NEWCIS through their Time for Me project aims to support carers of all ages through a range of options to take a bespoke break which matches their needs and helps them to sustain their caring role. Microgrants are available to enable a carer to take a break for a few hours at the cinema or out for a meal. Longer three day breaks away at a holiday home of their choice is also available, with access to respite. Carers can have a break on their own or with the person in receipt of care or other family members, to improve their health and wellbeing. Young carers can access Microgrants and residentials with their peers.
*Young carers in Flintshire only.
Subject to availability. Eligibility criteria applies and is based on individual circumstances.
To find out more or to apply for this break, please speak to NEWCIS directly.
Website:
www.newcis.org.uk
Phone:
01352 752525
NEWCIS (North East Wales Carers Information Service) provide a lifeline to carers of all ages and backgrounds and offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs.
The organisations services include information about financial support, an award-winning respite scheme, What Matters Conversations (carer needs assessments), counselling, training courses, events, peer support groups, GP and hospital support and much more. They are a network partner of the Carers Trust, the major national charity offering practical and emotional help to carers.
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