The Pod was set up in 2013 by parents of children with additional needs and became a CIO – Registered Charity in March 2015.  The Pod continues to be a user led charity and we ask that anyone who wishes to access Pod services supports our work and becomes a member. (Members must be aged 18+)

It is important that we have the support of Parent Carers ‘Members’ if we are to maintain the services run by Pod however membership is also open to people in the community who wish to stay connected to activities and support our work. 

Becoming a member enables Pod to provide reduced cost to families for weekly sessions, you will also;

• Enjoy Priority booking and reduced priced activities – there are 2 prices for additional activities (for example; a holiday activity session ‘may’ cost £10 for members, non-members may pay £15)
• Have a say in how the Pod develops, support the charities activities and vote on decisions.

Family membership runs from September until August, the membership fee will be £15.  Family membership includes all children in the home who are aged 17 and under.

Membership for anyone aged 18+ is £12 annually.

We have amazing trustees who are all passionate about The Pod and ensuring its success. The trustees all bring to the table a different set of skills and experience that ensures the Pod is as strong as it can possibly be.  Trustees meet quarterly.  Depending on their area of responsibility additional meetings take place between trustees and the Charity Manager at regular intervals

We are fortunate to have professional trustees, some of whom are also parent carers themselves, with an understanding of the challenges the Pod community faces.  The trustees are local and understand the area and its characteristics.

If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a trustee please use the contact form.