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Testimonials and Awards
Testimonials
Our activities have been recognised by professionals and awards and appreciated by parents. Here are a few things they have said.
Parents
'As always with Tiggers - a safe environment was provided whereby my child was able to 'be himself' without being judged or ridiculed.'
'It was nice to see Ryan have his face painted. First time in 11 years AND he queued! Last time was when he was 3 and he screamed the place down.'
'This was very well managed. Thank you to those involved.'
'Of those answering the question on coming again if the event was organised again, the verdict was unanimously 'definitely'! 41 affected by autism and carers attended the event.'
'Overall I was very impressed with the Blackpool Tiggers Club meeting. I didn't feel out of it, and felt quite involved. If anything I had to hold myself in check for much of the time. Your helpers are unbelievable. I know how hard it is to get that kind of commitment for nothing, and I was unable to identify the areas that bring out that willingness and support, and subsequently I failed to achieve it.'
Training Feedback
'The Course was very useful as it not only offers an insight int the autistic spectrum but also shows you how anywhere in society considerations have to be made as how to communicate with any one individual as every person is different.'
'I learned a lot about autism and some very useful techniques for managing behaviour.'
'I thought I knew enough about autism and what it's like for people who are autistic - I was WRONG!! I've learned so much more and now have a good (basic) knowledge of how to deal with + make things easier for autistic people. Lets hope I can put it into good practice.'
Professionals
'Tiggers contribution to the quality of life of some of our most vulnerable children and young people and their families is immense. The group not only have a high local profile, but also a county, regional and national one, being seen as good practice by all. The commitment of the committee and volunteers is second to none and they and the group are something for the town of Blackpool to be proud of'. John Blackledge, Assistant Director Leisure Services, Blackpool.
'The development of Tiggers has been brought to the attention of the Regional Partnership for the North West, Autistic Spectrum Disorders working group. The work of Tiggers was seminal in the development of the partnerships strategic plan. Under the section 'Developing Partnership' reference is made to targeting the participation in play and leisure services'. Additionally Tiggers has been brought to the attention of the DfES and the then minister, Lord Filkin, where its excellent work was warmly received. The DfES web site will be putting a direct link to Tiggers on its autism home page' Assistant Manager Central Service for Support and Advice Pupils with Physical Sensory Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties including SEN in the Early Years.
Awards
Community Club of the Year – Blackpool 2005/6
Coach of the Year – Blackpool 2005/6
Volunteer of the Year – Blackpool 2005/6
Volunteer of the Year – Lancashire, North West 2006
North West Community Volunteer of the Year 2006
Outstanding Contribution to Neighbourhood Renewal
Office of the North West of England Community Champion
Team Young Citizen Award, High Sheriff of Lancashire
Click here to view our awards pages
Find Out More
Read more about our child oriented clubs on our main club website:
If you would like to have a chat with us please call us on
01253 319210
or on mobile phone number
07594 101 881.
Alternatively you can contact us by e-mail or post to
Office Address:
MY TOWN TIGGERS
All Saints Hall
98b Park Road
BLACKPOOL
LANCASHIRE
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