HOUSEKEEPING UNIT
Service Users can develop basic menu planning and cooking skills in our on-site kitchen. Here they can plan and prepare lunch for everyone in the centre.
This involves budgeting and shopping for the ingredients, and developing organisational and time management skills. Staff also work on a one-to-one basis with Service Users where this is appropriate to facilitate and motivate in the preparation of balanced meals. We sometimes offer training in food hygiene and nutrition. Staff and Service Users take joint responsibility for upholding high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the centre.

Refreshments are provided throughout the day, from a snack bar, which is run by Service Users, who are responsible for managing the stock and finances.

ADMINISTRATION UNIT
Service Users are encouraged to develop their skills and confidence in administration through improving communication, tasks include working proficiently in the Reception area. This would involve tasks such as answering the telephone, taking messages, greeting visitors, receiving and recording in-coming mail, etc.

The unit also offers training and support in typing, photocopying, sending faxes, and compiling, collating and distributing weekly and monthly newsletters.

Other tasks include collating and inputting statistical information into a database, as well as reconciling the petty cash for the centre and Community Support..

EMPLOYMENT
Aspirations offers support to Service Users who express an interest in employment . This includes help with compiling an up-to-date CV, work experience placement, job placements with local employers, help with job searching and in-work support.

The weekly Job Club has been set up to help with all aspects of pre-employment and in-work support. Staff support Service Users with their employment objectives and develop quality and sustainable job opportunities in the local community.

In addition, we have a Vocational Group (when there is sufficient interest), which meets on a weekly basis to follow a programme covering all aspects of finding and securing the ideal job for you, including some confidence building and self awareness.

Aspirations has developed a partnership with the Shaw Trust to work with us supporting Service Users to achieve their full employment potential through the Workstep Programme.

Workstep is a government-funded programme designed to support Service Users to find and sustain quality employment. Service Users who access this option will have access to additional training, job vacancies and in-work supports, as well as the usual employment supports provided by Aspirations.

We can also support Service Users to find voluntary work. This can be very rewarding.Volunteering can help to develop interests and make new friends.You can have the chance to learn new skills and gain vital experience.

EDUCATION
An IT tutor from Brooklands Adult Education College provides training in our on-site IT training, in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Publisher, etc.All training is accredited and trainees receive certificates of achievement. Trainees are encouraged to progress into mainstream training within the college environment when they are ready to do this.

In addition to formal tutorials, we offer hands-on support and encouragement to service users to use IT, e.g. in the writing of articles for our newsletters, typing letters to employers and colleges, and updating notices within the centre.
We have strong links with local colleges and regularly update our resources to ensure we have current information on hand.
We offer Service Users the opportunity to attend an in-house accredited basic food hygiene course. Individuals are encouraged to learn basic menu planning and cooking skills in our on-site kitchen.
Courses may include Smoking Cessation, Grooming and Self-Confidence Building and Raising Self-Esteem.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT
MEETING POINT
This Service User-led group meets on Tuesdays to engage in group activities which may include scrabble, table tennis, pool, etc. Service Users benefit from this supportive and encouraging environment to socialise and form community links. Staff are in attendance. The group sets menus and volunteers prepare lunch.
The group meets in the church hall of St Peter and St John Church Hall on the Old Dean Estate, Camberley from 10.00am to 2.00pm.

RAMBLING GROUP
The group meets on Wednesdays and welcomes Service Users who would benefit from exercise, socialising with other Members and enjoying the local countryside.
The group meets at 11.00am at Aspirations. A privately hired minibus provides transport to rambling venues.The group divides into two sub-groups: one for the more energetic, one for those who prefer a slower pace. An optional picnic lunch is provided for £1.50.

SPORTS AND FITNESS
The Community Support Worker (CSW) supports Service Users on a one-to-one basis to develop a programme of exercise and/or sporting activities, e.g. swimming, cycling, gym, etc.

Where appropriate we will enlist the help of local sports and leisure organisations. We have a good working relationship with the local sports centre (the Arena) who will also support Service Users to access its facilities independently.

There is a gym group for Service Users at the Arena, see opening hours below.

There is a sports group (badminton or table tennis) for Service Users at the Arena, see opening hours below.

Service Users can go swimming at the Arena at the times shown below. The cost is refunded by Aspirations (approx. £1.25).

OUTREACH
Our Community Support Worker (CSW) provides one-to-one support in their community to maintain independent living skills. This may include accessing shops, health services, housing, libraries, etc. This service is provided on a needs-led basis.

OPENING HOURS
CENTRE OPENING HOURS
Monday
9.30am to 4.00pm
Wednesday
9.30am to 4.00pm
Friday
9.30am to 3.30pm

MEETING POINT
Tuesday
10.00am to 2.00pm

GYM AT THE ARENA
Tuesday
3.00pm

OUTREACH
Offering individual support as required.

RAMBLING GROUP
Wednesday
11.00am to 1.30pm

SPORTS GROUP
Thursday
11.00am to 12.30pm

SWIMMING AT THE ARENA
Thursday
2.00pm to 3.00pm

JOB CLUB
Friday
2.00pm