Social care Charities That specialise in Respite

The charity seeks to help those in need of convalescence, for whatever reason, who cannot afford the total cost of such convalescence. 1) Persons recovering from sickness, medical or surgical treatment. 2) Such persons who are in a weak state of health and require a change of air, or require respite care.

Evie's Night Owls' purpose is to facilitate access to funding for families with dependents who have life-limiting or terminal illnesses or conditions, enabling them to access overnight respite care in their own homes.

Provided respite convalescent holidays for those in need, also helping bring up to date issues of concern to our members.

The '4 Cancer Group' charity provides a wide range of respite opportunities for families living in the UK who have been severely affected by cancer. From family days out to longer respite breaks in the UK and abroad, we give families living with cancer something to look forward to. Our respite programmes give families the chance to spend quality time together whilst providing valuable memories.

The charity aims are to provide holidays and social events for disabled and disadvantaged children, and provide support through respite for their parents and carers. The group is totally voluntary run and provides for children :1. who need the opportunity to share social experiences2. who would not otherwise have a holiday3. who's parents need a rest from caring for them through the year

Gwent Parent Carer Network supports parent carers across the Gwent region of South Wales. We provide online support services through peer-to-peer mediated activities, face-to-face respite workshops and family activities and events throughout the year. We also work in partnership with other third sector and statutory organisations, signposting parent carers to their services.

We aim to remove physical or financial barriers preventing access to theatre. Specialising in interactive family musicals we place children with or without disabilities at the heart of our work. We run a fully inclusive theatre skills club, engaging children with disabilities or from a disadvantaged background. We offer respite for parents/carers, and work opportunities for underrepresented groups

Working to support the wellbeing of individuals suffering depression or anxiety or recovering from physical illness, carers who need respite, those who need support towards confidence, self esteem, time away from pressures, development of vocational skills and any other person who might benefit from horticultural therapy.A safe, empathic, calm, nurturing, enjoyable and empowering environment

The care and support of children and adults with a learning disability - and support for their parents and other carers :- seven o'clock social club for adults age 15 and over, Summer holiday programme for about 90 children and adults - also giving a week's respite to carers.

A weekly social club, providing a warm, caring atmosphere for the elderly, and those with early dementia; where they are stimulated by games, exercise and entertainment.It also gives respite to their carers two days a week.

The provision of respite care breaks for people with disabilities.

Environmental protection and enhancementEducation in traditional crafts, arts, sustainable living, natural sciences and heritagePromotion of the artsRelief of suffering by inclusion of marginalised people in communal life and work and by providing a place of temporary refuge or respite

To provide holidays, respite care, amenities or equipment to those suffering from cancer or other disease, injuries, infirmities, or disabilities of a life threatening or otherwise debilitating or incapacitating nature affecting their quality of life.

The Charity provides help to the sick or disabled who are in financial need. Grants may be made to purchase among other items, equipment, special clothing, help with energy bills and respite care. Support is also given to the Community Nurses by providing help with training courses, books and special equipment not normally funded by the NHS.

To operate for the benefit of Chipping Barnet. To provide a club-like atmosphere. To provide information and advice. Allow some respite to carers.Information and adviceExercise classesIntergenerational activityshoppingTransport to day Centreby day centre's busCoffee, lunch and tea.

Day Centre for people in the local area suffering from Dementia/Alzheimer's so giving their families/carer much needed respite.

The Norfolk Constabulary Benevolent Fund was established to assist in needy cases of members, former members, their widows, orphans or dependants. It does this by paying grants and interest free loans where necessary and by the provision of holiday homes for rest and recuperation and for respite or convalescence.

Families United Warrington is for families with children and young people that have special educational needs and disabilities. The charity offers social opportunities for the whole family to participate in adaptive inclusive outings and activities, monthly FUN Club, monthly family respite, weekly sport/swim sessions and parents support meetings.

Provision of respite day care for elderly people in a safe and friendly environment and relief for their carers. Activities are designed to provide stimulus and enjoyment for the clients.

The UKs only childhood cancer charity dedicated to raising awareness of germ cell cancer in children alongside providing mental health and emotional support to families affected by childhood cancer, childhood cancer awareness campaigns, changing diagnosis times, supporting further treatment options and providing acts of joy and respite to children and their families affected by childhood cancer.

To relieve the needs of children and young people who are terminally ill or sick and their families, or children and young people who are suffering as a result of a bereavement of a parent in the UK, by the provision of or assistance with the provision of in particular but not exclusively goods, items, services and respite holidays and short breaks.

Engage, a rural charity in Wealden, provides socialisation opportunities for older vulnerable people at the TN22 club and dementia activities and carers' respite at the TN22 Plus club. Engage promotes social inclusion, health and wellbeing through the provision of lunch clubs, therapeutic activities and outings. Staff and volunteers are committed to combating loneliness and social isolation.

Pear Tree Holiday Club provides childcare and respite for children of all abilities aged 3-16. Approximately one third of children attending the Holiday Club have learning difficulties and disabilities.

The Charity acts as an alternative learning resource providing a service to young people who are referred by local schools as these young people have been excluded from mainstream education and are given respite education and specialist activities as a platform to re-engage and re-enthuse them. An evening Youth club is run for local young people. There are activities for Elderly Disabled People.

A childhood cancer charity providing a holiday home for respite to families affected by childhood cancer. Research into cancers in children in particular high grade brain tumours which are under researched and have low survival rates, in some cases terminal at diagnosis. Raising awareness of childhood cancers and providing educational support to children and general support to the families.