Home from Home Scheme

Would you like to make a real difference to lives of disabled children and their families in Trafford?

Our Home from Home scheme needs people like you to spend time with disabled children, have fun and involve them in everyday activities in your home or in the community. The children are carefully matched with individuals or families who can meet their needs. The child then visits the same family or individual on a regular basis.

Who are the children?

Carers support children aged 0 to 18 years of age. The children have autism, learning or physical disabilities and need opportunities to have fun, meet new people, try new activities and gain independence. At the same time, their parents have a short break from caring, or time to spend with their other children.

Who can provide short break care?

We need all kinds of people. You may be single, have a partner, be young or older, working, retired or unemployed. We welcome carers from all cultural backgrounds and abilities. You do not need any experience or qualifications, just energy and commitment to support disabled children in your home or out in the community.

How much time will I need to devote?

Home from Home carers support children and young people in their spare time. Children and their families usually need support at weekends, in the evenings and during school holidays. You can offer as much support as you are able to, but we would ask that you are available at least once a month.

What support do Home from Home carers receive?

You will be paid an allowance to cover expenses and full training will be given. You will also receive ongoing support from the child's parents and from the Children with Disabilities Team. Criminal records bureau checks and other references are carried out.

Who to contact

Telephone
0161 912 2060 0161 912 2060
E-mail
Parent Organisation
Children in Care Service

Where to go

Name
Sale Waterside
Address
1, Waterside Plaza
Sale
Postcode
M33 7ZF
View M33 7ZF on a map

Who is it for?

Ages
  • From birth to 18 years old
Supporting People With
  • Learning disability
  • Autistic Spectrum
  • Physical impairment

Availability

Referral Required?
No

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