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We are
the only charity specifically supporting adults with physical and cognitive
impairment in the Bristol area – this includes Bristol, south
Gloucestershire, North Somerset and Bath and North-East Somerset. We have a
Day Facility which is based at Coalpit Heath Cricket Club and is open on a
Monday – Friday for 49 weeks a year. The activities at Paul’s Place focus on
5 main themes: sport, drama, arts and crafts, life skills and community work.
By participating in these activities confidence, self-esteem, social
awareness and interpersonal skills are enhanced. Members
are encouraged to participate in a wide range of sporting opportunities. The
benefits of regular exercise are recognised and valued, in that they assist
in managing weight, maintaining independence and improving the quality of
people’s lives. The psychological benefits of taking regular exercise have
been well documented. Skills
for Life Individual’s
needs are met by a variety of activities. We design courses around
individual’s needs and aspirations. These include assertiveness and awareness
courses plus confidence building. Many of our members have not gained the
life-skills necessary to become fully integrated adults within our
communities. Our members are also involved in community voluntary work at a
variety of local business’s. Our members undertake
various tasks and responsibilities. These
activities promote independence and support our aim to have a fully
integrated community.
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