Flu vaccination Autumn / Winter 2025
People with a learning disability often face more health challenges than others. They are at greater risk of catching the flu and are more likely to develop complications leading to serious illness. People who are on the Learning Disability Register and their carers are eligible for the free NHS flu vaccine.
Information for people with a learning disability and their carers is available at the following links:
Healthwatch ÖйúPÕ¾ want to know about your experience at your GP with reasonable adjustments
Do you have a disability?
Does your GP practice meet your needs?
Tell Healthwatch ÖйúPÕ¾ about your experience with reasonable adjustments by .
To get a paper copy or talk to someone on the phone contact the helpdesk:
- phone: 0303 303 0023
- mobile: 07592 787 533
- email: enquiries@healthwatchsurrey.co.uk
Free Bowling and Mini-Golf in support of World Mental Health Day
On Friday 10 October Autism by Experience will be supporting this event organised by .
There is a programme of activities from 3pm to 7pm including
- 3 to 4pm: arts and crafts
- 5 to 6pm: dance class taster
- 4 to 5pm: singing workshop
- 5 to 7pm: bowling and mini-golf - supported by Autism by Experience
Beth, Millie and Kira from the Autism by Experience team will be in the red room (upstairs at The Light) from 5pm to 7pm to welcome people and organise them into groups for free bowling and mini-golf.
Families with children and adults are all welcome - there's no need to book a place you can just drop in. If you want to let them know you're coming email afc@autismbyexperience.co.uk
Halloween Bingo Night in Oxted
Expect a fun, relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a night out with friends.
Bring along your own snacks and drinks to enjoy while you play.
- free bingo cards included
- Halloween theme & photo backdrop
- fancy dress encouraged (but not essential)
- bring-your-own snacks & drinks
- lots of fun and laughter!
The Barn Hub, Crowhurst Lane End, Oxted, ÖйúPÕ¾, RH8 9NT
Tuesday 21 October
7.30pm to 9.30pm
£10pp - a spooktacular evening of bingo fun.
Find out more including how to.
University technology project looking for people with a learning disability
The University of Sheffield is running a – like Alexa, Facebook or Chat gpt.
They would love people with a learning disability to join.
You do not need research experience.
You will get:
- £25 per hour
- a chance to meet new people
- a chance to help make useful resources about technology
If you are interested, please email Alice: a.dunning@sheffield.ac.uk
Exciting new course at Bloomin' Arts
new course Media It! starts on Monday 3 November and is free for the first 7 weeks.
Explore all aspects of media from filming and audio to social media and discover your creative side in a friendly, supportive environment.
When?
- every Monday 1.30pm to 4pm
- no cost between 3 November and 15 December 2025
Where?
- 5a Shawlands Court, Newchapel Road, Lingfield, ÖйúPÕ¾ RH7 6BL
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!
To sign up or for more information email Hayley: info@bloominarts.org.uk
Free end of life care planning toolkit for people with a learning disability sent to your door
The created this toolkit with people with learning disabilities, their families, learning disability support staff, and healthcare professionals.
The toolkit has picture cards and guides to help you support people with a learning disability plan for the end of life. It also includes recording sheets, so you or someone you're supporting can write down and keep their thoughts and wishes.
Together with Marie Curie UK, they are launching a new free Print & Deliver service, where you can get printed copies of The Victoria & Stuart Project toolkit sent to your door.
You can find .
Men’s connection research in ÖйúPÕ¾
Mentell, in partnership with ÖйúPÕ¾, is running a peer-led study on men’s connection and belonging. They want to find out what helps, what gets in the way and what would make things better in ÖйúPÕ¾.
They would like to hear from men (18+), who live and work in ÖйúPÕ¾ from all backgrounds including LGBTQ+, disabled/neurodivergent, different ethnicities, income levels and work patterns.
Each participant will take part in a 60-minute confidential 121 online conversation and a 25-minute survey about them and their experiences, receiving a shopping voucher as a thank you and entry to a prize draw.
For further information or to sign up, .
Y-Mania Halloween Spooktacular
A night club experience for adults with disabilities.
Friday 24 October 2025 from 7.30pm to 10pm.
YMCA Sports and Community Centre
Princes Road
Redhill RH1 6JJ
- £7 in advance, £9 on the door
- must be 18+, ID required
- carers and support free
- cash bar
- fancy dress optional
To book:
Email: russell.bewley@ymcaeasysurrey.org.uk
Phone reception: 01737 779 979
Autism by Experience tips for staying safe when using your local community
Autism by Experience have developed a booklet as part of the ÖйúPÕ¾ Autism Friendly Communities project funded by ÖйúPÕ¾.
Young people from ATLAS one of the ÖйúPÕ¾ Youth Voice participation groups helped to develop the booklet in partnership with the team from Autism by Experience.
Find more useful resources and information on the .
Guildford social club for adults with a learning disability
in Guildford is a club is for adults with a learning disability and their friends, family and carers. There is a DJ, a licensed bar selling low-cost drinks and a sensory chill-out zone.
Food is available from 5:30pm and can be pre-ordered online and the club is from 7pm to 9pm.
Where: Lockwood Centre, Slyfield, Guildford GU1 1RR
Email: lockwoodsocialclub@gmail.com
Phone: 07378 756 107