Ideal For All

01/09/2026

💙 MS Support Group

Looking to connect with others living with MS? Come along for friendship, support, advice, and a welcoming community that understands.

📅 Friday 25th September
⏰ 11am - 1pm
📍 Malthouse Gardens, 100 Oldbury Road, Smethwick, B66 1JE

📞 0121 558 5555 | 📧 [email protected]

01/09/2026

🎉 This year marks 30 years of Ideal for All, and we're kicking off celebrations with our fantastic annual Harvest Event at Salop Drive Market Garden!
Bring your family and friends along and enjoy a day of community, entertainment, local stalls, autumn crafts, delicious food and drinks, plus fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers for sale.
Book your FREE place now: buytickets.at/idealforall/2365984
📅 Saturday 19th September 2026
🕚 11am - 3pm
📍 Salop Drive Market Garden, Oldbury, B68 9AG
🍂 Free entry | 🎶 Live entertainment | 🤝 Community fun for all ages
We look forward to welcoming you!

01/09/2026

🗓️ Help Plan Future Trips, Events & Days Out! 🎉

Have your say on the activities you'd like to see and enjoy with others.

💬 Share your ideas
🎭 Discuss future events
🍽️ Plan social outings and trips
🤝 Meet new people and make friends

📅 Tuesday 29th September
🕜 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Come along, get involved, and help shape our future social activities!

28/08/2026

❤️ Make a Difference Every Day

Ideal for All is looking for caring and dedicated Personal Assistants to join our team.

View our current vacancies and apply today:
👉 https://www.idealforall.co.uk/vacancies

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]
📞 For more information, call 0121 558 5555 (Option 1) and speak to a member of the Direct Payment Team.

26/08/2026

Trekking to Machu Picchu for Ideal for All! ⛰️
We’re delighted to share that Jamie Upton-Speed, our Senior Horticulturist is taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds for Ideal for All!
On 15 September 2026, Jamie will begin a 5-day trek along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – an amazing challenge in support of our work and the people and communities we support.
💜 Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference and help us continue our work supporting disabled people, carers and communities to live more independent, healthier and connected lives.
👏 We’re incredibly grateful to Jamie for choosing to support Ideal for All – and we’ll be cheering him on every step of the way!
Please help us get behind him:
👉 Donate via the fundraising link: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jamie-upton-speed-1
📱 Or scan the QR code in the image
If you have any questions please contact us: 0121 558 5555 or [email protected]
And if you can, please share this post and help us spread the word.
Good luck – Machu Picchu here you come! 🥾⛰️

26/08/2026

24/08/2026

🎉 Meet, Connect & Have Fun! 🎉

Looking to meet new people, make friends, and enjoy trips out?
Whether you’re new to the area or simply want to expand your social circle, everyone is welcome!

✨ Meet new people
🍽️ Plan days out
🎶 Discover fun events
🤝 Make new friends

Come along, introduce yourself, and be part of the community!
We meet on the last Tuesday of the month.

20/08/2026

A big thank you to Sandwell African Caribbean Mental Health Foundation for hosting our ‘You ok, mate?’ Mental Health awareness session. We had some really insightful conversations developing and was great to hear the progress being made by individuals.

Tough Enough To Care Healthy Sandwell Growing Opportunities - Ideal For All SCVO

18/08/2026

Everyone’s enjoying our Coffee and Crafts at Wednesbury Museum & Art Gallery. Why don’t you come and join us on Tuesdays 10-12pm!

13/08/2026

🌻 Discover, Grow & Cook Together This Holiday! 🍅🍴
Looking for a fun, free activity for the whole family? Join us for 6 weeks of interactive gardening, food growing and cooking sessions at:
📍 Salop Drive Market Garden, Oldbury
📍 Barlow Road Community Garden, Wednesbury
Perfect for families with children and young people aged 5 to 16 years, including those with SEND. Parents, carers and family members are encouraged to take part. All children must attend with a responsible adult.
What to Expect
🌱 Learn how to grow your own food
🍳 Take part in simple, family-friendly cooking activities
🌼 Explore beautiful community gardens
🤝 Meet new people and make lasting memories
🌿 Enjoy being active outdoors and connecting with nature
Why Join?
✅ Completely FREE
✅ Inclusive and accessible for SEND participants
✅ No gardening or cooking experience required
✅ Suitable for all ages and abilities
✅ A great way to learn new skills and have fun together
Who Can Book?
Families eligible for the Sandwell HAF programme will receive a booking voucher code via email or text each holiday period if their child:
• Receives Benefit Related Free School Meals
• Has an EHCP
Use your unique voucher code to secure your place.
🔗 Book with your HAF voucher here:
https://holidayactivities.sandwell.gov.uk/general-registration-faq/
🔗 Or visit our provider page:
https://app.holidayactivities.com/parent/providers/ideal-for-all
Not Eligible for HAF?
We'd still love to hear from you. Get in touch:
📩 DM us
📱 Text: 07821 666751
☎️ Call: 0121 558 5555
📧 Email: [email protected]
Come along, get growing, try new recipes and enjoy quality family time in Sandwell's welcoming community gardens! 💚🌿
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