Confirmation of Inspire Project Residential and Programme.
Welcome Inspire participants,
You have gained a place on the Inspire Project Residential to Whitemoor Lakes, Barley Green Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 8QT(www. actioncentreco.uk/whitemoors-lakes) between Monday 17th - Friday 21st October 2016.
So, what happens next?
Do not forget the items listed on your kit list.
Please arrive at the Focus Office(opposite Matalan and next to The Source Gift Shop on Church Gate) by 10am on Monday 17thOctoberto check in and meet the rest of your group and the staff. The coach will collect everyone from Abbey Street and we will arrive at Staffordshire around 11:30 am ready for a packed week of activities. When we arrive we will allocate same sex accommodation and discuss general guidelines for the week.
If running late please contact Gavan on 077 4206 7430 so we can make sure you meet us and the coach.
Wereturn to Leicester on Friday 21st. The coach will leave Staffordshireat 2pm and should arrive in back in Leicester by 4pm approx. Please ensure you arrange for your child to be collected/make their way safely home after being dropped off on Friday as staff will be departing soon after.
If you have any concerns or questions while we are away, pleasecall Gavan 07742067430 or Emily Taylor (office hours contact Tuesday and Thursday 9.30-5.00pm & emergency contact number 077 9356 6402)
On behalf of the Inspire Team then get ready to have a great week.
Gavan Wilmot, Project Manager
Focus Charity, 73 Church Gate, Leicester, LE1 3AN
Tel: 0116 251 0369
FOCUS ‘Inspire’ Residential Kit List
•One set of clothes per day
•Warm layers
•Sensible trainers or outdoor shoes
•Warm, thick socks
•Enough underwear and socks for your stay (plus spares)
•Long sleeved tops
•Indoor shoes
•Waterproof jacket
•Hat, gloves and/or scarf
•Hair bobbles for long hair
•Clothes you don’t mind getting wet (two sets)
•Shoes you don’t mind getting wet (two pairs)
•2 towels
•A (waterproof) bag for wet things
•Nice clothes for final night celebration (no high shoes)
•Wash bag (toothbrush, tooth paste, soap/shower gel, flannel, shampoo, roll on deodorant, toilet roll)
•Sun cream and insect repellent
•Water bottle
•Pyjamas (don’t forget your teddy!)
Optional items
•Waterproof trousers
•Wellington boots
•Torch
A few things to remember
•Your clothes may get dirty/wet, so please don’t bring your best stuff. Tracksuit bottoms are good for activities but avoid leggings, jeans and skirts. We also respectfully suggest no open toe shoes.
•You can bring your mobile phone, MP3, laptop, hair straighteners and hair dryers – however you are responsible for their safety during your trip. Don’t forget chargers!
•Money (coins, not notes) for vending machines or gift shop if you choose.
•Any medicines you have been prescribed (e.g. asthma inhaler, allergy pen)