Activities

Activities at King Street

King Street offers everyday access to local community life; the use of local amenities and leisure opportunities is embedded into the daily lives of people we support.

Our aim is for people we support to be known, included and valued within the local community. We go to local shops, pubs and  restaurants, building strong relationships with those working there. Local parks and walks are easily accessible. King Street has its own vehicles, but whenever possible we also use public transport to promote travel skills and independence.

Active, meaningful and purposeful lives

At King Street, we have created a safe environment where people can access education, develop lifelong skills and maximise their potential. The residential living model enables each person to have a varied and fulfilling life.

Activities and choices: People are encouraged and supported to make their own choices and decisions about how they spend their days. Support teams help to ensure that activities are balanced around each person’s needs, preferences and wellbeing. Depending on these needs and the choices made, a broad range of activities can be accessed in the local and wider communities and at other Hesley Group facilities.

Pursuits include: horticulture, art and crafts, eating out, visits to local and national attractions, trips to the coast, cinema, bowling, swimming, gym, dance, shopping, sensory club, cycling, woodwork, music, performing arts, voluntary work, access to local colleges, work placements, local walks and the local social club.

Facilities: King Street also has its own facilities to host social events, to which friends and family can be invited. Shopping and cooking for themselves, with support as required, is encouraged for people at King Street, as is cleaning and tidying their own home.

Above all, we want every person we support to experience the best possible quality of life. They should enjoy ordinary daily activities, but also develop new skills, interests and friendships, becoming full and valued members of their local community.