News and Updates from Sutton Coldfield Neighbourhood Network Scheme
Please RSVP enquiries@signalhayes.co.uk
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Two social groups for young people with autism (different age groups) based on Pershore Road, Birmingham. REGISTER YOU INTEREST HERE - https://tinyurl.com/9kftd5mv and Billie can get in touch regarding the groups.
For further information please do contact billie-marie@resourcesforautism.org.uk
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| Big Send Adventure Playday - 26th August 2026 |
Age Connects West Midlands continues to support the Birmingham Warm Welcome initiative through our drop-in sessions at Communitea Cafe, Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield.
What
is a Warm Welcome Space?
Warm
Welcome Spaces are free, safe and welcoming community spaces that are open to
everyone. They provide an opportunity for people to access information and
support, connect with others, reduce isolation and enjoy a friendly
environment.
Our
Warm Welcome offer includes:
Age Connects provide sessions at three locations in Birmingham at these times:
Communitea,
Boldmere
Hawkesley
Community Centre
Moorfield
Hall
These
sessions are available year-round and can be particularly beneficial for
individuals who may be experiencing loneliness, social isolation, financial
pressures, or who simply want a friendly place to spend time within their local
community.
Free
Refreshments
Visitors
attending specifically for the Warm Welcome offer can receive a complimentary
basic tea or coffee.
Over 80 people attended the event including local charity, cultural and community groups, 5 local councillors including Nitish Raut, Mayor of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield and talented musicians offering performances and tuition.
It was a great day of connectivity and diversity. Big thanks to Father Jules for hosting the event at St George the Martyr Church, to all the groups and citizens who helped to organise the event and to Kamleish and colleagues on the SCNNS team for hard work in putting the event on.
As the Mayor said in his speech, "Sutton Coldfield embraces and values the community of Minworth".
The event, organised by station commander Paul Staples and his brilliant team featured many stalls and activities around emergency rescue and first aid support, especially popular with families of young children. Everything from cardiac resuscitation to photos with Fireman Sam, we had many useful conversations with parents and carers about the many services we have on offer.
Thank you to Paul and all the professional and volunteer fire, police and ambulance personnel for inviting us to this well organised and well attended event in the centre of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield.
To access our self-referral service or self-help resources scan the QR code on the flyer of visit:
www.midlandsgamblingclinic.org
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| Support from Adfam |
Adfam can provide six one-to-one sessions where you can talk to us about any issues that you are experiencing.
Sessions via Zoom video call or over the phone at a time to suit you.
Follow the link below to find out more or speak to the Gambling Harm Clinic adfam.org.uk/MPFTgam
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Thursday 16th July 2026
11am-1pm
Bosnia House, Stratford Road, B11 4DY.
A free service to support adults with a Learning Disability
For more information visit midlandmencap.org.uk/cws/
The Community
Wellbeing Team at Midland Mencap are hosting drop-in sessions for
adults with diagnosed learning disabilities or autism to come and find out
about services available for them.
We have one coming up at Kingstanding Library on Tuesday 28th July 10am-12pm.
The drop-in is free. No booking required.
‘Sutton Connect’, is building a Green Travel District in Walmley, Minworth and Reddicap. That will mean it’s easier and more pleasant to walk, wheel, cycle and use public transport to get where we are going. When more people make these choices, we make a healthier, safer and more productive community, and we reduce pollution and congestion for everyone travelling in the district as well.
This annual survey feeds into Sutton Connect Board who bring
together a partnership of businesses and community organisations, working with
Birmingham and Sutton Councils to make it easier to travel for everyone - https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/suttonconnect
You are also welcome to take part in completing this survey – on this link https://snaponline.wmca.org.uk/s/mw3tr9 or by using this QR code below:-
Celebrate all things Tour De France and accessible cycling with a free Family Fun Day here at TouchBase Pears. All activities designed to be inclusive, all ages welcome. No need to book, just drop in anytime between 11am and 4pm đđ˛đ˛đ˛
Activities will include...
đ˛ Accessible
cycling with Parkride
đ˛A pop up bike repair station with Birmingham Bike Foundry (book
your slot for free bike maintenance here: Select a Date & Time -
Calendly )
đ˛ BMX balance bikes
đ˛Crafts, sensory activities and accessible games
đ˛Sensory storytime with Selly Oak library and Sense children’s team
(10.30, open to all, sensory stories at 12 and 2pm are bookable on the day).
đ˛Competitions
đ˛And more!
For enquires please email lauren.jansenparkes@sense.org.uk
Disability Pride Disco and Parade – Friday 24th July 2026, 10.30am
– 1.00pm
Every July, people around the world come together to celebrate Disability Pride Month – a time to honour disabled identity, culture, and the long history of activism that has shaped disability rights today.
Our event takes inspiration from one of the biggest and longest‑running
Disability Pride Parades in the world, founded in Chicago in 2004. Chicago’s
parade is known for its joyful mix of music, bold fashion, homemade banners,
street‑party energy and its roots in the city’s iconic 90s/00s house and rave
culture. That spirit of colour, sound, pride and community is exactly what
we’re bringing to Sense this year.
For 16+ Disabled People with complex needs, and their
friends, families and supporters
đĒŠ10:30-11:30: Disco settling-in Snacks,
music and a relaxed start as everyone arrives and gets into the spirit.
đĒŠ11:30-12:00: Parade around TouchBase Pears! A
short, vibrant and fun parade around the building.
đĒŠ12:00-13:00: Disability Pride Disco Music,
movement, performances and celebration with DJs and performers.
Can’t make it in person? Email us at artsandwellbeing@sense.org.uk
and we’ll set you up with the DJ set livestream (12:00–13:00) and resources so
you can enjoy your own celebration from wherever you’re based.
Please contact artsandwellbeing@sense.org.uk
for any further questions or concerns.
