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.