The Enabled Centre

The Enabled Centre The Enabled Centre is a day service provision and part of the charity Disability Direct, supporting disabled people in Derby and the surrounding areas.

We cater for disabled adults from Derby and the surrounding areas and aim to use this page to keep you up to date with what goes on inside the Enabled Centre from week to week. The Enabled Centre is a day service for disabled adults which provides a wide range of arts, crafts, and learning activities, led by skilled Activity Coordinators and trained and experienced Care and Support staff. The acti

vities are carefully structured to promote choice, independence, the learning of new skills, and improving existing skills. The activities include a variety of arts and crafts including sewing, card making, jewellery making, painting, and much more. Group sessions are also provided, some of which include cooking and baking, music, quizzes, and trips out. The centre is also able to deliver Independent Living Workshops enabling members to improve their skills in a variety of ways. These include Money Management, Friendships & Relationships, Safe Computer Use, and Meal Planning and Preparation. The team of Care and Support Staff provide encouragement and assistance to members as required, including support with meals and personal care.

🥋✨ ADAPTED KARATE AT THE ENABLED CENTRE! ✨🥋What a fantastic adapted karate session at the Enabled Centre! 💪😊Our members ...
03/09/2026

🥋✨ ADAPTED KARATE AT THE ENABLED CENTRE! ✨🥋

What a fantastic adapted karate session at the Enabled Centre! 💪😊

Our members got involved in a fun and inclusive session, learning karate moves, practising coordination and building confidence — all while having lots of fun! 🥋👏

Adapted activities like this are a brilliant way to encourage fitness, movement, focus, confidence and independence, with everyone able to take part at their own level. ❤️

A huge well done to everyone who joined in — you all did amazing! 🌟🥋

Today, our members have been getting creative by painting and decorating their very own masks ready for our Masquerade B...
02/09/2026

Today, our members have been getting creative by painting and decorating their very own masks ready for our Masquerade Ball later this month! 🎭✨

There has been lots of creativity, colour and imagination on display, and we can’t wait to see all the wonderful masks and outfits at the event.

If you haven’t got your tickets yet, make sure you get them soon! It’s going to be a fantastic evening filled with fun, laughter and the chance to make some amazing memories together. 💃🕺🎉

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all! 🎭✨

Alt text: Members at the Enabled Centre painting and decorating colourful masquerade masks in preparation for the upcoming Masquerade Ball.

28/08/2026

Our staff enjoyed the hose too! 😃

🚒🔥 A Fantastic Visit to Notts Road Fire Station! 🔥🚒Today, our members were very kindly invited to Notts Road Fire Statio...
28/08/2026

🚒🔥 A Fantastic Visit to Notts Road Fire Station! 🔥🚒

Today, our members were very kindly invited to Notts Road Fire Station for an exciting and educational visit!

Everyone had a fantastic time looking around the fire station, learning about the important work the firefighters do, and even getting the opportunity to sit inside the fire engine. 🚒

Our members also learnt about the different equipment used by firefighters and what each piece is used for. The highlight of the visit was definitely having a go with the fire hose – this was everyone’s favourite part! 💦🔥 There were plenty of smiles and lots of excitement as everyone had a turn.

A huge thank you to Aaron and his fantastic team for making us feel so welcome and giving our members such a memorable experience. We really appreciate you taking the time to show us around, answer all our questions and make the visit so enjoyable.

And of course, thank you for the lovely hot drinks and biscuits – they were very much appreciated! ☕🍪

What a brilliant day! ❤️🚒


Alt text:
A group of Enabled Centre members enjoying a visit to Notts Road Fire Station. Members are exploring the fire station, sitting inside a fire engine and learning about the equipment firefighters use. They are also having a go at using the fire hose, which was a favourite part of the visit. The group are enjoying a hot drink and biscuits with Aaron and his team of firefighters.

