Community OUTINGS PROGRAMMES

Purpose of Community Outings

To promote independence, social inclusion, confidence, physical wellbeing, life skills, and enjoyment through safe and supported engagement in the local community.

1. Park & Outdoor Activities

Regular Outings

  • Nature walks
  • Picnics & outdoor lunches
  • Group exercise in the park
  • Gardening projects & planting days
  • Birdwatching & nature observation
  • Outdoor photography
  • Mindfulness & relaxation sessions

Seasonal Activities

  • Spring flower walks
  • Summer sports & games days
  • Autumn leaf collecting & art projects
  • Winter wellbeing walks

2. Shopping & Life Skills Trips

Essential Skills

  • Grocery shopping practice
  • Budgeting and money handling
  • Reading labels & making choices
  • Ordering food & paying at tills
  • Public transport practice
  • Time management skills

 

Community Locations

  • Supermarkets
  • Local markets
  • Charity shops
  • Pharmacies
  • Post office visits
  • Libraries

3. Local Attractions & Cultural Visits

  • Museums
  • Art galleries
  • Historical landmarks
  • Zoos & aquariums
  • Theatres & cinemas
  • Community centres
  • Faith & cultural centres

4. Community Engagement & Participation

  • Volunteering in local projects
  • Visiting care homes & community groups
  • Attending community events & festivals
  • Supporting local businesses
  • Joining local clubs & groups
  • Intergenerational programmes

5. Learning Through Outings

  • Road safety training
  • Travel training
  • Communication practice
  • Problem-solving in real settings
  • Social interaction skills
  • Confidence-building challenges
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6. Social & Leisure Outings

  • Café meet-ups
  • Restaurant lunches
  • Bowling trips
  • Swimming sessions
  • Mini golf & leisure centres
  • Ice cream & seaside trips
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7. Personalised Choice-Based Outings

Each service user helps choose:

  • Where to go
  • What to do
  • How often they go
  • Who they go with

Safety & Support Framework

All outings include:

✔ Risk assessment & safety planning

✔ Trained staff & volunteers

✔ Individual support plans

✔ Emergency procedures

✔ Consent & choice respected