This is the only centre in Calderdale specifically designed to meet the needs of young people with severe and complex needs. Their alternatives are staying at home all day or attending centres designed for much older people.
We have already become the 'destination of choice' for many young people when leaving their special school, but we need to expand our facilities to be ready for next year's new Next Steppers
As the numbers of wheelchair users at The Next Step Trust has increased, we are finding it increasingly difficult to transport Next Steppers to these external activities. A second minibus with a passenger lift is becoming essential. read more
Volunteers are always welcome to assist with horticulture and specific activities such as cycling. NB: All volunteers working with vulnerable adults will need the same CRB checks as paid staff
£ 1000.00
Weekly sessions led by a professional Arts and Crafts Teacher and a Music Teacher
£ 2000.00
An adapted 'bike' for use by disabled young people
£ 10000.00
A gardener / horticulturalist to develop our horticultural activities
£ 20000.00
A second-hand minibus with tail lift to transport Next Steppers to external activities
£ 40000.00
A new minibus with tail lift to transport Next Steppers to external activities
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Ground Floor, Community Foundation House, 162a King Cross Road
Halifax, West Yorkshire
HX1 3LN
Tel 01422 330938 Registered charity no. 1114197Community Foundation grant data
First grant date01/11/2006 Latest grant date27/07/2009 Amount of grants received£102000.00Vetted by: Community Foundation for Calderdale
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