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What's
your name?
Audrey Hilbert
What's
your fun on a shoestring idea?
Volunteer at Gateway Club which is a Social Club for people with
learning difficulties in Sheffield.
Tell
us about it:
There are lots of activities to get involved in with people who
have learning disabilities e.g. snooker, disco, baking, arts and
crafts, sports (large sports hall available), trips, weekends away
etc.etc.
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Volunteering
is a great way to meet new people
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What
do you enjoy the most?
It's all great fun and the company is fantastic. Volunteers support
the members to have a great time and the volunteers have lots of
fun also.
The
members are great and so are the volunteers -lots of new friends
to make. It runs 4 nights per week so you have the pick of which
night is most convenient.
There
is a choice of whether you wish to volunteer with adults, teenagers
(young adults) or children. There are lots of activities to get
involved in.
Who
would enjoy it?
Teenagers and adults
How
much does it cost?
It's free for volunteers and you get your expenses paid.
Is
it good value for money?
It is a great couple of hours, lots of fun and is completely free!
Is
there any special equipment you need to do this?
No
Where
and when can you do it?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday evenings 7-9pm Friday evenings 6.30-8.30pm
(and other groups/activities are available during the daytime) at:
Sheffield Mencap,
Norfolk Lodge,
Park Grange Road,
S2 3QF
Tel: 0114 2767757
Anything
else we need to know?
The
Club lasts for two hours 7pm-9pm Mon,Tues,Wed and 6.30pm-8.30pm
Children's Club on Fridays.
If
anyone would like to become a volunteer at the Gateway Club or would
like to look round and get more information - please contact Audrey
on Sheffield 2767757
Got
a favourite activity or pastime that costs less than a tenner? Tell
us about it!
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