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Activity DirectoryNovember 2017

Training ServicesCourse Description Contact Number

Emergency First Aid Covering administrating emergency 1st Aid Contact Sofeena Aslam on 0114 213 4065for more information

ICT Various subjects and classes in locationsacross North east Sheffield.

Contact Sofeena Aslam on 0114 213 4065for more information

Fab 5 This course covers the importance of ahealthy lifestyle and physical exercise.

Contact Sofeena Aslam on 0114 213 4065for more information

Employment ServicesLocation Description Contact Person

Job Club now open 5 days a week at:Employment Services, 19 Bellhouse Road,S5 6HJ

� Mon 9:00 - 16.00� Tue 9:00 – 16.00� Wed 9:00 – 16.00� Thurs 9:00 – 16.00� Fri 9:00 – 16.00

Our employment support services are deliveredby friendly staff with a wealth of knowledge thatcan help people with one to one support,including:

� Help with CV and covering letter� Job searching/ Finding the right vacancy� Information on training and courses� Support for online applications and

application forms� Interview role play and techniques� Exclusive employment engagement� Signpost to other organisations

Employment Team

0114 244 0401

[email protected]

SOAR Works14 Knutton Road, S5 9NU

Thurs 13.00pm – 16.00pm




Employment Team

0114 244 0401

[email protected]

Employment ServicesLocation Description Contact Person

High Green

Every Tuesday13.00pm – 16.00pm

Angram Bank Children’s CentreKinsey Road, High Green

S35 4HN




Employment Team

0114 244 0401

[email protected]

Outreach Stocksbridge

Every Monday

Meeting Place Social Café Christchurch,Stocksbridge

9.30am – 12.30pm

Stocksbridge Library13.00pm – 16.00pm




Employment Team

0114 244 0401

[email protected]

Location Description Contact Person

Outreach

Shiregreen Neighbourhood CentreSheffield, S5 0AA

12.00pm – 14.00pm




Employment Team

0114 244 0401

[email protected]

Outreach

Learning ZoneWordsworth Avenue, Sheffield, S5 8NL

10.00am – 14.00pm




Employment Team

0114 244 0401

[email protected]

Employment Services

Health ActivitiesService Dates Description Contact Person

The ‘New Brew’Springboard Social Café

Every other Friday

Nov 10, 24, Dec 8

The fortnightly Social Café is an all-day event wherepeople can drop-in as they need to and, overrefreshments, talk with others in a similar situation.

The Social Café also provides a programme ofactivities and events that will encourage people toparticipate in a wider range of activities.

This commissioned activity is targeted at people whoare struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacksor other mental health conditions; but who are one ortwo steps away from having a level of need that makesthem eligible for self-directed support with anindividual budget; for people.

Venue: Learning Zone, Wordsworth Avenue

Helen Warren

0114 213 4065

Springboard SocialCafé (Chapeltown)

Every otherTuesday

10am-4pm

82nd ChapeltownScout Hall,

Burncross Road,S35 1RX

The café is a great starting point for those who want tomeet others, build confidence and self-esteem.

Activities include massage therapy, healthy lifestyleand eating, mental health workshops, gentle exercise.Refreshments and lunch £1.50, parking available

Schani Cave

07507 791471

Health ActivitiesService Dates Description Contact Person

Shiregreen Social Group

Shiregreen NeighborhoodCentre, Westnall Road, (atthe side of Beck School)

Every Wednesday

10am–3pm

Meet new people who will support you through a rangeof activities, building confidence and encouragementto being socially active, learn new skills, cook togetheror just a place to meet up.

One to one support online safely, job searches, onlinebanking/shopping etc. even a topic or interest youwould like to try.

Helen Warren

0114 213 4065

Springboard Social Café(Chapeltown)

Every otherTuesday

10am-4pm

82nd ChapeltownScout Hall,

Burncross Road,S35 1RX

The café is a great starting point for those who want tomeet others, build confidence and self-esteem.

Activities include massage therapy, healthy lifestyleand eating, mental health workshops, gentle exercise.Refreshments and lunch £1.50, parking available

Schani Cave

07507 791471

Firth Park Wellbeing Walk

Meet outside Firth ParkChildren’s Centre

Every Tuesday9.15-10.15am

Gentle exercise in Firth Park to develop your fitnesswhilst you meet new friends and have fun.

Angela Woodward

0114 213 4065

Firth Park Buggy Walk

Venue: Firth Park Library

Every Tuesday interm time only.

11.30am-12.30pm

Make new friends, have fun whilst improving yourfitness levels with a buggy walk around Firth Park.

Angela Woodward

0114 213 4065

Health Services Support & activity groups

Group/Activity Dates Description Contact Person

Social Group withSofeena!

Every Wednesdaystarting September

27th

10:00-12:30

Join us for tea, coffee, conversation, music and fun.With the fantastic Sofeena we’ll work together toprogress in our lives.

Venue: The Learning Zone

Sofeena Aslam

0114 213 4074

Diabetes Self Help Group Second Mondayeach month

Please contactHazel for time and

upcoming date10am -12pm

This is a chance to learn about the effects ofdiabetes, socialise and gain new skills to self-manage your condition, with support from the group.Professional speakers in attendance per session.Tea and biscuits provided!

