A safe place where members go to be who they are

Meet our members

Our members are warm and compassionate adults with a range of learning difficulties and neurodiversity.

Key to joy offer them belonging, safety and friendship. Here’s your chance to get to know some of our them . . .

  • Lyndsey

    Hi, I am Lyndsey and I am a member of Key to joy.  I was only in my 30's when I was diagnosed with autism.  I've struggled with my mental health for most of my life.  I live in Fareham and I try to attend three days a week.

    Attending has been really good and I've found out that I really love archery.  I am very happy because I have passed the Archery Beginners Course.

    I've been coming to Key to joy as often as possible for quite a while now and I really enjoy it and have fun.  It is like having extra members of my family.

  • Jake

    My name is Jake.

    I have been attending Key to joy for around a year and a half now.

    I really like archery and playing table tennis.

    I like meeting other people my own age.

    It is much better than just staying home.

  • Emma

    Hi my names Emma. I enjoy coming to Key to Joy to socialise and engage in fun activities.

  • Michael

    I'm Michael and I'm one of the older members of Key to joy.

    I like meeting and chatting with other members.

    I am keen to help with the garden.

    I've tried archery but I like the dart archery best.

    I help setting up the gardening sessions and putting up the gazebos when we need them.

  • Karen

    I’m Karen and I am one member that has been coming the longest as my brother originally set this club up. I really like coming to Key to Joy twice a week as I get to spend time with my friends.

  • Shelley

    I come once a week and love coming here to see my friends.

Become a member

Our membership is growing quickly, and we’re pleased to say that we still have spaces available. We can welcome new members on selected days, as well as at our offsite events. If you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you.

There are also many other ways to get involved and support our work. You can attend one of our events, volunteer your time, or even run an activity for our members. Whatever your skills or interests, your involvement makes a real difference.

If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please reach out using the form below.

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