to give as prizes.
We really appreciate your support, thank you!
Sensory Smart Store
The Sensory Smart Store is run by Mel Thomsett in the New Forest, Hampshire. Mel is Mum to a son who was diagnosed with Autism at age 2 years and 9 months.
Her journey inspired her to open the Sensory Smart Store to bring clothing, books, shoes, healthcare products for anyone trying to navigate family life with a sensory processing disorder and to help other kids struggling with sensitivities to seams, labels, fabrics and textures.
New Forest Activities
“New Forest Activities’ mission is simple…
To provide fun and enlightening experiences from our base in The New Forest. We’ve been doing so since 2003, and are proud to say that we’re now the largest provider of outdoor activities within the New Forest National Park.
From Canoeing and Kayaking on the Beaulieu River, to Archery and High Ropes in the beautiful New Forest woodland, there’s an adventure to suit all. Our team are on hand to help you find the right experience, as well as deliver you memories to last a lifetime. Speak to our team today and let us help plan you an adventure to remember!”
We cannot recommend “New Forest Activities” enough, the staff are always so helpful and friendly!
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf – Bournemouth
Come and embark on a journey and be taken back in time to live the life of a smuggler. With 18 holes of action-packed adventure, experience Bournemouth’s past as you smuggle your ball past treacherous rocks, church ruins and waterfalls. Packed with challenges, the themed course is perfect for some friendly family rivalry.
Re:Minds, Southampton
Re:Minds is a Southampton based organisation supporting families whose children/young people with Autism, ADHD and/or mental health issues (no diagnosis is needed). Their aim is to allow people whose children face similar issues to meet up in an informal setting to share knowledge and talk about any challenges the families are facing.
Stephen Cooper Art
Stephen is one of our members and a fantastic artist. He started drawing at the age of 5 as a way of expressing himself. Stephen has a language disability and mild autism.
His work is very inspired by his trips to London and his love for architecture.
Parent Carer Foundation, Bournemouth
Parent Carer Foundation is an independent, inclusive and diverse charity for parents and carers (of all ages) we were initially set up in 2010, and our charity recognises the caring role of anyone living with everyday challenges of being a parent or carer of children and adults, caring for a family member or friend who is ill, frail, life-limited, disabled or has mental health needs.
Parent Carer Foundation supports parents and carers to participate, engage and express their views as a collective voice to all organisations who shape and deliver services locally for all disabled children, adults, SEND or special educational needs, with or without a diagnosis.
Sway Village Hall, New Forest
Sway Village Hall is a great place to hire for any occasion.
TeamSport Karting, Southampton
Race on our Multi-Level EKarting Track in Southampton
“A dream come true for any karter, our brand new, re-designed Southampton course packs so much in to 500m that you won’t believe it. If you’re looking for a real test of your abilities then look no further: with 9 corners over two levels including hairpin bends, double apex corners and plenty of lengthy straights to open up on the throttle, TeamSport Southampton is as fast and furious as they come.”
We cannot recommend TeamSport Indoor Karting in Southampton enough, they are always so kind and helpful when we go there with our members making it such a memorable event activity.
Umbrella Group, Christchurch, Dorset
The Umbrella Group is a parent led support group, for parents/carers of children and young adults with ASD.
The Umbrella Group aims to cover a wide spectrum of behaviours which all come under the same umbrella of autism. The group normally meet once a month, but during school holidays, meetings may not take place or are rescheduled and so please check first.
Hollywood Bowl – Tower Park Poole
With the best lanes and fantastic food and drinks, our Hollywood Bowl Poole Tower Park centre is the ideal place to visit. Spend time relaxing in the bar, or getting competitive on the lanes; we’ve got the perfect place for you to share amazing times with family and friends! They could not be more welcoming to our members
Autism Hampshire
Creating opportunities, challenging perceptions, enhancing choices and providing high quality services to meet the divers needs of people on the autism spectrum.
Laser Quest, Bournemouth
Laser Quest is in essence a game of tag with a twist! Points are awarded every time you ‘zap’ another player, with points deducted every time you are ‘zapped’.
At the end of each game, scores are displayed on our plasma score screen, with each player receiving an individual score card that has a breakdown of the score. Laser Quest have given great charity package rates to our members.
Jane Markovic Tutoring
EHCPs. Home Education. Specific Learning Difficulties and autism.
GCSE English. Study Skills. University Disabled Student Allowance.
Autism Unlimited
Autism Unlimited exists to support and empower autistic children, adults and their families. We partner with them to find solutions and provide educational and life skills training.
From bespoke education for children, to independent living skills and career guidance for adults, we ensure that everyone who comes to us for support finds a route to their goals and to a rich and fulfilled life.
Puffin Cruises – Lymington
FUN FOR ALL OF THE FAMILY!
A local company established for over 35 years offering sight seeing trips along the Lymington river. At the helm is a husband and wife duo who are passionate about providing memorable family days out. Based in the heart of picturesque Lymington, we offer 30 minute scenic river cruises aboard ‘Puffin Billi’ or a 30 minute pirate adventure cruise aboard ‘Black Puffin’. A close encounter with sailboat cruisers & super yachts, salt grass marshes & stunning views. Spend time spotting some of the wildlife, which lives in abundance along these shores.
Young Driver
Young Driver work with many young and older people with a wide range of disabilities, including those who are deaf, blind, have learning difficulties or neurological disorders.
Some many never have thought they would have the opportunity to experience what it is like to drive a car and some may never be able to drive on the roads but some actually do! Lessons take place on private property, the rules are more flexible than on the road.
Read about our very own George Stooks’ experience with Young Driver here
Helios Pharmacy
Helios was formed by John and Maya Morgan and four enthusiastic homeopathic students with a great passion for homeopathy. Their shared ambition was to create a new source of potent, accurate and effective remedies to bring profound healing and relief of suffering.