Covid-19 – update on current day services, 13th December 2021
Reach’s day centres remain open in line with the government’s latest guidance relating to health and social care provision. Extra measures are in place to keep our clients, staff and volunteers well. All activities comply with latest government Covid-19 regulations and are monitored closely. Our senior management team will keep the situation under constant review and our Centre Teams will be in touch with clients and/or carers in case of any change.
To find out more about current day services please contact Chantelle Welsher, Group Manager Client Services at Chantelle.welsher@reachuk.org or telephone 07834 578704.
To find out more about our support for unpaid carers please contact Catherine Shatwell, Carers Matter Manager at Catherine.shatwell@reachuk.org or telephone 07715648691.
To find out more about how we have supported people during the last year, please see our Crisis Response page. Or click to find out more about what we do and how you can get involved today.
At our new larger site at Reach Newark we offer a range of courses and activities that provide people with learning disabilities the chance to learn, have fun and live well.
The Reach Newark centre is welcoming, busy and lively – buzzing with creativity and activity throughout the week. We take the time to work closely with clients and their carers to find new ways of doing things that help people build the life they want.
At Reach Newark we offer:
- cookery courses
- drama, music & singing sessions
- arts and crafts activities
- sports & fitness
- moving forward
- bowling
- and much more…
All courses and activities are delivered by qualified and experienced tutors and project workers. We continue to offer our Sit and Be Fit and Singing sessions on Zoom along side the in person sessions.
Find us at: Hawtonville Community Centre, St Mary’s Gardens, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4JQ. Call us on 01636 671939.
Vickie ward
Newark Centre Manager
Hello, my name is Vickie. I have worked in the care sector for over 20 years. In my previous role I worked as a Regional Manager for a supported living provider. I am currently the centre Manager for Reach Newark. I really enjoy making a difference to individuals lives and going the extra mile, I will do what ever it takes for someone to reach their full potential and lead a fulfilled and happy life.
I love working at Reach Newark, no two days are ever the same, it is a busy centre and there is always lots going on. The individuals and the amazing staff team at Newark make it a really special place to work and I could never imagine working anywhere else.
Reach Newark
