Outburst

Outburst enables teenagers (13+) with additional needs and disabilities to move on from Grasshoppers and enjoy a range of outings and recreational activities more suited to their age group, whilst providing respite care.

"Outburst" is the group for those youngsters aged 13-18+ for whom we operate regular Holiday Activity Schemes. Both provide essential short respite breaks to their parents and carers.

Holiday Activity Schemes weekdays during every school holiday and half term from 10.00am to 3.30pm. We have received "Make Space" status from 4Children, which recognises the recreational facilities available for teenagers needing additional support. For details please contact Sarah Scott or Laura Fletcher, our Leisure Development Coordinators for further information.

The Activity Schemes offer a variety of activities and opportunities for these youngsters who suffer from a variety of conditions from severe epilepsy and cerebral palsy to a range of physical disabilities, including deaf and blind and some who are wheelchair users.

The activities available to them include outings to places of interest, cinema, bowling, trampolining, swimming, arts & crafts, cookery, canoeing, horse riding, ice-skating, pottery, dance, drama and outdoor sports.

Additionally, during the Easter and Summer activity schemes, there are some day trips arranged to places of interest for Outburst members that have included Hever Castle, the London Eye, Arun & Wey Canal and Hurstmonceux Castle & Science Centre.

The youngsters gain a tremendous amount from these opportunities, which their able-bodied peers may take for granted, that they may not otherwise experience because of their situation. They make friends of their own age, gain increased confidence and self-esteem as well as enjoying the team spirit that "Outburst" provides.

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