Beneficiaries

Growing Together 

A new service in the Doncaster area that many of Roxanne's friends now use.  

It provides those with learning disabilities access to therapeutic benefits that the outdoor environment and working with animals, plants and nature has to offer. It's an opportunity for Roxanne's friends to experience meaningful outdoor activities and gain qualifications to enter the world of employment or volunteering.  

Mexcraft 

An organisation who use arts and crafts as a vehicle to build confidence and provide outreach to adults in the community.  They provide projects that support the integration of individuals with learning disabilities within the local area. 

Roxanne loved to attend their group sessions. Many people received gifts which she made from skills learned at Mexcraft... such as Christmas and birthday cards, cross stitches and paintings.  

Friends Together Youth Club 

Run by the incredible Lorraine Roberts.

This Youth Club is a lifeline for young adults with learning disabilities in Doncaster. Roxanne loved this organisation. It focuses on taking members on days out to places like the entertainment venues, local educational services and outdoor recreational facilities.

Mexborough Smile Day Centre 

A daily service that supports adults with learning disabilities by providing life and social skills that foster independence. The centre also creates fun and memorable outings and events.
    
Roxanne spent time here regularly for 17 years, it's where she met some of her best friends.  

Altogether Sports Club 

A local sports club in the Doncaster area for adults with learning difficulties which has been running for many, many years.  

Roxanne attended this club weekly from her teenage years. A wonderful chap called Dave runs it to keep adults with learning disabilities active. He’s one of the reasons why Roxanne was a such a huge fan of sport.