Noa's Place

You don't have to figure this out alone

Tools, guidance and community for neurodivergent and disabled families

Our funders

Calderdale Community FoundationNeighbourhood TrustThe National Lottery Community Fund

How it began

Noa's Place was established in 2025 by founder and Dad to Noa, Josh Barnes. Through his journey with Noa, Noa's Place was born.

About Noa's Place
A Noa's Place team member supporting a child during sensory play

Donate

Support a SEND family today

Your donation helps families feel supported, seen and valued.

Give to Noa's Place to fund the tools, sessions and support we provide for neurodivergent families every day.

Other ways to donate

Sensory sessions, community gatherings and family-friendly activities across Halifax and West Yorkshire.

Our long-term vision

Building towards the Noa's Place Hub

We are working towards a dedicated sensory-aware community hub in Halifax. Families are already shaping it through co-design, and our tools and sessions are here while we grow.

  • Registered charity with trustees and governance in place
  • 2,000+ families connected through our digital community
  • Tools and pilot sessions running today
Concept art of the inclusive indoor playground at the future Noa's Place Hub

Concept design: an inclusive indoor playground as part of our future Hub

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Join our community of families

Whether you need a tool today, want to read a story from someone who gets it, or book a free session, we are here for you. And if you can, your support helps us reach more families.