A new day opportunities service for young adults with learning difficulties in Belfast

Inspired

By a belief that those with intellectual disabilities are indispensable to our community.

An awareness of the lack of opportunity for Young Adults with SLD after they leave school.

A passion to see the meaningful inclusion and the holistic development of young people with SLD.

Our Values

Trust

We will be transparent in all we do and seek to build positive relationships not only with participants but also their family.

Integrity

All we do will be to the best possible standard and in the interest of participants and their families.

Participant Focused

Our service has an individualistic approach as activities, programmes and schedules are catered to our participants’ interests and needs.

We are making a house a home.

A Large Multifunctional Room for training, work and a range of recreational activities.

A Sensory Garden providing a quiet outdoor space for participants as well as developing horticulture skills.

A Studio to provide music and multimedia training, as well as giving participants opportunity to creatively express themselves.

Kitchen & Dining Space to develop independent living and cooking skills.

Send House Programme

Physical & Mental Wellbeing

  • Gym

  • Swimming

  • Counselling Service

  • Art & Music Therapy

  • Healthy Eating Promotion

Employability Skills

  • Work Experience

  • Internships

  • Career Visits

  • Horticulture

  • Communication Skills

Education & Learning

  • Independent Living Skills

  • Personal Safety

  • Travel Training

  • Personal Hygiene

  • Theological Study

Community Engagement

  • Volunteering

  • Shopping

  • Cafés

  • Community Events

  • Family Nights

The Arts

  • Music Lessons

  • Music Composition

  • Film & Media

  • Performing Arts

  • Exhibitions

Social & Recreational

  • Day Trips

  • Beach Days

  • Cinema & Concerts

  • Nights Out

  • International Travel

  • Flexible Placements

    Come to Send House full time with a 4 day a week placement, 9-3pm or start off with a 3 or 2 day placement.

  • Transport

    We offer free door to door transport in the East Belfast area. Getting you to Send House and home again is safe and comfortable.

  • Venue

    Designed to purposefully feel like a home and not a school or centre. The decor, room names and functionality of the space is to give you the feeling of familiarity and ownership.

  • The Arts

    Interested in learning the drums? Making a movie? Our studio offers exciting opportunities to develop your creative interests in music, film and art.

  • Life Skills

    You will be supported in developing life and independence skills through opportunities in cooking, horticulture, volunteering and community engagement.

  • Community

    Getting out into the community is at the heart of Send House. We want to help you access all your community has to offer and explore what you can offer our community.

  • Family Support

    Send House is here for the whole family. We aim to support where we can through advocacy, training and parents/carers evenings.

  • Travel

    Want to see more of the world? Go on your next big adventure with Send House as we offer annual holiday opportunities.

  • Well-being

    Your physical, mental and spiritual well-being is so important. At Send House you can access a gym, swimming pool, counselling and theological study.

  • Trained Staff

    Our staff have the professional experience and qualifications required to offer an excellent service.

Send House Team

Zak

Director

Bachelors in Theology & PGCE from Queens University Belfast. Previously worked as a 6th form teacher in a Special Needs School in Belfast supporting pupils and parents for their transition to post school placements.

Zak is married to Christy who helps Send House with communications and marketing.

Jonny

Director

Bachelors in Music from Queens University Belfast. Worked in supported living for young adults with severe learning disabilities and more recently a classroom assistant in a special needs school in Lisburn.

Married to Jessie who helps Send House with graphic and publication design.

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