by Julie Watson | Oct 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
At JIGSAW Thornbury, we believe that wellbeing grows best when we do it together. That’s why every month we run Project 5 Growing Empowerment Together. Inspired by Mind’s ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ (Connect, Be Active, Keep Learning, Take Notice, and...
by Julie Watson | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
This summer was one to remember! Over six weeks, JIGSAW Thornbury hosted 20 holiday events designed for children and young people with additional needs, and their families – from babies right through to young adults up to 25 years old. Our aim was to create...
by Julie Watson | Aug 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’re proud to announce that JIGSAW Thornbury is now a Disability Confident level 2 employer! We have been working towards our Disability Confident Employer Level 2 status over the last 6 months and are delighted to now be recognised with the award. “It has...
by Julie Watson | Jul 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
As we look back over the year from April 2024 to March 2025, we are filled with gratitude and pride. At JIGSAW Thornbury, our mission to support children and young people with additional needs or disabilities, and their families, has never felt more vital. Thanks to...
by Julie Watson | May 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
On Saturday 3rd May, we hosted another Community Dog Show where the Thornbury community came together for a fantastic day of four-legged fun. The show was proudly led by the charity’s incredible young volunteers, a true example of a team! The day kicked off with a...
by Julie Watson | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Over 30 families joined us on Saturday 29th March, with a few more taking part afterwards over the Easter holidays, turning our local landscape into a trail of smiles and shared adventure. The café offering hot waffles and drinks, was buzzing with activity, full of...
by Julie Watson | Mar 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
Everyone at JIGSAW Thornbury is delighted to have been chosen as winners at the Thornbury Mayor Awards 2025, organised by Thornbury Town Council. At a special awards evening at Thornbury Castle some of our staff team and Grace, one of our young volunteers, were...
by Julie Watson | Feb 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Changes are happening to the JIGSAW SENsory Lending Library from 1 March 2025. These changes will enable us to try some new approaches to expand the use of more than 500 items in our library, ranging from toys to disability aids to books. We have a particular focus...
by Julie Watson | Feb 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Forget about the fast lane. If you really want to fly, just harness your power to your passion – Oprah Winfrey That is certainly what JIGSAW’s Chief Executive Officer, Hattie Clayton, has been doing. Hattie is doing all she can to make sure JIGSAW flies as the...
by Julie Watson | Jan 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Thanks to support from the community and volunteering by our young members, we raised £4,034.31 towards our life changing impact through fundraising events in 2024. This year, we need to raise more funds to keep up with the increasing need for our services. 138...
