What we offer at Lifelong Ability North East (LANE) is an opportunity to develop their abilities in independence, employability and social skills by undertaking a meaningful learning journey reflecting personal goals. We empower our clients to reach their full potential.
More on What We Offer
At Lifelong Ability North East (LANE), we operate with a deeply rooted person-centred approach to client support and skill development. This core principle serves as a golden thread running through everything we do.
Our commitment is to foster each client’s growth and well-being by equipping them with skills that naturally bridge the gap between our programmes and everyday life. Every activity at LANE is thoughtfully designed to highlight the real-world relevance of the skills our clients develop. We believe that a skill holds true value only when it can be meaningfully applied beyond the learning environment.
For this reason, we take intentional steps to demonstrate how the skills gained within our programmes can be integrated into daily routines and practical situations. This ensures that learning is both purposeful and applicable, strengthening the long-term impact of each client’s development.
Our ultimate aim is to provide experiences that are not only enriching and enjoyable but also firmly grounded in skill-building. We recognise that genuine engagement inspires growth, and by creating an environment where clients feel fulfilled and motivated, we encourage deeper commitment to their personal development.
At LANE, we strive to empower our clients with transferable skills that extend far beyond our programmes—enhancing their independence, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Contact Me
Email me at
daniel.wilson@lanecharity.org
Daniel Wilson – CEO
Although we are a newly established service provider, our team brings extensive experience and a strong commitment to supporting your well being. At LANE, we take pride in offering an optimistic, person centred day service that encourages clients to become the best versions of themselves. We believe in working collaboratively with clients and their families to ensure the highest standard of care.
Our mission is to empower every client with the skills, confidence, and guidance needed to achieve their individual goals and aspirations whether large or small.
If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to reach out. I am here to support you in any way I can.
Common questions
Transitions
We will work alongside the client and their family as well as the professionals involved in the current care package to help develop an effective transition plan for the client. This will include but is not limited to:
- Visits to their current provision/home
- Visits to our provision
- Introduction to core staff teams
- and everything in between.
What we do?
We offer a provision with bespoke packages which are designed around the clients need. We offer our clients the opportunity to develop their work skills, independence skills and social/communication skills through a vast range of activities including sensory activities, cooking, podcasting, music tech and music making, health and wellbeing and so much more.
On our social program, we incorporate all of these skills into community outings. Whilst in the community we will examine the skills developed in LANE in a real-world environment, for example using money, communication skills and independent travel, where appropriate.
Where are we based?
We are based on Portugal Place in Wallsend.
How big is the building?
We have 8,500 square feet of space dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with physical and learning disabilities.
Our 2,700 square feet building will be open in 2027 and will focus on chair users. It’s literally across the road from our main building.
Capacity across both buildings will be around 100 Clients
How many people can we cater for?
We have the capacity within our building to have up to 65 people at one time.
Our new building will bring a further 35 places.
Not all clients attend every day and we have a clear goal to take clients where possible into the surrounding areas for learning and integration.
Safeguarding
We have two DSL’s and 4 staff trained in Mental Health First Aid. We have a great Safeguarding Policy which is checked yearly and updated as necessary. We work alongside North Tyneside Council to identify any changes necessary.
As well as this we incorporate Internet safety and Safeguarding into our clients’ week by doing things such as online safety awareness and working alongside the local police force in order to develop an understanding of keeping yourself safe in a public setting, at home and online. Safety is our number one priority.
On Camera
We dont monitor cameras constantly but the whole building has a comprehensive CCTV system that records nearly every point except where discretion is expected. This helps both client and staff safety and gives evidence of the care we give to anyone who wishes to view and indeed has the right to view footage if required.