Activity Days and Group Work

In the two years following one-to-one support, we invite children and young people to our activity days. We run activity days through the year with a range of types of activities to suit different interests and age ranges.

These give an opportunity for those we’ve supported and their families to come together and spend time doing positive activities, have fun and meet others who have faced similar circumstances. Here are some pictures and feedback from previous activity days.

My daughter got on really well with the other children and it was probably even more beneficial for me as a parent, getting to have a couple of chats and sharing with people who are going through the same circumstances. Thank you for having us. We really appreciate it!

- Parent

We had a lovely time at the activity day at The Donkey Sanctuary. Felt very special, compared to a normal visit, due to being in the Therapy Centre and getting to groom the donkeys etc. The activities were really enjoyed! It was a lovely group of people – Both the families and the Balloons and Donkey Sanctuary staff/volunteers.

- Parent

Thank you so much for organising this for us. We had a fantastic time and the pantomime was very funny, so thank you.

- Parent

It was lovely for my son to be able to share his skills and show others how to do it. When he struggles socially this is a big thing.

- Parent

We both enjoyed the day it was a great experience.

- Parent

Group Work

With the support of the National Lottery, we are piloting a new service for groups of children in schools. These sessions are intended for children and young people where there has been a bereavement in the school, or where there are a number of children in the school who have faced a bereavement. Group work is bespoke, depending on the age, size of group and nature of the bereavement.

It is intended for children and young people who may struggle to engage in 1:1 sessions or would prefer the supportive environment of peers to share their feelings and learn from each other. Through offering group work, we aim to support more children and young people in a new way, giving them space to build connections; share their experiences, common issues, concerns and questions; learn from each other; and build support networks with others who have faced similar circumstances.

If you are interested in discussing this for children or young people at your school, please get in touch at support@balloonscharity.co.uk.