Hft entered into a partnership with Flintshire county council at the end of 2017, to deliver and develop Day and Work opportunities for adults with a learning disability.
The service provides support to individuals with a range of needs and aspirations, and comprises of three delivery models known collectively as Day Opportunities:
Day Services – this is a day care service based at Hwb Cyfle for individuals with multiple and profound disabilities.
Work Opportunities – Five small business models offering supported work opportunities and skills development;
Abbey Metal – Metal and Iron based contract work for local companies -gates, railings, balconies, bespoke ironwork, assembly of small components, repairs for general public.
Castle Connections – Assembly and packing service to local companies –electrical parts components, car servicing packs; some arts and crafts and group activities.
Tri Ffordd – Seasonal plants, hanging baskets, garlands, Logs and firewood. Grounds Maintenance contracts, Crafts and IT Training.
Estuary Crafts / Crefftau – Sewing and needlework making soft furnishings –knitted items, cushion covers, quilts, throws; All items sold in Crefftau Cariad high street shop in Flint –some to customer order.
Rowleys Pantry and Freshfields Café – café providing eat in and take away service.
Work Options – Job finding, coaching and support service for work placements in local businesses and organisations.
Key Staff
Regional Manager
Jordan Smith
Operations Manager
Shaun Randall
Welsh language resources
Please download the resources below to find out more about the services we offer at Hft Flintshire.
