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About Us

At Norfolk Involve Day Centre, we are passionate about creating a world where adults with learning disabilities and/or autism are empowered to live life to the full. Founded on the principles of respect, inclusion, and person-centred care, our centre is a vibrant, welcoming space where individuals are supported to grow, connect, and thrive.

Our Mission

To provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where adults with learning disabilities and/or autism can shine and develop life skills, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy a rich and fulfilling day-to-day experience.

At Norfolk Involve, our mission is to create a welcoming, inclusive, and empowering environment where adults with learning disabilities and/or autism can thrive. We are dedicated to promoting independence, building confidence, and growing individual strengths through meaningful activities, personalised support, and community engagement.

We believe in the value of every person and strive to ensure that all who attend our centre feel respected, heard, and supported. Through collaboration with families, carers, and local partners, we aim to enrich lives, foster friendships, and open up opportunities for lifelong learning and personal growth. Together, we are building a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves and to live life to the full.

Our Vision

A community where every adult, regardless of ability, is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to lead a purposeful and joyful life.

Our Values

1

Respect 

We honour the individuality of every person and celebrate their unique strengths.

2

Empowerment

We support individuals to make choices, gain independence, and achieve their personal goals.

3

Compassion

We provide care with
kindness, patience, and understanding.

4

Inclusion

We promote a sense of belonging and actively encourage participation in the wider community.

5

Collaboration

We work closely with families, carers, and professionals to ensure holistic, consistent support.

Meet Our Team

 At Norfolk Involve Day Centre, our team is the heart of everything we do. Each member brings compassion, experience, and dedication to supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. We believe in building strong, trusting relationships with the individuals we support and their families, creating a safe and nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.
 

Our dedicated team is made up of experienced support workers, activity coordinators, and caring professionals who are passionate about making a positive difference. All staff are fully trained, enhanced DBS-checked, and committed to ongoing professional development to ensure the highest standards of care and support.

Our Leadership Team

With over 40 years of experience in Leisure Centre Management. Being a Welfare Officer and Health & Safety Advisor.  Tony leads his team with passion and purpose. He is committed to person-centred care, providing a unique quality provision to the Service Users, he works closely with families and professionals to ensure the highest standards of support and care is and are provided.
Tony Lawrence – Director

Heather plays a vital role in empowering individuals with Learning disabilities and/or Autism to lead fulfilling lives. Over the years, she has introduced a diverse range of engaging activities, including English Literature sessions where Service Users explored thrilling, adventurous stories brimming with wonder and excitement. These thought-provoking discussions encouraged deeper analysis and sparked imagination. Heather also guides Service User through captivating mysteries – whether delving into the enigmatic depths of our Oceans, or solving the clever puzzles she curated for the Mystery Games – fostering curiosity, creativity and joy.

Heather also spends time interacting with parents, carers and social workers – ensuring Care/Support plans are produced for the benefit of the ‘Service User’. Along with this, Heather plays a key role in mentoring a team of Support Workers, giving guidance, training and advice as to maintain a high standard of service is maintained and promoted.

“I’ve loved working with the Service users over the years, and I look forward to learning and growing with them in the years to come” – Heather

Heather – Senior Support Worker

Our Support Team

Phoebe is passionate about inclusion and communication. Her ‘Green fingers’ expertise is passed onto the Service User in ‘Nature and Gardening’, where the group take time and care for nurturing plants  whilst researching and gaining an understanding and a healthy respect for Mother nature. Phoebe also chairs the Coffee, Chat and Creative writing sessions where Service Users regularly enjoy devoting time expressing their ideas for the next New York Times Best Seller!
“It’s just wonderful bringing a smile to the Service Users face, they truly blossom themselves as they see the flowers bud and they make up the ending of the next story” – Phoebe
Phoebe – Support Worker
Tega takes the Service User on a tour of the world, whether that’s the world of today in our ‘Globetrotter’ activity class – where Service Users get to learn about the life and cultures of different countries or exploring life through time and history. Tega’s classes are very popular with the Service User, they look forward to discussing the ways of life around the World,now and the past. Tega also provides the Service User with the opportunity to express themselves with team building and physical skills exercises, with in house tournaments such as, a dance off on the Wii, maybe a Pool match or a relaxing game of Boccia.
“It’s great seeing the positive energy and the team building initiatives from the Service Users, they have such great passion for their activities, I’m honoured to be part of that” – Tega

Ogehenetega – Support Worker

To compliment our team, Ephraim is vibrant, enthusiastic and full of new ideas. Ephraim is quickly settling into life at Norfolk Involve. Taking over Science, Ephraim’s pictorial explanation of the solar system makes the Service User look to the stars in amazement. 

Talking of stars, Ephraim’s takes the lead in the Karaoke sessions. 
Service Users get their singing voices out and grow in confidence as they sing their favourite tune – watch out BGT!

“I love seeing and hearing at the end of the day on how the Service User has enjoyed themselves, it makes my job so worthwhile and fulfilling” – Ephraim

Ephraim – Support Worker