I had the privilege to visit White Lodge this week as part of my company's sponsorship program that award funds to local causes. The centre is set in woodland and caters for disabled babies, children, teenagers and adults and their families too, which makes it an amazing resource in the local area.
Everyone was so nice and my colleague and I were shown around the many facilities including a hydrotherapy pool and sensory rooms. The young children we saw in the nursery were so well looked after, almost on a one to one basis. We arrived just before lunch was served and this took place in the wonderful sunny and bright room that they spend their time.
We next went to the mother and toddler group, again a wonderful atmosphere and also there were a number of dads too. The emphasis was on fun and enjoyment and again, we arrived just as lunch was being served. It's group also acted as a support group for each other.
Finally we arrived where the adults enjoyed their activities, including pc's and art work. All of these were supervised if the adults needed help. It didn't matter how severe the disability, they are encouraged to do whatever they would like to do. There was also gym equipment, therapy rooms, a lounge area and a wonderful restaurant.
All in all, the White Lodge Centre provide an amazing and essential service to its clients and their families. If only more centres like this were available for people with Cerebral Palsy and Autism, it would make such a difference to so many people.
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