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Philosophy Therapy Service The aim of the Therapy Service is to enable individuals to encompass therapy into their everyday lives. This is carried out, for example, by improving posture control, learning new skills and use of practical equipment and therapeutic activities such as fitness and exercise. Therapy services are individually tailored to meet specific goals that the individual has identified as an area in which they wish to improve. An initial assessment is undertaken and home visits can be arranged where short and long-term goal setting is discussed. This will be followed by regular reviews. Therapies on offer include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, hydrotherapy, fitness and exercise programmes and advice on diet and nutrition. Back to top of page Employment and Supported Volunteering As partners in the New Deal for Disabled People we offer support in finding employment. This is offered in a variety of ways from job search, approaching possible employers and CV writing, to advice on interview techniques and practical support to find employment with follow-up support once employed. Supported volunteering opportunities are offered to people who have a long-term goal of paid employment but who initially need to build confidence and skills. These opportunities are offered at the Centre or with external organisations. Back to top of page Creative Arts Creative art can offer many benefits to everyone ranging from the fun and pleasure of learning new skills through to the expression of innermost thoughts and feelings. Sessions are held in the art studio and provide an opportunity to broaden creativity, develop new skills and work with many different mediums including clay, mosaic, sculpture, pâpier-maché, paint, textiles and many more. Back to top of page Leisure and Life Skills A variety of courses are run at the Centre or in other suitable locations. Courses are geared towards individual learning goals and interests and group sizes are small to ensure an appropriate level of support is given. In addition, we organise different outings throughout the year as requested by people accessing the Centre. These include trips to museums and cinemas, pubs, shops and sport and leisure facilities. Back to top of page Community Stroke Service Co-ordinating services for people recovering from a stroke and their families and carers, this service researches unmet need in the community and aims to find innovative ways to fill these gaps. Support, health and lifestyle advice and sign-posting is offered to anyone affected by stroke. Back to top of page Karten Computer Suite The computer suite provides a range of educational and leisure programmes for physically disabled adults, people with visual impairments or carers. A variety of adaptive equipment is available with staff support if needed. Structured courses are delivered by tutors from Brooklands and Strode’s Colleges. The Karten Computer Suite can also be hired out for training purposes. Back to top of page Back Care Advice for Carers Carers are offered advice and support on all aspects of moving and handling, including advice on good posture and back care, within the home or in small group sessions. Advice is given to enable carers to use equipment to its best effect and assist in minimising risk. Back to top of page Information and Advice The following services are available at the Centre: Adult and Community Service Support Group – a support group for families and carers of people accessing the Adult and Community Support Service. Short-Term Breaks – advice can be found at www.shorttermbreaks.org.uk EmployAbility – part of the Surrey Supported Employment Partnership helping disabled people to find employment. Back to top of page |