Charity expands support for people with learning disabilities across Shropshire
Landau is launching a day opportunity service offering practical skills, training and activities designed to help people live more independently and access employment
A Telford charity is expanding its support for people with learning disabilities by launching a day opportunity service across Shropshire.
Landau, which has its head office in Telford, is bringing its established service to the area following 14 years of operating a similar programme in Stoke-on-Trent.
The new service will offer a range of practical, educational and vocational activities aimed at helping participants develop skills, build confidence and become more independent.
Activities will include employment support, maths and English learning, gardening, catering and hospitality training, hairdressing, customer service experience and community-based activities.
The programme will also provide opportunities for participants to gain hands-on experience in settings designed to reflect real workplaces, with the aim of helping them move towards volunteering or paid employment.
Landau has supported people facing barriers to employment, education and independent living since 1995.
Chief executive Phil Taylor said: "At Landau, we believe that every person should have the opportunity to live the life they choose and reach their full potential.
"Our Learning Disability Day Opportunity Service has made a real difference to people and families in Stoke over the past 14 years, and we are delighted to bring this successful model to Telford and extend it across Shropshire.
"This service is about much more than activities. It is about creating opportunities, building aspirations, developing employability skills and helping people with learning disabilities play an active role in their communities."
Individuals, families, carers and support organisations interested in finding out more about the service or making a referral can contact Landau by emailing [email protected].