WWL School Age ASC Pathway Team

19/03/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

Wigan MHST are offering a practical workshop, designed to help parents and carers promote effective sleeping routines for children and young people.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱?
• Understanding the ‘Science of Sleep’
• Exploring the importance of sleep for both physical and mental health
• Developing practical routines and strategies to improve your child’s

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱?
This is a great opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and learn tools that promote healthier sleeping routines. Following the workshop you will walk away with practical strategies which you and your young person can implement to support with getting effective sleep.

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀?
Westleigh Family Centre
Family Hub at Clifton Street Community Centre
The Meadows, Standish, Shevington & Aspull Family Hubs
Family Hub at Formby Avenue
Family Hub at Mornington Road

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/healthy-sleep-workshop-for-parentscarers-in-westleigh-tickets-1984875721715?aff=erellivmlt&fbclid=IwY2xjawQnmMZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlMk83WjhFQXJ0MERLa25jc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvtiOCg_qNMIjLsPiYVec1Idx6c_BLekflm9jnujRxiUBE0HY19kBFtr2GLz_aem_BzmFf44FEq2UsYzDE1AyLQ

19/03/2026

Are you a parent or carer of a young person in Year 9 or above? The My Day MyWay project aims to help to understand the everyday experiences, needs, and aspirations of people with learning disabilities, autism and other conditions who access care and support services as they transition to adulthood. Come along share ideas, let us know what support works and where the gaps are, align services with real lived experience. Enjoy refreshments during the session.

⏰10-12 noon
📆Monday the 23rd of March
📍Family Hub @ Formby Ave, Atherton, M46 OHX

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/my-day-my-way-tickets-1985276795337?aff=oddtdtcreator

19/03/2026

19/03/2026

📣 The SEND Local Offer Live event is back next month! Join us and explore the range of SEND services available across Wigan Borough.

Come along to:
✨ Meet professionals
✨ Speak to service providers
✨ Take part in workshops throughout the day

The event is open to children, young people, parents/carers, and professionals:
📅 Monday 27 April
📍 Leigh Sports Village, Leigh, WN7 4JY
⏰ 10am-2:30pm and 3:30pm – 6:30pm

No booking needed, just drop in whenever suits you. A quiet space will also be available all day.

Find out more at the link in the comments 👇

Wigan Parent Carer Forum

19/03/2026

Please note a change of venue for Zumberoos and Mummy Movers at Ince today!

These sessions are usually held at William Fosters but for one week only they will relocate to our Ince Linked Site, Charles Street, Ince, Wigan, WN2 2AL

Same session times, same lovely Gemma just a different venue for 1 week.

19/03/2026

❗️ Please note that there is an event on at Armed Forces HQ on Thursday 19th March at the same time as our Autism Emplyabilty Group.

There will be a larger number of people on site and the car park will be busier than usual.

However, our group will still go ahead for those who require support and members of the team will be present if you have any questions.

19/03/2026

Join us at Leigh Library this Autism Awareness Month for an honest, uplifting evening with James, as he shares “Connecting the Dots: Co-Occurrences in Neurodiversity.”
From dyslexia and dyscalculia to autism, ADHD… and yes, even dinonuggets — James brings humour, insight, and real lived experience.
Plus: chippy tea included!
📅 Thu 30 April | 🕒 6–8pm
📍 Leigh Library
🎟 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985441659450?aff=oddtdtcreator
💙 Everyone welcome.

18/02/2026

How are you feeling?

It's important to make time for your health... so don't miss our next Health and Wellbeing Open Day at Howe Bridge Leisure Centre on Wednesday 25 February (10am-2pm).

You can get a free wellness check from Be Well Wigan, an NHS blood pressure check (no appointment needed!), and advice and support on a wide range of topics – including:

🎗️ Breast screening advice
🍎 Nutrition and healthy weight
🚭 Smoking, alcohol & drugs
🫶 Mental wellbeing
👷 Employment
💸 Money saving, income maximisation & debt
💜 Support for carers
🧑‍💻 Digital inclusion

Plus… there’ll be FREE NHS Health Checks for eligible residents (see website for details) – and you can pick up a FREE 14-day pass for our leisure centres! ✨

Check the link in the comments for more info 👇

Health First ALW CIC Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Wigan Borough Federated Healthcare Wigan Borough Communities Team

18/02/2026

🟡SEN Peer Support Group / Coffee Afternoon
🏠 Mornington Road
⏰ 1:30pm- 3.00pm

Come along for a brew and a chat - no appointment needed, just drop in!

18/02/2026

17/02/2026

Connect with your local community and enjoy a family fun day with Wigan Athletic Community Trust!

📅 Saturday 14 March vs Bradford
🎟️ Free Latics tickets
🏟️ Robin Park Leisure Centre
😃 Fun family activities
🙌 Connect with local community groups

Find out more 👇

🔗 Connect with your local community and enjoy a family fun day with !

📅 Saturday 14 March vs Bradford
🎟️ Free Latics tickets
🏟️ Robin Park Leisure Centre
😃 Fun family activities
🙌 Connect with local community groups

Find out more 👇

🔗 https://wiganathletic.com/news/2026/february/13/together-in-communities-day-returns-on-the-14th-of-march-/

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