Forth Valley Sensory Centre

11/06/2026

🌿💙 Our Sensory Garden is flying the flag for Scotland! 💙🌿

Our fantastic gardening volunteers have been busy adding some special touches around the Centre's sensory garden to show our support for Scotland at the World Cup! 🏴💙

From our friendly garden characters getting into the spirit to our very own Bear “superfan” proudly standing behind a full-size Scotland flag, there’s a real sense of fun and national pride throughout the space.

The pergola has also had a makeover, now lined with Saltire bunting to create a welcoming, vibrant area for our centre users to relax and enjoy.

It’s been fantastic to see everyone engaging with the displays and sharing in the excitement. If you’re visiting us soon, make sure to take a stroll through the garden and spot all the Scottish touches!

Let’s cheer Scotland on together! 💪⚽

11/06/2026

Please note that The Centre will be closed for groups and social activities on 15th June. The cafe will also be closed. Staff from Stirling and Falkirk Council's Sensory Team will be working from the building as normal. We look forward to welcoming everyone back as normal on Tuesday 16th.

10/06/2026

Awakening The Festival is happening in Callendar Park this weekend. It's Scotland's only music festival aimed at people with disabilities. The entire park is wheelchair accessible and carers/support workers go free. Follow the link below to find out how to get your tickets....

Scotland's best disability friendly festival

10/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating 2 Years of Sandy! 🎉
Today we're celebrating Sandy Gillone, our Operations Manager, who marks two years with Forth Valley Sensory Centre! 👏
Over the past two years, Sandy has become an integral part of our team, supporting Centre Users, volunteers and colleagues with dedication, positivity and care.
Thank you, Sandy, for everything you do for our Centre and everyone who walks through our doors.👏
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08/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating 11 Years of Leadership 🎉

Today, we are proud to celebrate CEO Jacquie Winning's 11th work anniversary at Forth Valley Sensory Centre.

Over the past 11 years, Jacquie has helped shape the Centre into the thriving, welcoming community it is today. Through periods of growth, unexpected challenges, and significant milestones, her leadership, determination and compassion have helped ensure that Centre Users, volunteers and staff always remained at the heart of everything we do.

From navigating difficult times and embracing new ways of staying connected, to helping deliver memorable celebrations and exciting developments, Jacquie's impact can be seen throughout every corner of the Centre.

What many people speak about most, however, is the way Jacquie makes others feel. Her warmth, kindness and genuine care for people have created a culture where everyone feels valued, supported and welcome.

As we celebrate this remarkable milestone and look ahead to the Centre's future, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to Jacquie for her dedication, vision and unwavering commitment over the last 11 years.

💙 Please join us in congratulating Jacquie on this incredible achievement.

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07/06/2026

💙✨ Volunteers' Week 2026 – A Final Thank You ✨💙

As Volunteers' Week comes to a close, we'd like to thank every volunteer who helps make Forth Valley Sensory Centre such a welcoming, inclusive and supportive place.

Throughout the week, we've celebrated some of the incredible people who give their time, skills and kindness to support our centre and community. Their contribution makes a real difference every single day.

To conclude our celebrations, we're delighted to share A Poem of Thanks to Forth Valley Sensory Centre Volunteers, written by Caroline Nisbet and presented as a subtitled video.

Caroline's heartfelt words capture the gratitude we feel for every volunteer who supports our work, whether they're welcoming visitors, leading groups, driving our minibus, caring for our garden or helping behind the scenes.

🎥 Watch the video and join us in saying a huge thank you to all our volunteers.

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💙✨ Volunteers' Week 2026 – A Final Thank You ✨💙
As Volunteers' Week comes to a close, we'd like to thank every volunteer who helps make Forth Valley Sensory Centre such a welcoming, inclusive and supportive place.
Throughout the week, we've celebrated some of the incredible people who give their time, skills and kindness to support our centre and community. Their contribution makes a real difference every single day.
To conclude our celebrations, we're delighted to share A Poem of Thanks to Forth Valley Sensory Centre Volunteers, written by Caroline Nisbet and presented as a subtitled video.
Caroline's heartfelt words capture the gratitude we feel for every volunteer who supports our work, whether they're welcoming visitors, leading groups, driving our minibus, caring for our garden or helping behind the scenes.
🎥 Watch the video and join us in saying a huge thank you to all our volunteers.
[Caption: All information contained in the video is read aloud]

07/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of Tom! 🎉

Today, we’re celebrating an incredible milestone as Tom, our Café Assistant, marks five years with Forth Valley Sensory Centre.

