Elsie Normington Foundation

10/04/2026

We've added more tickets for the Wednesday Open Day!

If you're a care professional, health provider, or work with ASN services, this is your chance to visit the Haven Centre, meet the team, and ask questions specific to how we can support your work or the people you support.

These open days are a valuable opportunity to explore the space, get more information, and see firsthand how the centre can serve you, your clients, or your family. 💬

Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. Quiet visits can also be arranged if this would be helpful. 🌿

We’d love you to come along, ask questions, and share your thoughts to help us shape what comes next.

Book your slot today: https://enfoundation.co.uk/events/

09/04/2026

We’re hosting a series of Haven Centre Open Days over the coming weeks, giving families, young people and professionals the chance to visit the space, meet the team and find out how the centre can be used now and in the future.

Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. Quiet visits can also be arranged if this would be helpful.

If you feel the Haven could support you, your child, your family or the people you work with, we’d love you to come along, ask questions and help shape what comes next.

Find out more and book your slot here:

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08/04/2026

Sometimes the most valuable support comes from simply bringing people together. 🩷

The Haven Play Centre can be hired for parent-led meet-ups, support groups or individual sessions where a child with complex health or disability needs may benefit from having a safe, supportive space to play.

It’s a relaxed, secure environment where children can explore at their own pace while families connect, share experiences and spend time together.

If you’re thinking about organising something for your group, or need space for an individual session, we’d be very happy to chat it through.

📧 info@enfoundation.co.uk
📞 07561 858301

02/04/2026

One of the hopes behind the Haven Play Centre has always been to create a space where organisations, families and services can come together.

✨A place where children can play.
✨Where families can connect.
✨And where support is easier to access.

That’s why we believe the next step for the Play Centre is about building on what already exists, welcoming more groups and activities while continuing the story that has already begun here.

Because the stronger the network of support for families, the better it is for everyone.🌼

To find out more, please visit our website: https://enfoundation.co.uk/an-update-for-families-about-the-haven-centre/

Or get in touch at:
📧 info@enfoundation.co.uk
📞 07561 858301

31/03/2026

We’re opening the doors at the Haven Centre. 🌼

Over the next few weeks we’re running a series of Open Days for families, young people and professionals to come in, see the space, meet the team and learn more about what the centre offers.

Booking is required for all sessions. 🗓️

Can’t make the open days or based outside Inverness? We’d still love to hear from you.
The Haven Centre is designed to support families from across the North and West of Scotland, so your views really matter.

📧 info@enfoundation.co.uk | 📞 07511 808085

For more information on how to book, visit: https://enfoundation.co.uk/haven-centre-open-days-inverness/

30/03/2026

A good café is about more than coffee. It’s about feeling welcome the moment you arrive. ☕

At the Haven Café, we’ve made sure the space is easy and comfortable for everyone to enjoy. With accessible parking, lowered pavements and plenty of room for wheelchairs inside the café, visiting us is designed to be as straightforward as possible for those with additional needs.

Whether you’re popping in for a cuppa, meeting friends or taking a quiet moment during a visit to the Haven Play centre, our café offers a relaxed and welcoming place to sit, chat and recharge. Because everyone deserves a space where they can feel comfortable, included and part of the community.

Pop in and see us soon. 💛

26/03/2026

For many families caring for a child with complex needs, even finding the right place for a short break can feel overwhelming.

That’s exactly why the Haven Suites exist 🫶

Here at the Haven Centre in Inverness, we offer three thoughtfully designed suites where families can stay, rest and spend time together in a space built with accessibility and understanding at its heart.

From specialist equipment to the small comforts that make somewhere feel more like home, every detail has been considered.

If you think the Haven Suites could support your family, please get in touch.
A simple conversation is always the best place to start.

📧 info@enfoundation.co.uk
📞 07561 858301
https://enfoundation.co.uk/haven-suites/

25/03/2026

The Haven Hub drop-in is taking a wee pause...please note there'll be NO drop-in on Thursday 26 March. We'll be back together in April and look forward to seeing folks then. Elsie Normington Foundation Snap Inverness Connecting Carers

24/03/2026

When we talk about making support around families stronger, what does that actually mean?

It means:
✨More services working together.
✨More sessions happening in the space.
✨More opportunities for families to connect and find support.

If you’re interested in using the Play Centre, get in touch today and let’s explore what comes next. We’d love to hear your ideas.

📧 info@enfoundation.co.uk
📞 07561 858301

To find out more, please do visit our website: https://enfoundation.co.uk/haven-playcentre/

18/03/2026

We’re hiring at The Haven Centre 💛

The Elsie Normington Foundation is currently looking for two new team members to join us as we continue to grow the services offered through the Haven Centre in Inverness.

We are recruiting for:

Facilities Coordinator
A practical, hands-on part-time role helping to keep the Haven Centre safe, welcoming, secure and ready for the many children, families and organisations who use the space each week.

Grants & Administration Officer
A key behind-the-scenes role supporting the charity through grant funding, finance and administration, working closely with the CEO.
If you are organised, supportive, proactive, and would love to be part of something meaningful, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and covering letter to Rona Matheson at rona.matheson@enfoundation.co.uk
Closing date: 27 March, 5pm

We’ll pop full job details and application links for both roles in the comments below.

And if you know someone who could be a great fit, please feel free to share this post with them.

13/03/2026

✨ Celebrating the Women of Inverness ✨

We are incredibly proud to announce that Elsie has been selected as one of the inspiring women featured in the latest exhibition at the UHI Inverness! Elsie has done so much for our community, impacting the lives of countless people through her dedication, kindness, and unwavering support for those around her.

This exhibition, captured by renowned photographer Jenny Matthews, showcases the strength and resilience of women who are shaping the future of Inverness. Elsie’s portrait stands as a testament to her hard work and commitment to making a difference.

Elsie shared how honoured she feels to be a part of this project:

"I’m really humbled to have been asked to be part of this exhibition. It’s a beautiful reminder of how important community is, and I hope my story inspires others to get involved and make a positive change too."

For more on this special project, including Elsie's journey, read our full story on our news section.

26/02/2026

A New Chapter for the Haven Playcentre 🩷

Since opening in 2023, The Haven Centre has become a trusted place for families across the Highlands, built to provide specialist facilities close to home for children and young people with additional support needs.

From April 2026, we’ll be opening access more widely under a shared, community-focused approach. This means more care providers, more charities and more parent-led groups will be able to enquire about using the Playcentre for day services, play sessions, parties and community activities.

However, in recognition of our long-standing relationship with SNAP, we will continue to offer priority bookings at a reduced rate, and remain open to working alongside them as we move forward.

This is not about reducing access, it’s about widening it. Creating space for more services to work side by side, and opening doors for more Highland families.

For more information check out our website, or please email:
📧 info@enfoundation.co.uk
🔗https://enfoundation.co.uk/an-update-for-families-about-the-haven-centre-and-snap/

The Haven was built for our community, and we’re excited for what comes next.