About SNAAP
{{ :hand2.jpg|}} SNAAP is unique: there are no other local organisations which provide the extensive range of services to children with every kind of disability, aged from 0-19 years, in partnership with parents. The focus of the services is upon all of the child's needs including educational, social, developmental and emotional. We focus upon the whole family and not just on the child with disabilities. The project was developed by Contact a Family in response to parents and carers feelings of isolation and frustration. A consultation funded by the Canterbury Children's Fund, highlighted a lack of support and information and also very little leisure opportunities for children with disabilities or special needs. As a needs-led organisation, SNAAP's services are developed to meet these needs. At the heart of SNAAP lies our fundamental belief in informed parental choice, empowering parents to access the very best services and support to ensure that their children achieve their goals in life. "Life is a fight, SNAAP takes away that fight" - Parent
SNAAP's Team Trustees
Marilyn Smalley
Chair

Vanessa Boukharouba
Vice Chair
Paula Richardson
Treasurer
Sarah Whitney
Lisa Whiteing

Our Management Committee consists of a balanced mix of parents of children with a range of disabilities and members of both the statutory and voluntary sectors with experience in health, social services and education.

New trustees are always welcome. If you are interested in finding out more please contact the Project Manager.

Project Manager
Carrie Wood
...provides support, information and advice to parents and carers and professionals who work with them. Carrie also develops new services for our families and can be contacted to discuss any concerns, fundraising ideas or services you would like to see.

Leisure Development Co-ordinator
Natalie Simmons

... is responsible for running the clubs, some of the school holiday activities and co-ordinating the volunteers.




Leisure Events Co-ordinator
Hester Hathaway
...is responsible for organising school holiday activities including fun sessions, taster sessions and days out.




Early Years Co-ordinator
Angela Ralph
...is responsible for running our 2 preschool groups.