City council appeals for short break carers
08 Mar 2010
City Council’s Fostering Service have launched a campaign urging people in the city to “be the big difference” by supporting disabled children and their families needing a short break.
Short Breaks are the support service requested by families of disabled children. They are regular opportunities for families to have a break from caring while the child enjoys spending time with a short break carer. They provide opportunities for disabled children to make new friends; develop their independence and enjoy new activities.
A national survey by charity Shared Care Network has identified that the public’s awareness of short breaks is relatively low. Whereas most people would be prepared to foster a child, only few knew of the option to provide a care break for a disabled child and their family.
Councillor Ian Mitchell, cabinet member for children and young people’s services, said:
“We are hoping that this campaign results in many more short break carers coming forward to be a big difference in the life of a disabled child and their family.”
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