Neuro Skillshop

The Co-op Local Community Fund are looking for projects that enable people to play a part in their community’s future by:
✨ Supporting young people to fulfil their potential
✨ Helping older people feel connected
✨ lmproving people’s mental wellbeing

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Today is 🤩 INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PLAY 🤩

So what does that mean? Well, International Day of Play was established by the United Nations to highlight the importance of play for children and young people.

Today and every day, we recognise that play is not just for fun, but also crucial for children's academic and emotional growth. Play serves as the universal language that transcends cultural barriers, helping children to educate themselves, grow, and reach their full potential through a medium they are most familiar with.

Play is the child's work, and the activities they participate in are their way of expressing themselves.

The Koram Centre, Strabane have an Arts & Crafts Workshops for Children & Young People running
Dates: Saturday 22nd June - Saturday 27 July
Time: 10am - 11.30am
Age Group: Children aged 7-12 years old
Location: Tulacorr Community Gardens & Allotment Project

Why not take the positive steps needed for emotional health & wellbeing and get in touch to register. Please contact the Koram Centre on 02871 886181.

This program is supported by funding from both the Henry Smith Charity and the Neighbourhood Health Improvement Project.

Today was a brilliant day filled with sunshine and enjoyment 😎. We started by celebrating the hubby's last rugby coaching session, which he has absolutely loved but unfortunately due to work and caring commitments has had to stop.

Coaching alongside his daddy has boosted our wee man's confidence and he has absolutely loved every bit of that experience.

Following on from this we enjoyed the sporadic visit of the sun 😜 at our hometown of Strabane during the annual Strabane Jamm. The town was bustling with energy and it was wonderful to see such a large turnout 🤩

Seeing the positive energy within the community was wonderful to see. When people come together, it has a positive impact on everyone's mental health. We are born to connect with one another, and fostering more community opportunities is crucial for supporting overall wellbeing 🤩

Derry City & Strabane District Council

Community and voluntary groups are being encouraged to apply for a short-term funding programme that focuses on improving mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Neuro Skillshop's training programs and workshops fall within the success criteria. Contact [email protected] for support in relation to funding applications.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) initiative which aims to address health and wellbeing needs in local communities, is now open, with groups having until 3pm on Friday 21 June to submit applications.

https://www.dhcni.com/pha-short-term-funding-grants

Don’t forget we will be exhibiting at the Trauma Summit 2024 in Belfast. Over the course of the summit, you will gain valuable knowledge and skills on trauma.

This summit will give you a better understanding of trauma and highlight to you why Neuro Skillshop’s nurturing support service plays a vital role in fostering the overall emotional growth of autistic and neurodivergent children and young people.



Grab your tickets now https://actiontrauma.com/traumasummit/

ONE WEEK LEFT TO COMPLETE SURVEY📣

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Sen Reform NI need your views to help make the voice of children with SEN in NI heard 🗣️

📅 On Monday, 17 June, they will be presenting the lived experiences of parents of children with SEN at their event in Stormont.

✨ It is essential that the collective voice resonates with MLAs and decision makers who have the power to bring about positive change. 💪

🙏 By completing the short survey, you can contribute to this important cause and help advocate for a more inclusive and supportive education system. 🌟

A night out with the hubby which is a very rare occasion for us to go out, (rare). And not just out but... out out!

Our schedules are like ships passing in the night due to work commitments, our unique caring responsibilities and most importantly raising our little one 🥰

When the hubby suggested getting a babysitter last minute, I thought he was mad (madness I tell you, surely they wouldn't be free) but decided to take a chance non the less because at the end of the day it's important to prioritise our well being by taking a break and living in the moment. Plus spontaneity is like a burst of positive energy (added bonus) 😊

Take the leap, make that last minute decision and who knows what can happen 🤩

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In person tickets are sold out, only virtual tickets remain.

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See you there 🤩

We received some wonderful feedback from our latest Play Schemas Training. Karen beautifully sums up the important message highlighted throughout the training of "valuing the autistic child's voice and play preferences".

Understanding and respecting their unique and wonderful way of playing helps us build stronger connections, create more learning opportunities, and promote emotional well being for the autistic child 😃

Thank you Karen 🤩

I am beyond excited and honoured to share that not only have I been nominated but also selected as a finalist for the Most Inspirational Support for Students category in the Local Women Magazine Inspirational Women of the Year Awards 2024 😀

A massive thank you to all the schools that have supported Neuro Skillshop and our programs 🤗

Working with every pupil has been a rewarding experience, teaching me valuable lessons and motivating me to continue with Neuro Skillshop. Seeing first hand the positive impact our services have on both the individual child and the wider school community has been truly motivating 🤩

Keeping my fingers crossed for the awards ceremony 🤞🤞🤞

Meet my amazing son, who is 5 years old and who has grown up with his incredible Uncle Marc, my brother. Marc, has severe learning difficulties, is non speaking and autistic. Being autistic allows him to utilise the strengths of visuals, routines, and reading people, which helps support the challenges that come with his severe learning difficulties.

Our little boy has a special bond with Marc, leading to his own remarkable growth in empathy, kindness, patience, and nonjudgmental attitude.

These qualities are truly exceptional for a 5 year old showing how the formation of the brain at an early stage really does shape a person's perspective.

My passion to enhance the knowledge and skills needed to support autistic individuals with severe learning difficulties stems from my amazing brother.

More info contact [email protected]

Who else is excited? I absolutely love the first film, the psychology and relatability for children is on point. Tag us when you check in for your Inside out fix. Let us know what you think 🤩

Our goal at Neuro Skillshop is to ensure that each training program we offer remains neuro-affirming.

Through our training, parents and professionals gain the necessary knowledge and skills to provide support to children based on their strengths, rather than focusing on their weaknesses. In turn neurodivergent children and young people thrive in their development both academically and emotionally.

I absolutely love delivering SIX Bricks Training and hearing about the positive difference it makes for parents and professionals when they use the activities and strategies to support their child or young person’s learning and emotional development, it is truly remarkable 🤩

Have you discovered and delved into the world of SIX Bricks? Contact us for an information pack at [email protected]

I strongly believe in respecting, honouring and validating different communication styles, even before it became widely recognised. Unfortunately, not all styles are accepted.

Everyone should be able to choose their own method of communication without judgment. Forcing others to conform to a specific style is toxic. Understanding and acceptance are key, especially when it comes to conditions like prosopagnosia.

We've been working on something really exciting for the past few months. Stay tuned for all the details 🤩🥳

We received some wonderful feedback from our Sensory, Play, and Lego® training session this last night. By involving your child's senses in different play activities such as Lego®, you can help enhance their learning and emotional growth.

Sensory play not only helps with language and motor skills development, but also encourages cognitive development, social engagement, and sparks curiosity and creativity 😃

Next Strabane meeting taking place this Friday at Grass Roots Wellness Cafe, Strabane. Everyone welcome, run by a wonderful group Parent Connect NI

Don’t forget we will be exhibiting at the Trauma Summit 2024 in Belfast. Over the course of the summit, you will gain valuable knowledge and skills on trauma.

This summit will give you a better understanding of trauma and highlight to you why Neuro Skillshop’s nurturing support service plays a vital role in fostering the overall emotional growth of autistic and neurodivergent children and young people.



Grab your tickets now https://actiontrauma.com/traumasummit/

Beautiful day to continue on our SIX Bricks training journey 🤩🌞

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Find out more and discover the magic of SIX Bricks. Training suitable for parents and professionals - [email protected]

The amazing aurora borealis lights over Strabane tonight 🤩