A new business venture, the brainchild of two former Grantham College employees, officially opened on Saturday.
Training Therapy Development, a new day provision in Westbanks, Sleaford, was officially opened by the town’s Mayor Councillor Linda Edwards-Shea, on Saturday.
The idea was the creative vision by former Grantham College SEND (Special Educational Needs) employees, Catherine Smith and Maria Spicer, both from Grantham, who wanted to bridge the gap from education to independence for young adults with learning disabilities.
“The centre is an enterprise hub where young adults learn new skills in textiles, upcycling and crafting for charities and resale that will benefit the wider community,” Maria, a SEND lecturer at Grantham College for 20-years, explained.
“We believe that a creative, environmental and holistic approach is the right way forward to building skills, confidence and friendship in young adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities.”
Catherine, who spent 10-years at Grantham College within the SEND Department, added: “Creating a mutually strong mental and physical lifestyle is greatly encouraged within the centre. Indoor and outdoor sessions are balanced to generate positive mental health, relaxation, and coping strategies, as is building and improving social skills, self-confidence and community engagement.
“Grantham College is a great base for those with learning difficulties with passionate and committed SEND employees who are deeply committed.”
Maria concluded: “Our new centre helps continue the progression by creating enterprise and making a difference.”
The friendly, bespoke centre is suitable for young adults aged 18-30. with learning difficulties. Leaving the security of full-time education can be a very anxious time, and many young people feel lost and isolated.
Parents also often feel overwhelmed, wondering what the next step for their child is.
The new centre will provide a place to have fun and socialise in smaller groups as well as continue to build their confidence, encourage independence and empower them for the future with new enterprise skill sets and a working knowledge of business dynamics.
If you would like an informal chat about what Training Therapy Development can offer, please telephone; 01529 307028 or email, enquiries@trainingtherapydevelopment.com
Visit their website: https://trainingtherapydevelopment.com/
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