Activities For People Living with a disability
- Fishing
“Fishing is very popular within the disabled community and it is easy to see why. It provides a great opportunity to enjoy being outside in a healthy environment. In the UK alone there are over 54,00 disabled people holding a fishing licence and over 1000 of those fish competitively.” (Source:
“The Suffolk Disabled Anglers' Forum (SDAF) is a registered Charity that provides opportunities for people with disabilities to gain access to angling.”
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(Location:Ringshall, Suffolk)
- Cycling
“Cycling is inclusive; it's for all abilities. No matter what personal obstaclesyou need to overcome, there isa cycle to suityour needs. Adapted cycles are used by people all over the country to get around and forleisure activities,but if you're not a confident rider or are unable to cycle around independently, then there areinclusive cycle centres that can help.”
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- Canoeing
“Canoeing is an inclusive sport that offers many different experiences for disabled people and their friends and families. The diversity of the sport means that there are many opportunities, activities and types of equipment available to suit the needs and interests of every individual.”
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(Location:Bishops Stortford,Hertfordshire)
- Swimming
Suffolk Sport have created an “iCAN Swim” Campaign to help get more people swimming. “The iCAN Swim campaign aims to get more people swimming by promoting opportunities for people with disabilities and impairments to swim regardless of age and ability.Some long-term health conditions and impairments start later in life and may impact on your confidence long after you have learnt to swim. iCAN Swim is designed to get you swimming again with confidence.”
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(Location: Woodbridge, Suffolk)
- Bowls
“The sport of Bowls can be played by almost anyone, with or without a disability.” (Source:
- Horse Riding
“Horse riding is a wonderful experience and benefits the rider both physically and mentally.” (Source: The RDA are an organisation set up to allow people with disabilities all over the UK to be able to experience “riding, carriage driving, vaulting, show jumping and Hippotherapy”
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(Location: Woodbridge, Suffolk)
- Genesis Social Club
“The Club has a wide range of activities that include football coaching, literacy and numeracy, access to computers, darts, pool and other games and much more.”
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- Cooking Club
“The PASTEL Cooking Club is a service aimed at reducing social isolation for those adults with additional needs e.g. adults with learning disabilities as well as those who are living alone and / or feeling anxious or depressed.”
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(Location: Saxmundham, Suffolk)
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- The Befriending Scheme
“The Befriending Scheme provides friendship and learning opportunities for people (16yrs+) from vulnerable groups, including those with mental health needs and older people, as well as our existing members with learning disabilities. We also offer various volunteering opportunities with extra support for those who need it.”
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- Anglian Care Trust
“We specialise in preventative, community based services, giving people the stability, support and challenge which is often required in order to enable them to realise their full potential. We deliver a range of projects promoting the wellbeing of children, young people, adults and families alike.”
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- Suffolk Coalition of Disabled People
“The Suffolk Coalition of Disabled People is an inclusive umbrella organisation, led by disabled people, for disabled people and their member groups. Suffolk Coalition aims to become a central point of contact for all user-led organisations in Suffolk, no matter what their size, which help and support those with any disability, impairment or long-term health issues as identified by the terms of the Disability Discrimination Act.”
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- Asperger East Anglia
“Asperger East Anglia offers personal, friendly assistance for everyone with Asperger syndrome and their carers by providing a comprehensive and integrated service.”
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- The Curly Hair Project
“The curly hair project (CHP) aims to help women and girls with ASD and their neurotypical loved ones communicate and understand each other better.”
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- Down’s Syndrome Association
“Here you will find answers to questions that we are often asked about Down’s syndrome. This information will help you to separate the facts from some common misconceptions. If you do not find what you are looking for ring our helpline and speak to one of our specialist advisors.”
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