Winter programme
There’s something for everyone this winter at Demelza. All our events and activities are designed to be as accessible as possible for everyone in the family to enjoy.
What to expect
- Family events: Events for the whole family group, to come together, meet other families, have fun and make memories.
- Creative arts therapies: Groups or events organised and delivered by Demelza's creative arts therapies team.
- Transition Network: Events for young people aged 14+ who are starting their transition journey into adult services, and / or their parents / carers.
- Siblings activities: Activities for siblings, aged between 5 and 17, to develop peer networks, increase confidence and have fun!
- Parent/carer wellbeing: A variety of events and activities to bring parents / carers together for dedicated time just for them, to relax, recharge or get creative.
- Engagement opportunities: Opportunities for different members of the family to engage with Demelza, helping us improve our services so we can best support you.
Festive Family Wonderland
This winter, join us for festive fun in Demelza’s very own wonderland.
Explore a world of sparkle and joy, with festive themed crafts, sensory experiences, refreshments and more. It’s the perfect place to make special memories together as a family.
- Kent: Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December
- South East London: Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December
- East Sussex: Saturday 29 November
Gift deliveries
Families can request an end of year gift and letter for their children.
You can choose for your gift to be delivered to you, or alternatively they’ll be available to collect from the Festive Family Wonderland events.
Creative arts therapies
Winter themed sensory bags
Families can request a winter-themed music sensory bag, which will include sensory items to use at home while listening to an online playlist, whenever you like.
The bag will be delivered to you during the month of November.
Transition network
Young people aged 18 – 24 are invited to join us for a day filled with winter-themed activities such as crafting, baking, gaming and a sensory room experience!
Join us in November or February (please note, there is reduced capacity in November due to shared event space).
- Saturday 29 November, 10:30am – 3:30pm
- Saturday 7 February, 10:30am – 3:30pm
Winter sibling activity days
Siblings aged between five and 17 are invited to join us for a day of February half-term fun.
There will be a range of games and activities to suit different interests and age groups.
- Kent: Thursday 19 February, 11am – 3pm
- South East London: Friday 20 February, 11am – 3pm
- East Sussex: Wednesday 18 February, 11am – 3pm
Parent/carer wellbeing
A chance for parents/carers to come together and get creative by making a festive wreath or floral arrangement.
An opportunity to meet other families and Demelza colleagues over a creative activity and enjoy festive refreshments.
- Kent: Friday 12 December, 10:30am – 12:30pm
- South East London: Friday 5 December, 10:30am – 12:30pm
- East Sussex: Date TBC (early December)
Engagement opportunity
The Engagement team are hosting brunches for dads and male carers, and mums and female carers this winter.
Parents / carers are invited to come together, enjoy brunch in a casual setting and meet others in their local area.
- Dads and male carers brunch at Kent: Saturday 7 February
- Mums and female carers brunch at South East London: Saturday 28 February
We’re here to help
If you would like more information about family events, please contact our team on 01795 845280 (Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm) or email familysupportdepartment@demelza.org.uk.
If you're not currently supported by Demelza, please fill out our referral form to see how we can help.