Tom plays a vital role in creating a warm, welcoming environment for everyone who visits the centre. His kindness, attention to detail and understanding of our Centre Users help make every visit that little bit brighter.

Thank you, Tom, for five years of dedication, care and positivity. We’re lucky to have you as part of the FVSC team.

❤️ Join us in congratulating Tom on his 5-year work anniversary!

[Caption: Video contains a photo of Tom in a frame of purple and turquoise. There are images of balloons in the same colours. All words contained in the video are within the audio].

06/06/2026

🌱💙 Volunteers' Week 2026 💙🌱

As part of , we're celebrating the amazing people who help make Forth Valley Sensory Centre such a welcoming and vibrant place.

Today, we're shining a spotlight on Morag, one of our dedicated garden volunteers.
Through her hard work, care and enthusiasm, Morag helps keep our gardens looking beautiful throughout the year. From planting and maintaining flower beds to helping create a peaceful outdoor space, her contribution helps make the garden a place where people can relax, connect with nature and enjoy the changing seasons.

The sensory garden is enjoyed by centre users, visitors, volunteers and staff alike, and volunteers like Morag play a vital role in helping it flourish.

Thank you, Morag, for helping our garden bloom and for everything you do for our community. 🌼💙

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05/06/2026

MONDAY
Lip Reading Class (1-1): Fortnightly, 9.30am-10.30am, free entry
Lip Reading Class (beginners/advanced): Fortnightly, 12.30am-2.30pm, free entry.
Lip Reading Peer Support: Fortnightly, 11am-1pm, free entry.
Voices Off (Health Social Care Partnership): Weekly, 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Open to all. British Sign Language class, free entry.

TUESDAY
Craft Group (mental health and wellbeing group): weekly, 2pm-4pm. Bring your own crafting and come along for a chat, free entry.
IT Class: weekly, term time, 1pm-3pm and 3pm-5pm, All welcome, cost £5.
Stirling Group: 2nd Tuesday of every month at Bellfield Centre. 11am-1pm. Social group, new members welcome. Transport available, refreshments cost £2.

WEDNESDAY
Art and Craft Group: fortnightly, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.15pm-3.15pm.
Tutor led class. Cost £5.
Falkirk Deaf Open Club: weekly 12.30pm-2.30pm. £7 entry, £10 for Bingo.
History Group: 2nd Wednesday of every month, 10.30am-12pm. Interpreter provided, free entry.
Slimming world: Weekly 5.30pm-7.30pm, all welcome.
Voices Off (Elim Church - Alloa): weekly 6.30pm-7.30pm. Open to all, free entrance.

THURSDAY
Braille Class: weekly, term time. 10am-12pm. College class, free entry.
Voices Off (FVSC): weekly, 10.30am-12pm. Open to all, beginners welcome, free entry.
IT Class: weekly, term time. 1pm-3pm. College Class, free entry.
BSL Level 1 class Stirling: (Bellfield Centre), weekly 6.30pm - 8.30pm.
Lip Reading Class (online): fortnightly 7pm-9pm, free entry. (now on a Thursday) 7 - 8.30pm

FRIDAY
Braveheart Walk: weekly, departs from the Sensory Garden at 11.30am. All welcome, Sighted Guides available, free entry.
Falkirk Deaf Community Club: weekly, 7pm-10pm.
IT Class (Stirling) Mayfield Centre: weekly, term time, 9.30am - 11.30am. All welcome, cost £5.

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Michael on this amazing achievement!

BBC presenter Michael Woods has become the first British deaf person to summit Mount Everest.

Read more: https://bbc.in/4e8g1z5