Gillmoss Recycling Discovery Centre is offering relaxed SEN sessions for autistic visitors

Are you looking for a day out with a difference? Check out the Relaxed SEN events at Gillmoss Recycling Discovery Centre in Liverpool! You can take a tour of the facility, learn lots of fun and interesting facts about recycling and discover the journey your recycling goes on once it has been collected from your home.

The centre is a purpose-built education facility. It offers tours and education sessions throughout the year. The centre recently received the Autism Friendly Award from the National Autistic Society. The Autism Friendly Award was set up to help businesses create a more welcoming environments for autistic people. and make a difference to the lives of autistic people throughout the UK.

To gain the Award, businesses have to meet set standards and follow a framework. This is to show that they offer an autism-friendly environment and service.

In order to improve the experience of autistic visitors, Gillmoss Recycling Discovery Centre has:

·         Introduced the 'Relaxed SEN' sessions that are designed for autistic visitors. These sessions offer a more comfortable and inclusive environment.

·         Provided staff with training on the challenges autistic people may face when visiting the centre. This creates a more understanding and supportive atmosphere.

·         Enhanced the accessibility of the centre's website. This helps improve the information available to visitors before their visit.

·         Taken huge steps to create a sensory-friendly environment. This has been done by reducing potential sources of sensory overload throughout the facility.

Booking is essential if you would like to go to one of the sessions. Click here for more information and to book Recycling Discovery Centre | Veolia Merseyside and Halton