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Stephen had a fantastic visit to Boom Battle Bar in Eastbourne – during the day, it’s the perfect place for indoor games, away from the wind and the rain! He chose to place Crazier Golf – like crazy golf, which Stephen loves, but crazier! It had catapults, loops and...

Opened back in 1993, Sovereign Harbour in Eastbourne is one of our residents’ favourite excursions, it’s the perfect place to chill by the water and watch all fishing and leisure boats go by. Ellie, Michael and Stephen often go for walks along the harbour front, and...

Situated on Rock-A-Nore Road, Hastings Aquarium is one of Ellie ‘s must-visit destinations. From sharks to starfish, seahorses to clownfish - and a Jungle Room with over 30 creatures including snakes, turtles, lizards, geckos and tarantulas - there’s always something...

Ellie (who adores her routines and her beloved toy monkey) faced a major drama - Monkey mysteriously went missing! 😱 Understandably, Ellie was very upset. But with lots of reassurance from the team (who promised a full-scale investigation), she coped...

There’s nothing our residents like more than being in the open air and Ashburnham Place outside Battle offers just that, by the bucket full!  Going out is an important part of our resident’s day… be it a trip to the shops or library, perhaps to a café or a walk around...

“… that’s the best part of the job, making their lives happier and more fulfilled.” Enjoyable whatever the season and whatever the weather, Arlington Reservoir near Polegate is one of Harry’s favourite places to visit. It’s a nature reserve, temporary home to...

Many adults with autism often feel more comfortable interacting with animals, rather than engaging with people. However, not all places you visit animals provide the same kind of experience for those with learning disabilities. Raystede animal sanctuary is different,...

Stephen’s been on an adventure… to London, to Bubble Planet. What’s Bubble Planet you ask?.. well words can’t quite describe it, but pictures do! Stephen in the ‘Bubble Bath’  - the pastel colours of the bubbles, creates a soothing sensory experience Bubble...

I'm super proud of Elle for settling in well to her new home and sharing moments in the sunshine ! She was so happy and excited to see the ponies on our walk today and managed to walk around the whole of Arlington reservoir ! Lauren  In late February 2024,...

Whatever the weather, being at the seaside, by the water, provides a variety of sensory experiences – the sound and sight of the waves, light reflecting off the water, the smell of the salt and seaweed… although overwhelming for some residents, others enjoy the mix of...

Thank you everyone for all your help and support. We can't thank you enough for your brilliant work with Sam. I think we can all agree that our gorgeous young man has coped with the last year really really well. He is now so settled and happy and enjoys his visits...