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Optalis Day Services

Day services for people with learning disabilities

We can provide all sorts of facilities and equipment for you to try different things, as well as plenty of places to chill out and relax!

Optalis runs services for older people, as well as activities for people with a learning disability, including a horticultural project at a farm in Stratfield Turgis.

There are 3 Day Centres - main contact for all 3 0118 977 8600

Westmead Centre, Rances Lane, Wokingham, RG40 2LH
Earley Crescent Resource Centre, Lower Earley, RG6 4HB
Woodford Park Leisure Centre, Haddon Drive, Woodley RG5 4LY

You might enjoy:

Arts and crafts, from paintings to pottery and models
Learning computer skills
Sports, like playing badminton at Woodford Park and darts at a nearby pub
Swimming and keep-fit classes at Loddon sports centre
Drama, dance and music sessions
Trips to the Maiden Erlegh Park nature reserve
Horse-riding

There is also the 'Out and About' service during evenings and weekends for adults with learning disabilities.

You can learn practical life skills. Our staff can help you get onto further education courses and work schemes, prepare you for job interviews and boost your confidence with support to communicate better, speak up for yourself and take part in discussions.

Who to contact

Telephone: 0118 989 9750
E-mail: karyn.fowle@optalis.org
Website: http://www.optalis.org

Where to go

Name: Acorn Community Centre
Address: Fernlea Drive
Wokingham
Berkshire
Postcode: RG41 3DR

Time / Date Details

Time of day: Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Session Information: Varies depending on the activity

Other Details

Costs

Details: Cost can vary depending on the service that is being used. Please enquire directly to Optalis for costs 0118 977 8600

Availability

Referral required: No
Referral Details: Contact Optalis 0118 977 8600

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