Midlands Sport & Physical Activity Manager for Sense, the charity for people with complex disabilities. Connecting Differently @sensecharity Views my own

Joined December 2014
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
2 Dec 2022
We are excited to announce that the Association of Colleges has appointed Sense College East and Sense College Loughborough a part of the Inclusive Hub programme for the 2022-23 academic year! @AoC_info @AoC_Sport (1/4)
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
#SportEngland's funding will enable @sensecharity to help more people with complex disabilities to become active in their local communities We visited their ice skating session in Birmingham to see how it brings enjoyment and boosts the confidence of its participants 😄
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
#SportEngland attended an ice skating session held by @sensecharity, which is one of the many activities they provide for their participants ⛸️ They are a leading charity that supports children and adults living with complex disabilities in the UK #UnitingTheMovement
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
21 Nov 2022
Making #Football accessible is something #SenseActive is passionate about. On Dec 7 we will be hosting our Introduction to Sensory Football virtual workshop! This aims to help parents, teachers, care providers adapt the game for everyone. #FIFAWorldCup sense.org.uk/scheduled-activ…
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
We've worked with @SolihullActive to create and map new stimulating, sensory walking routes through #Solihull parks and green spaces. Throughout August you can join a walk designed for people with complex disabilities. Spaces are limited, book at: bit.ly/3SxXCQz
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
An amazing start to @sensecharity #CommonwealthGames2022 fully inclusive live site and so proud to be part of the first of its kind @touchbasepears #brum #inclusion @StephSenseArt @SenseSportWM
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
11 Feb 2022
In sunny Birmingham this morning with @sensecharity some great cycling sessions over the last few weeks with more and more participants coming along to have a go! Great communication between staff & participants comes in many different ways!
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
14 Feb 2022
It’s a bit miserable outside today so thought we’d post up some pics from our session on Friday supporting people with complex needs to enjoy being out on bikes.🌞 was out & we were able to offer something a bit different! Rapidly becoming a Friday favourite! 😀👏 🚲 🦼
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
14 Feb 2022
Sensory Football = creating meaningful football activities for people with complex disabilities. Today #SenseActive launch an innovative programme with virtual training and resources for anyone supporting people with complex disabilities. Get involved: sense.org.uk/sensory-footbal…
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
11 Feb 2022
Really exciting day ahead! 2 Vans packed full of bikes ready to go! 3 Sessions today that highlight the different groups we work with! Complex needs group @Sense, SEND school in Birmingham, adults cycling session in Sandwell! #InclusiveCycling #Cycling #Accessible
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
We @sensecharity recently had an online #SenseArts sharing about high-quality art in care & the impact it has for the people we support. Here's a BIG thank you to all who contributed & if you missed it, we'll be uploading the recording to YouTube this week...so stay tuned!

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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
Learning to meet specific needs in your coaching can help you become a more creative coach 🙌 To find out more, come along to our free Time2Learn webinar with Callan Barber @sensecharity 🤝 It's happening on Friday 5 November (12-1pm) Secure your place: bit.ly/3ARCHOg
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
.@sensecharity has a vacancy for a Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator, who will be responsible for the delivery of its Sport England-funded ‘Sense, Active Together’ project Full details on our Jobs page 👉bit.ly/3aN6q08
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
4 Oct 2021
On Saturday, #SenseActive supported the @BritBlindSport 'Have a Go Day' in Bristol in partnership with @SSupportWofE. Great to see so many people with a visual impairment trying lots of new sports and activities! Find your nearest club here britishblindsport.org.uk/act…
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Really pleased to be here today @birminghamcg22 Inclusion Week talking all things inclusive arts, sport & wellbeing @sensecharity
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
9 Sep 2021
Please sign our important petition now to ensure disabled people are at the heart of next year's public enquiry into COVID-19 👇 #CovidInquiry
8 Sep 2021
6 out of 10 who have died from Covid-19 are disabled. Disabled people need to be put at the heart of next year’s public #CovidInquiry. Sign our petition now to ensure the country learns from this crisis and addresses the needs of disabled people. Visit sense.org.uk/covidinquiry/
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
Hi all, Saturday 11th September 1.30pm to 3.30pm Sunday 12th September 1pm to 3pm Inspire a Generation Paralympic legacy Open sessions Come and join us Queen Alexandra College Harborne Birmingham B17 9TG British Wheelchair…lnkd.in/dfDvjEH5 lnkd.in/dNUA_JRe

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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
Hi all, Saturday 11th September 1.30pm to 3.30pm Sunday 12th September 1pm to 3pm Inspire a Generation Paralympic legacy Open sessions Come and join us Queen Alexandra College Harborne Birmingham B17 9TG British Wheelchair…lnkd.in/d3RDgFXC lnkd.in/dg3gNGq3
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Callan Barber Sense retweeted
12 Jul 2021
Arlo and his Dad, Phil, are regulars at #SenseActive’s Exercise Through Dance Zoom session with @Step_Change on Saturday mornings. Phil talks to @disabilityarts about his rock star son and the value of getting active together! Read it here: disabilityarts.online/blog/s…
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