People can choose to attend the centre five days a week or on selected days to suit their lifestyle, the allocation of which is subject to availability and assessment.
The service is tailored to suit individual needs using a variety of tools and methods:

• Person Centred Planning
• Young Friends Together/Transition Service
• Community Connecting
• Individualised assessments
• Voluntary work placements/experience
• Sensory stimulation

• Horticultural programmes
• Travel training
• and many more

Amberswood Day Centre in Hindley is for adults with learning disabilities living within the Wigan town centre, Hindley, Leigh, Atherton and Tyldesley areas.  The service offers access to a variety of leisure, educational and developmental activities.

Local service (Wigan).

There will be some cost but the actual amount you pay will depend on what services you receive.

The Department of Adult Services Central Duty Team is the first point of contact for all referrals and general enquiries. You can contact them from 8.45am to 8pm, Monday to Friday and 8.45am to 1pm Saturday on 01942 828777.

When you contact us we'll discuss your situation over the phone and possibly arrange a visit to your home to work out with you the day centre that will be most suitable for you.

Companionship /befriending, Activities, Day centres, Support for carers / Relief Care / Respite Care, Lunch clubs

28/06/2011