My Visit to Daisy Chain Charity
Last week I was kindly invited by Neeraj the CEO of ‘Daisy Chain Charity’, a charity which Anna is a patron for to have a tour of their centre and onsite farm so I could see what services they offer autistic and neurodivergent individuals. The centre offers a range of clubs, activities, well being support, performing arts groups and groups during the day that children who are struggling in mainstream can attend. The centre is open 7 days a week and evenings which is great.
The centre is set on a large site in Norton, Stockton, the outdoor facilities were amazing they have sensory playgrounds and gardens, quiet spaces, playground equipment for all ages and sensory needs, glamping pods where activities take place and my favourite was the farm which was so spacious, relaxing and truly amazing. I got to see the pigs, alpacas, goats, Shetland ponies, guinea pigs. The outdoor area also has poly tunnels where individuals get to work on projects like growing vegetables from seed taking care of them, growing them then cooking and eating them.
Inside the centre they have a lovely calming reptile room, soft play area, sensory room, kitchen, lots of rooms and spaces for groups/clubs. I even got to see Neeraj’s office and met quite a few staff members who were all really nice.
I really enjoyed my visit to the centre and seeing the vast amount of services available to individuals like myself as there is nothing available in my area in forms of support or opportunities like there is at the Daisy chain Centre but I was pleased to be informed that in the future the daisy chain Charity will be offering some support in my region Bradford which is amazing has I live approximately 80 miles away.
Neeraj and all the team made me feel very welcome and his passion for helping autistic and neurodivergent individuals is amazing.
By Charlie Conway
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