Monthly Roundup

Our residents filled every one of August’s 31 days with activities and adventures, it was a busy month, as you’ll see!.. At Home August was a time for celebrations at Jemini… Matthew received an award on leaving college – Student of the Year for his group at St...

The hot weather continued, with temperatures reaching the mid 30s °C in some parts of county. On the cooler days, our residents made the most of the sunshine outdoors, while on the hottest days, they kept cool and comfortable at home. ☀️❄️ July was also a cause for...

Well June was unexpected! We thought we’d have some nice days, but they far outweighed the bad and June was, according to The Met Office, the warmest since records began... and our residents certainly took advantage of the sunny days! Out and About… We’ve often said...

Can you believe we’re nearly halfway through the year? Five months gone, and Spring has well and truly sprung! … the lovely weather has meant more time spent in the garden - but sometimes, it’s just as nice to sit back and simply relax. Ellie having a garden picnic at...

Well… April took us by surprise! After a sunny March, we’d thought we’d be in for some April showers, but no! This gave our residents plenty of chances to get out and enjoy the sunniest April since records began! Walks As we’ve said before, a walk can be enough to...

It was a record-breaking March for sunshine, the sunniest since March 1929 according to the Met Office, and our residents certainly made the most of it! Ellie at Hampden Park Ellie made a few trips this month to one of her favourite places, Hampden Park in Eastbourne....

We’ve had a few good weather days this month… but a lot of rainy ones too, so we’ve had a mixed bag of activities – both inside and out, or a combination of both! Adam returned to Subway… as we said last month, going back to the same place promotes a comforting...

Happy 2025!.. what a month! All types of weather was thrown at us… but it didn’t deter our residents, they still managed to get out and about 😊 I smell snow! For many people with autism, Winter can be a challenging time. The air can smell different, the light is lower...

It’s been a crafty month at Jemini, with the residents preparing for Christmas, each in their own way 😊 The festive season can cause distress and anxiety to some adults with autism, who may find changes to their routines and the possibility of increased social...

Fun at home Our residents take part in many activities of their choosing each day… one of Harry’s particular favourite inside activities, is craft. He enjoys painting and using different everyday items to create pictures that he then hangs on his bedroom wall. Art...

Ellie has had an extremely busy month, with trips to Raystede Animal Sanctuary, Shoreham Harbour and Hastings Aquarium. Animals can play a significant role in supporting adults with autism. Interacting with animals can provide emotional comfort, reduce anxiety, and...

September brought a visit to one of our residents’ favourite places... Wheels for All. This inclusive cycling program provides adapted bikes, making cycling accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of ability. It's always a highlight for our residents!...