A local charity that supports thousands of people with sensory loss is set to host an Easter ‘egg-stravaganza’ for adults with additional needs and their families.
Forth Valley Sensory Centre will hold the fun-filled Easter party for adults with a wide range of needs, from learning disabilities to physical disabilities, sensory loss and autism, as well as their families, friends and support workers.
There will be an Easter egg hunt in the centre and its garden, and everyone who takes part is guaranteed to go home with Easter eggs and a prize.
There will also be a tombola, raffle, bake sale, egg painting, fun-fair style games with teddy bear prizes, and Easter crafts for sale. A raffle for an Easter bunny will be drawn at the end of the event.
The event has been designed to welcome more people to the sensory centre, promote inclusion and ensure fun for all.
The centre has a popular sensory room, which was redeveloped last year and provides a space for children and families to relax.
The event will take place at the sensory centre’s hub in Camelon on Friday, April 11, from 11am to 1pm.
It is free to attend, but some activities will cost a small donation of £1 or 50p a turn. The egg hunt will cost £5 per participant but is free for support workers.
Bookings for the Easter egg hunt can be made by calling 01324 590888. The event has been designed to welcome more people to the sensory centre, promote inclusion and ensure fun for all.
The centre has a popular sensory room, which was redeveloped last year and provides a space for children and families to relax.
FVSC has supported people with sensory loss and their families who live in central Scotland, including Stirling and Clackmannanshire, for more than 15 years.
It acts as a community hub, offering support, advice, practical help, and social opportunities.
The centre has around 20,000 visitors every year and is funded by a mix of statutory funding and donations.
Jacquie Winning MBE, Forth Valley Sensory Centre chief executive, said:
“We are a place where the whole community can come together, and our Easter event has been carefully designed especially for adults with additional needs to get to know the centre, our staff and our members.
“We have a popular café and sensory garden for everyone to enjoy, and we are mindful of people’s different needs and how best to ensure everyone is able to celebrate special occasions.
“We are absolutely delighted to be hosting this Easter party, a special event designed to bring fun and inclusivity to adults with additional needs, their support and their loved ones.
“This event is open to all, even if you have never attended FVSC before. We look forward to welcoming everyone, hopefully including some new faces who can benefit from the work we do here at FVSC.”
