Helping people with learning disabilities in Leicester to be independent, make new friends and have fun
Years of VALUES
Different activities
Clients at our centre
Hours of support per week
If you have learning disabilities and you want to do fun activities, VALUES is the place to go. We’re hereto help you learn new things, take part in fun activities, gain independence, make friends, explore job opportunities, and start volunteering.
We provide a range of support options, which can be funded privately or through Social Services Direct Payments (Personal Budgets). Our Newarke Street offices feature four activity rooms and a fully equipped kitchen, creating a welcoming space for everyone. All of our staff are fully trained and police-checked, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Lots of activities to choose from – something for everyone’s interests.
Consistent support – you’ll have the same support worker each week.
Reliable staff – if your support worker is away, another VALUES staff member will step in. We never use
agency staff.
Community involvement – our activities help you be part of your local community.
Flexible support – join group sessions or enjoy one-to-one support, whichever suits you best.
Explore our testimonials to learn more about how we’ve helped organisations, the impact of our work, and the experiences of those we’ve supported.
I enjoy doing Art in the day centre because I can be creative. I like painting and drawing and i feel good when i can make nice pictures. Its relaxing and I’m proud when I finish my work people get to see it.
I really enjoy the cooking sessions at the day centre. I like making new and different foods, especially ones that I haven’t tried before. Its fun to learn new recipes and cook with everyone.
I like drama because I get to practice and then perform in front of everyone. I love learning the lines and acting with the group. When we do a performance, it makes me feel proud of myself.
Before I joined VALUES I had no friends but now I have a lot more friends! The support is great! I enjoy the activities. If I didn’t have VALUES then I would be in my house!
I’ve been coming to the VALUES day centre since 2018. I like doing the gardening because I get to look after the plants and see them grow. It feel good to help. Gardening makes me feel useful.
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