From singing in a choir to volunteering at a charity shop, we make sure the people we support are able to do the things they want to do wherever possible.
Luv2meetU is our award-winning friendship and dating service based in Bradford, but operated across a number of regions. We run events and outings for adults with learning disabilities so that they can have fun, make friends and maybe meet a boyfriend or girlfriend.
Activities range from ice-skating and clubbing, to speed dating and bowling — members influence the activities from week to week. If two of our members want to go on a date, we are on hand to give advice. We can also chaperone their first meeting to help make sure everything goes smoothly. Find out all about our services and where we operate on the Luv2meetU website.
Since its creation Hum Tum has put on over a thousand events, including Eid and Diwali evenings, cinema outings and restaurant meals. Find out more about what we do and where.
Your nephew is sure to find at least one group in his area, and it can be a great way to meet people and make new friends. Finally, it might be helpful for your nephew to read a bit about how his learning disability and potential social skill deficits can affect his relationships and life beyond school. It can be difficult to make the transition from school to the "real world" and navigate new relationships on your own, but there a number of excellent resources and groups that can help.
This question is part of our Ask the Experts section. Tracy Gray answers selected questions from teachers, students, and other users regarding effective use of educational technology. Ask about the best tools to help solve problems related to learning disabilities.
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