My Barnsley Too

12/11/2024

We're having a fantastic time at the conference today. Today's theme is Here's why the conference is so important for people to come together ✨ The National Lottery Community Fund

12/11/2024

We’re getting ready for our annual conference today in Bradford. A big thank you to The National Lottery Community Fund for making this possible ✨

It’s not too late to support the event today. If you can spare a few pounds to help fund our future learning disability events visit our Enthuse link to donate//bit.ly/3YMBOok

31/10/2024

The end of an era, farewell to My Barnsley Too and Thursday's Voice as everyone comes together to celebrate the last fabulous 7 years. Thanks to those we've met on the way, and to those partners who made it to say goodbye, including Berneslai Homes South Yorkshire Police Healthwatch Barnsley South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Open Country Yorkshire Art Works South Yorkshire Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

31/10/2024

🎃👻 Halloween Bettalives Boogie 🎃👻

Our next live event will be 31st October.

If you want to come dressed up you are more than welcome to.

See you all there 😁😁

24/10/2024

Volunteers needed in Yorkshire. See post below for details.

We are looking for dog lovers in certain areas of the UK who can help us train the next generation of hearing dogs.

As a volunteer trainer, you’ll be able to look after one of our adorable young dogs for anywhere between 6-18 months at a time, learn more about dog training and attend fun puppy classes, meet like-minded people and make new friends, and directly make a difference to the lives of the deaf people waiting for a hearing dog.

You don’t need previous experience of training or owning dogs as each of our volunteers are fully trained and supported by one of our local dog training instructors, and all costs are covered by the charity (for things like food, bedding, insurance, vet costs etc.).

What’s more, we provide holiday cover for the pup when you want to go away. You’ll also be able to receive advice and support from other volunteers in your local area.

Please note we are only able to accept applications from people who do not work full time, due to the amount of time needed to train a young dog to become a hearing dog.

Click on the link below to find out more information and to see the locations we are currently looking for volunteer trainers >> https://ow.ly/x0V950T2bsS

Please consider sharing in case anyone you know would be interested 😊

18/10/2024

Members of Thursday's Voice show their support to all victims by joining the National Hate Crime Awareness Week pledge to stand up against hate crime.

17/10/2024

A reminder of our farewell My Barnsley Too Halloween Coffee morning on Thursday 31st October at The Hanson Room, Barnsley Civic from 10.30am. Members past and present along with service providers who have engaged with the groups over the years are welcome. There will be fun and games and fancy dress is optional!

Many thanks to Thursday's Voice member Sian Palmer for designing and drawing the poster for the event.

17/10/2024

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17/10/2024

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16/10/2024

Good news!

We have a few spaces available on our wonderful Wakefield day services. The groups are aimed at adults with learning disabilities who might want to enjoy regular countryside access. Each group has a fun and varied programme of sessions, running throughout the year. It's a great way to meet new friends, exercise more and enjoy all the benefits that come from being outdoors.

We'd be grateful if you could share this poster with your networks:
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Thank you!

15/10/2024

Members of Thursday's Voice have worked with the Hate Crime Coordinator, Lucy, from South Yorkshire Police , Barnsley to create some artwork for Hate Crime Awareness Week.