New facilities dedicated to supporting families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have been unveiled in Rochdale.
This comes as part of a significant £115,000 upgrade to Norden Family Hub which reflects the council’s ongoing efforts to create safer, more supportive and accessible space for local families.
Featured improvements, funded by the Department for Education’s capital funding for Family Hubs, include a brand-new sensory room equipped with a ceiling hoist to ensure full accessibility for local residents.
A brand-new sensory room equipped with a ceiling hoist to ensure full accessibility for local residents.
A new large multi-purpose room featuring an interactive projector and a second ceiling hoist have also been installed to cater a variety of inclusive activities and needs.
State-of-the-art changing facilities have been fitted in the bathroom too, to provide even more comfort and convenience for all visitors, while families can also enjoy a variety of interactive elements as part of a dedicated outdoor area.
State-of-the-art changing facilities have been fitted in the bathroom.
Councillor Rachel Massey, portfolio holder for children’s services and education, said:
“These new facilities look absolutely fantastic and will play such an important role in helping all our local families feel even more included in our hugely beneficial and popular family hubs offer.
“As a council, we want every child and young person in our borough to have the best start in life, and this latest investment shows our deep commitment to creating spaces where every family feels supported, valued and able to thrive.
“With much improved access to vital services and resources within our communities, I really look forward to seeing the positive impact this will have on our local families going forward — and I am confident it will be warmly welcomed by all.”
A new large multi-purpose room featuring an interactive projector and a second ceiling hoist have also been installed.
Rochdale Borough Council boasts 17 family hubs across the borough, the largest number of family hubs in one single authority across Greater Manchester.
As part of this offer, the council offers a number activities and programmes to support everyone from expecting parents to families with children aged 0-19 or 0-25 with SEND.