The Toby Henderson Trust
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13th July, 2010
An appeal is being made by the trust in partnership with Dr. Catherine O'Hanlon of The Insitute of Neuroscience and Psychology of Newcastle Universtiy to find a small group of children / young adults who have a diagnosis of ASD and experience extreme colour preferences (eg: only eating any food of the same colour). If your child / young adult fits this profile, you will be making a very valuable contribution in the long term to the advancement of the development of new teaching strategies appropriate to children with ASD. For more information and to acquire an expression of interest form, please contact Lesley on 01670 789753.
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19th March, 2010
We all recognise that when we are facing challenges in our lives it often seems as though there is little to help and support us between "advice" (family, friends, professionals) on the one hand and "treatment" on the other hand (counselling, therapy, medication etc.) However, there is a middle ground that often lies dormant within us, in our own innate knowledge of ourselves and of what is needed- sometimes we just need help to re-awaken this and use to it help us deal with our anxieties and stresses. Come along on Weds 28th April to the centre to join a workshop which will explore a planned 10 week evening course designed at supporting our Emotional Wellbeing. Ring Lesley on 01670 789753 to book your place(s).
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24th February, 2010
Ross gets Tattoo for TTHT! Read this article and watch the accompanying video at the News Post Leader website.
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19th January, 2010
An evening of "psychic activity and experiences" in The Court Suite of Longhirst Hall on Friday 12 February from 7pm. Acclaimed psychic medium, Suzanne Hadwin, will be calling upon the spirits present to make contact with our audience. Tickets are priced at £20 per person to include a bubbly drinks reception on arrival and a full buffet supper will be served during the interval of the evening. Please contact the centre on 01670 789753 to make your reservation.
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30th November, 2009
In partnership with the Community Nursing Team of Northumberland we are delighted to be planning some parent workshops from February 2010 to address challenging questions and issues which may arise with your ASD child / young adult concerning self awareness, relationships, puberty and sexuality. We are currently inviting parents to share their identified needs regarding subjects to be covered in these valuable workshops. If interested, please contact Lesley to be issued with an information request form and for more details on 01670 789753
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18th August, 2009
In partnership with Northumberland's Community Nursing Team and backed by research being undertaken by the University of York, we are pleased to announce a programme of 4 sessions to address the challenging behaviour you may be experiencing due to your autistic child / young adult's SLEEP PROBLEMS. Practical, workable advice and programmes of intervention will be explored, offered and tailored to your child's individual needs. Only 10 places available - session dates are to be advised but will most likely be fortinghtly from October from 9.30 am to 12.30pm. RING AND SPEAK TO LESLEY ON 01670 789753 TO INDICATE YOUR INTEREST IN ATTENDING>
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7th May, 2009
A fantastic new rolling programme of fundraising events, training workshops and consultations are now scheduled for this year including a Beer Festival and "Grand Day Out", a series of Service User Forums and new and exciting training for professionals and workshops for families. Please refer to the "events" link for up to date details.
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16th December, 2008
Warmest Christmas wishes are extended to all of our familes and supporters who have helped, contributed and generally "been there for us" throughout this year. We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and here's looking forward to health and happiness in 2009.
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19th November, 2008
We have just made our application for our 25 guaranteed places in next years Great North Run. If you would like to make an application to take up one of these places - please ring Lesley at the centre. We are now registered with the Just Giving site which takes the pain and stress out of collecting sponsorship - Please, please go to the just giving website and look at the pages of some of our last years runners and see how effective it can be. We also have 25 places to take part in a sponsored abseil down Segedunum Tower on Sunday 10th May next year - you can use Just Giving for this too - and just for a bit of added fun the organisers are suggesting fancy dress (Roman soldiers I suspect would be topical!) To take up a place and help us raise some much needed funding - contact Lesley on 01670 789753. Thank you.
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24th June, 2008
Over 25 families and their friends joined us on Sunday 22nd June to take part in the STEP UP and picnic at Carlisle Park in Morpeth - the weather was surprisingly good - even good enough for some of us to bathe in the paddling pool (our adventurous John B) and the day finished on a high with a fabulous performance by Charlie the Magician especially for us in the Town Hall. Sponsorship money is coming in already - thank you so much to everyone who took part.
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19th May, 2008
On Sunday 11th May, 25 intrepid volunteers abseiled from the top of Malmaison Hotel in Newcastle to raise funds for the trust. The weather was kind and so were our volunteers - we'll be doing it again next year if you would like to take part? To register your interest please ring Lesley Henderson on 01670 789753. to view photographs please visit www.stevebrock.co.uk
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9th September, 2007
TTHT Project Director Lesley Henderson has been named the Daily Mail Inspirational Woman of the Year 2007. At a glittering ceremony at the Dorchester Hotel, hosted by Kirsty Young, she was praised for her single-mindedness and determination to make a difference. "It's quite humbling, really,' she admits. 'None of this happened because I set out to help people. At the time, I was just concerned with my own family and helping my own son. "But a little later down the road, when I had been helped by wonderful people myself, I was struck by this real need to pass the message on. "From there it snowballed, and it's quite remarkable. Now, I'm so proud of the fact that I can offer some hope to families who come to the centre when they are still reeling from that diagnosis. "I can tell them that it isn't the end of the world to hear that your child is autistic. "Better still, I can introduce them to Toby and tell them how proud I am that he is my son. What mother can ask for more?" Read the full article from the Daily Mail here.
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28th August, 2007
The brand new website for The Toby Henderson Trust launched here at ttht.co.uk, replacing our old website.
Our new website was provided by local web development company DX Net Solutions and contains all up-to-date details on our services and facilities.
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