Rural Skills
Removing barriers to ensure everyone can access the unique learning opportunities that nature provides
It is well documented that being outdoors and having access to nature related activities can have a positive effect on a person’s mental health and well-being. It is also recognised that a large majority of young people with disabilities face being excluded from such activities due to access difficulties that surround their individual needs.
Learn to Live recognise the importance of removing barriers to ensure everyone has equal opportunity and access to the outdoors and the learning opportunities that being in nature can provide. We have been kindly gifted an allotment plot from the Whipton Lane Allotment Association that we have successfully developed and maintained for over two years. This affords our young people the opportunity to have an active role in cultivating their own fresh produce that often plays a starring role in our daily cookery activities.
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Life Skills
Daily life skills such as cleaning, laundry, travel training and budgeting are actively encouraged and supported so that our young people will be able to confidently transfer the skills they have acquired into their lives beyond our setting.
Work Experience
A successful work experience or volunteering placement can be a significant stepping stone on the path toward paid employment. Learn to Live work closely with local businesses who are able to offer some of our young people valuable and regular work experience opportunities that are tailored to the interests of the individual.
Get Moving
With physical inactivity being one of the largest causes of ill health, Learn to Live actively encourage our young people to adopt a healthy lifestyle and look to our young people to guide us in the sort of activities that we offer.
