Day opportunities
A place to connect, create and grow.
Our day opportunities provide a welcoming and supportive environment where people can explore their interests, develop new skills, build confidence and spend time with others.
From creative activities and life skills to trips out and opportunities to be part of the wider community, our programme is shaped around the people we support and the things they enjoy.
Our vision
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a fulfilling life, make their own choices and feel part of their community.
Our day opportunities are about much more than keeping busy. They’re about discovering interests, building friendships, developing confidence and learning skills that support greater independence.
Most importantly, we listen to the people we support. Their interests, goals and choices help shape what we do.
Our aims
Promote inclusion
Help people with disabilities access opportunities, build connections and feel part of their local community.
Support choice and independence
Support people to make their own choices, plan the life they want and develop greater independence.
Create meaningful opportunities
Provide person-centred opportunities that help people discover their strengths, develop skills and achieve their goals.
Work together
Build strong, meaningful partnerships with families, carers, local organisations, businesses and other community services.
Our approach is person-centred, inclusive and focused on possibility. We create safe, supportive and stimulating environments where people can have fun, make friends, learn new skills and become more confident in their everyday lives. By working alongside individuals, families, carers and our wider community, we aim to create opportunities that make a meaningful difference.
Activities and opportunities
We believe support should be about more than care. It’s about discovering interests, trying new things, building confidence and having fun. Our activities and opportunities are shaped around the people we support, helping them develop skills, build friendships and take an active role in their community.
Exercise with Move Mojo
Keep active and build confidence
Sessions are designed by qualified physiotherapists specifically for adults with learning disabilities, making exercise accessible, enjoyable and supportive.
Drama sessions
Express yourself
Enjoy drama sessions delivered by experienced professionals, both at Creative Choices and in the wider community.
Cooking & baking
Cook, create and enjoy
Develop practical cooking skills, try new recipes and enjoy making food to share or take home.
Art & crafts
Get creative
Explore different creative activities while developing new skills, expressing yourself and enjoying the process.
Zest social club
Connect and make friends
Enjoy social activities, meet new people and spend time with friends in a welcoming community setting.
Computer skills
Build digital confidence
Develop practical computer skills and become more confident using technology in everyday life.
Gardening
Grow something together
Our own gardening space provides opportunities to get outdoors, learn new skills and enjoy the benefits of growing and caring for plants.
Breakfast club + shopping
Start the day together
Build everyday skills through preparing breakfast, shopping and making choices about food and activities.
Days out
Explore the community
Enjoy days out and new experiences, from bowling and local parks to garden centres, zoos and other places of interest.
Supported work experiences
Discover your potential
Gain valuable experience, develop workplace skills and build confidence in a supported environment.
Equestrian
Time in the saddle
Take part in regular equestrian sessions at Gartmore Riding School, developing confidence, skills and enjoyment through working with horses.
What's included
Included in your day opportunities fee
- Travel during the day to different venues and on trips out.
- Materials used during sessions at our base, including art and craft materials.
- Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits at our head office.
Not included
- Food and drinks purchased while out in the community.
- Ingredients for cookery, baking and lunch sessions.
- Admission fees for days out or half-day trips.
- Lunch, which can be purchased separately if required.
More information
Information leaflet
Want to know more about our day opportunities? Download our basic information leaflet.
Essential information
Find information about direct debits, transport and other practical details in our full information leaflet.
Apply for day opportunities
Interested in joining Creative Choices? Download our application form, complete it and email it to gary@creativechoicescic.co.uk.