Family Link Short Breaks Scheme
Currently, the scheme is looking for people who can offer a few hours a week or fortnight, whether it’s an overnight stay or even a whole weekend, all on a regular basis. Full training is given and an allowance is paid for expenses
There are many children and young people with special needs who are living at home with their families. Many of which, would benefit enormously from a short break away from the family home and environment.
Call (01656) 815450
Give a little time .......................... Make a big difference
This scheme allows the child/young person a break from their families. The break can be flexible depending on the needs of the child. It can be for a few hours a week or fortnight, to an overnight stay or even a whole weekend. The short break carers provide these short breaks on a regular basis.
The break gives the child opportunities to widen their horizons, make new friends and enjoy different experiences. For the rest of the family, the break simply allows them to have a rest and perhaps get some shopping done or even go for a walk!
Just a little of your time could make a huge difference to the lives of local children and young people.
Bridgend Family Link Scheme - Disabled Children’s Team
Tel: 01656 815450
We need carers
Carers are extremely valuable to us. If you would like to make a real difference to the lives of disabled children and their families, why not become a short break carer.
We need all sorts of people. You could be:
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single, married or divorced |
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with or without children of your own |
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working, unemployed or retired |
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young or old |
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female or male |
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any ethnicity |
If you can offer:
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overnight stays |
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a few hours a week |
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a weekend a month |
we would love to hear from you.
Support for Carers
We can offer you:
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allowances/training leading to NVQ |
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your own support worker |
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established framework for mutual support |
FAQ’s
Do I need experience of caring for a child with a disability?
No, experience is not necessary. Training is provided for all short break carers within the family Link scheme.
Will I be paid?
Payments are made for the times that you look after the child
How many children will I support?
You will initially be matched with one child but as you become more experienced you could be linked with other children.
Will I give continued support?
Yes, support will be provided by the Family Link Scheme social worker.
If I am interested in becoming a short break carer with the Family Link Scheme what do I do?
Contact the Family Link Scheme social worker at the address below who will give you more detailed information to help you decide if the scheme is for you.
Think about it and contact us for more information:
Bridgend Family Link Short Breaks Scheme
Children with Disabilities Team
Bridgend County Borough Council
Glan Ogwr Offices
Glan Ogwr Road
Bridgend
CF31 3PF
Telephone: (01656) 815450
- Last Updated: 08/09/2011
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