Everyone has different reasons for joining us. We will support you in creating your very own personal plan based on what is important to you / and what you would like to achieve.
You Can Expect
When you arrive at the Hub you can expect:
- a warm, friendly and inclusive space
- highly experienced staff supporting your needs
- an accessible venue with changing places toilets and dedicated rooms and spaces for each activity of interest.
- a chance to meet others, have fun, and enjoy
Sophie says
On my taster day, I arrived with my mentor and from the very first moment, I felt welcomed. I enjoyed every part of that first day. Paul’s Place is a lifeline for disabled people who need to come out of their properties for social stimulation and boost their mental wellbeing.
Who can access the service
- Adults aged 18+ with a physical, cognitive, or sensory disability
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Able to travel (or arrange transport) to and from the Hub
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Motivated to build skills for greater independence
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Interested in joining social and community activities
Paul says
After my stroke, I lost much of the strength in my leg and arm, and with it, a part of my independence. The charity gave me the chance to get that back, helping me use the gym, take Pilates classes, and swim. Pilates, especially, made me feel stronger and less awkward. Along the way, I met some wonderful friends, making my recovery fun and less isolating.
We offer
- Meeting people: From lively nights out to relaxed board game sessions, we bring people together to build friendships and have a sense of community.
- Building your skills: We will help you to learn and grow. We do this through hosting a wide range of groups, such as archery, Boccia, art, music and gardening. We also offer a programme, which can support creating a sense of purpose through volunteering.
- Health and wellbeing for life: Our hub offers sensory and pamper rooms, a fully equipped gym and physiotherapy room as well as music therapy. Members can also join our allotment group, take part in cooking workshops, and enjoy accessible day trips and holidays—new experiences made possible.
Gareth says
I love archery, it’s such fun! I’m also very crafty, so I really enjoy doing the things I can’t do at home, like pottery. It’s even better when I’m chatting with friends and having a laugh with our support worker, Maria.
How to access our service
You, a friend, family member, or professional working with you, can get in touch with us by telephone, email or post.
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Once your details have been received, we will contact you to arrange a visit after discussing our services and programmes.
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Your visit is a chance to look around, see what is on offer. It will helps us to assess your situation, as well as making sure we have all the equipment you may need.
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Following your visit, we can offer you a trial day. You will experience Paul’s Place first hand and know whether it is the right fit for you.
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If you decide to join us, we will work with you, and any professionals who work alongside you to arrange the day(s) you would like to attend.
We will write your Needs, Consent and Risk assessments, to understand your needs while keeping you safe.
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Upon joining, you will have a keyworker who will support you and check how things are going. They will work with you to establish what you would like to achieve, and together you will plan how to reach them.
Our service is about opening doors for physically disabled adults to live their life to the full, while meeting new people and enjoying new experiences.