Venue: Shiregreen Neighbourhood Centre

Hazel Blackbourn

0114 257 053207522 674 011

Women’s Only Exercisesession

Every Mondayduring term time.

Time: 1.30-2.30pm

This is a term time only session running at VerdonRecreation Centre, Verdon St, where women canenjoy gentle exercise.

Venue: Verdon Recreation Centre

Somshun Nessa

0114 213 2591

Concord Fitness Group Every day!

Please contact Helenfor times and specific

sessions.

SOAR’s volunteers will accompany clients toConcord Leisure Centre for moral support and takingthat first step in becoming more physically active atwhatever level.

Venue: Concord Sports Centre

Helen Warren

0114 213 4065



The Wednesday Womble(Over 50s)

Every Wednesday

Time: 10am

Age Better in Sheffield volunteers have set this up foryour community based on feedback.

A stroll around the block. This is not a health walk, justa social get together with like-minded people, just toget out of the house.Have a cuppa after in the Neighbourhood centre andmeet others.

Venue: Meeting point at Shiregreen NeighbourhoodCentre, Westnall Road, S5 0AA (Next to Beck School)

Helen Warren

0114 213 4065

Take Flight Modelling andCrafting Group

Fortnightly Fridays

Time: 11am- 1pm

This is for over 50s

Two SOAR volunteers have set this up for yourcommunity based on feedback.

An opportunity to make something, such as a Spitfireplane, or work with Angela on a range of exciting craftprojects whilst talking to like-minded people, just to getout of the house.

Each session is £1.50 towards resources costs.

Venue: The Learning Zone, Wordsworth Avenue,Parson Cross

Helen Warren

0114 213 4065



Craft Group Every Tuesday2pm – 4pm

A free craft group for the over 50s. Join us for a cup oftea, natter and have a go at a variety of crafts.

Venue: Longley 4 Greens Community CentreSouthey Avenue, S5 7NN

Grace Weatherburn

07714 898585

Wild at Heart Every Wednesday10am – 12pm

New FREE group fun packed with various wildlifeactivities for the over 50s. Refreshments provided andtransport can be provided if required.


Jenny King

0114 263 4335

Men’s only social group Every Monday11am – 1pm

New group for men to play board games, chat andsocialise. £1, refreshments provided.

Venue: Ecclesfield Library, 113 High Street, S35 9UA

Helen Warren

0114 213 4075

Improving WellbeingSessions

Four week sessionsTuesdays 2pm-4pm

Free Low Mood Support Sessions run by SheffieldHealth and Social Care. Self-referrals possible onwebsite: http://iaptsheffield.shsc.nhs.uk/improving-wellbeing-sessions/

Venue: The Learning Zone, Wordsworth Avenue,Parson Cross

Katherine Keeler

0114 232 6211

Activities for the FamilyGroup/Activity Dates Description Contact Person

Youth Drop In Café Every Friday3:30-6pm

FREE Youth Drop in café run by White Rose YMCA.Ideal for teenagers 12-16 years old.Stop in and listen to music, create arts and crafts, andmake new friends!

Venue: The Learning Zone, 320 Wordsworth AvenueSheffield, S5 8NL

Katherine Keeler

0114 232 6211

Youth Craft Café Every Monday3:30-5:30pm

FREE Youth Craft Café run by White Rose YMCA.Ideal for teenagers 12-16 years old. Come and makesome crafts and friends!


Katherine Keeler

0114 232 6211

S5 Slings Playgroup SecondWednesday of the

Month

10:00-12:00

Play and stay group for parents/grandparents.

S5 Slings also offers a rental service for baby carriers.Knowledgeable volunteers are on hand to support youin choosing the right baby carrier for you!


Katherine Keeler

0114 232 6211

Longley Little Ones Every Monday9.30-11.30am

Term time only

Play and stay group for parents, grandparents orcarers with little ones aged 0-5


0114 399 0520


Longley Wrigglers Every Wednesday9.30am – 11.30am

Term time only

Play and stay group for parents, grandparents orcarers with children aged 0-5

Venue:Longley 4 Greens Community CentreSouthey AvenueS5 7NN

0114 399 0520

Blend Café Every Monday 9am– 2pm

Community Café, all welcome, come and enjoy adelicious breakfast or lunch.


0114 399 0520

Shotokan Karate Every Thursday6pm – 7pm

Lady 3rd Dan instructor. Classes for children andadults aged 10 and above.


07985 228 131

Or

0114 399 0520


Berry’s Box Fit CircuitTraining

Every Monday &Wednesday

6.30pm – 7.30pm

All fitness levels welcome, get fit, gain confidence andmeet new people. £3.50.

Venue:Longley 4 Greens Community CentreSouthey Avenue, S5 7NN

0114 399 0520

Judo for Children Every Monday

4-5pm5-6pm

Judo Courses for children age 5-15.Judo is a dynamic sport that does not rely on strengthbut is based on a combination of balance,coordination and reaction.

£20 per month with sibling discounts.

Venue:The Learning Zone,Wordsworth Avenue,Parson Cross

Katherine Keeler

0114 232 6211

Yoga Every Tuesday

10:30am -12:00pm

Gentle yoga exercises to help relieve stress andimprove breathing techniques. Suitable for all ages.Anyone can do yoga!

£6 per class

Venue:The Learning Zone320 Wordsworth AvenueSheffieldS58NL

Katherine Keeler

0114 232 6211

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