Young Carers
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Our Young Carers regularly meet at Images, Canvey Island Town Centre and have the opportunity to undertake lots of fun activities and outings!
The Young Carers are given the opportunity to take part in a forum to suggest the activities they would most like to do!
Please note that from 15th May 2012 ALL young carers sessions will now be on a Tuesday 5.30 to 7.30
Its National Sandwich Week 14th -19th May - This week our young carers and resource centre will be celebrating 250 years of the sandwich by trying different breads and fillings!
There will be special celebrations for the Queen's Jubilee coming soon!
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Our scheme supports children aged 8 to 18 who care for a relative with a physical learning or learning disability, mental health problem, long term illness, drug/alcohol misuse or domestic violence. The person they care for may be a parent or brother or sister. They may have help with their caring role from another family member or they may be the sole carer. With regard to caring for someone with a mental health problem it can be the impact this has on a child's life. We run drop in sessions which provide young carers with a break from their caring and give them the opportunity to meet other young carers. We provide fun and educational activities, trips out and advice and information. We can access the Young Carer Direct Support Fund for respite breaks or personal development opportunities for example school holidays, musical instruments, sports equipment. |
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For further information please contact Marion Horsley
Development Manager 01268 881130.