Nottingham Road fire Station

🎭 LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR TICKETS! 🎭The countdown is on! Tickets for the Disability Direct Masquerade Ball close on 1st ...
27/08/2026

🎭 LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR TICKETS! 🎭

The countdown is on! Tickets for the Disability Direct Masquerade Ball close on 1st September, so don't miss your chance to be part of an unforgettable evening at Pride Park Stadium on 19th September.

ALL PROCEEDS GO DIRECTLY TO THE ENABLED CENTRE!

🕕 6:00pm - 11:30pm
📍 Pride Park Stadium
💳 Pay via cash or Eventbrite

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/disability-direct-masquerade-charity-ball-tickets-1990390518621

🌿 A Lovely Day Out at Kedleston Hall 🌿Today, our members enjoyed a wonderful trip to Kedleston Hall. Everyone had a fant...
25/08/2026

🌿 A Lovely Day Out at Kedleston Hall 🌿
Today, our members enjoyed a wonderful trip to Kedleston Hall. Everyone had a fantastic time exploring the beautiful historic house and taking in the stunning grounds and scenery.
Our members enjoyed a leisurely walk around the estate, discovering the beautiful surroundings and spending quality time together. We also made the most of the lovely day by enjoying a picnic outdoors, providing the perfect opportunity to relax, chat and enjoy lunch together.
It was a lovely day filled with fresh air, friendship and plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy the great outdoors. A big thank you to everyone who helped make the trip such a memorable and enjoyable experience! 🌳😊🥪

ALT text pictures of members walking round kedleston hall and eating a picnic

💪🪑 Seated Exercise at The Enabled Centre 🪑💪Our members enjoyed taking part in a fun and engaging seated exercise session...
20/08/2026

💪🪑 Seated Exercise at The Enabled Centre 🪑💪

Our members enjoyed taking part in a fun and engaging seated exercise session today! 🌟

Seated exercise is a fantastic way for members of all abilities to stay active and enjoy the many benefits of movement. Activities can help to:

✨ Improve strength and flexibility
❤️ Support heart health and circulation
⚖️ Improve balance and coordination
🦵 Maintain mobility and joint movement
😊 Boost mood and confidence
🤝 Encourage social interaction and teamwork
🧠 Support concentration and overall wellbeing

Most importantly, everyone can take part at their own pace, have fun and celebrate what their bodies can do! 💙

Today we enjoyed some baking at the centre, making delicious muffins with fresh blackberries! 🧁🫐As well as having lots o...
20/08/2026

Today we enjoyed some baking at the centre, making delicious muffins with fresh blackberries! 🧁🫐

As well as having lots of fun, the activity helped members develop independent living skills, including measuring ingredients, following instructions, mixing, preparing food safely and working together. Everyone did a fantastic job! 💜

📸🌿 World Photography Day Continued! 🌿📸We continued our World Photography Day celebrations with a lovely trip to the Plot...
19/08/2026

📸🌿 World Photography Day Continued! 🌿📸

We continued our World Photography Day celebrations with a lovely trip to the Plot to Plate Allotment! 🌱📷

Our members had the opportunity to explore the allotment and capture some beautiful photographs of the plants, flowers and nature around them. 🌸🌻

It was a wonderful chance to get creative, enjoy the outdoors and see the world through a camera lens. 💚📸

Some fantastic photography skills on show! 👏✨

📸✨ World Photography Day at the Enabled Centre! ✨📸To celebrate World Photography Day, our members were given the opportu...
19/08/2026

📸✨ World Photography Day at the Enabled Centre! ✨📸

To celebrate World Photography Day, our members were given the opportunity to have a go at taking their own photographs using a mobile phone. 📱📷

For many of our members, this was their first time trying photography, and it was fantastic to see them exploring, experimenting and having fun behind the camera! ❤️

A great opportunity to develop confidence, creativity and new skills — and who knows, we may have some budding photographers in the making! 🌟

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New Enterprise House
Derby
DE13GY

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Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm

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