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Kids Reconnect and Thrive
PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project ensures disabled young people and their families can reconnect with each other, their community and local services. A breakdown of access to services and the support network has led to an insular and isolated existence for families. The project will be a family led programme of support for each member and family as a whole. We will work directly with parents, siblings and the child with disabilities so there is a shift from crisis management towards one of happy family experiences.

Beneficiaries

  • People with Disabilities

    Every child should receive support to prepare for the rest of their life. Families with disabled children can face a demoralising battle to access support. The project will help families post lockdown to engage locally and access the tools they need.

  • Number of beneficiaries - 50

    We expect to support 50 families.

Geographic reach

  • England: West Midlands
BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

50

We expect to support 50 families over the course of a year.

SIZE OF PROJECT PER ANNUM

£81,300.00

TIMELINE

Jan 2022 Onwards

Project Outcome Targets

To help disabled children and their families recover from the devastation of the pandemic.

To help disabled children and their families to reconnect with their local support networks.

To provide a long-term recovery focussed service.

Project Activities

  • In home support for play and parenting skills.

  • One to one wellbeing support for parents, including mindfulness exercises and relaxation sessions.

  • Information and guidance on key parenting areas such as: routine, behaviour and sleep.

  • Support to contact and work with other professionals: e.g. schools, early years providers, SENCOs.

  • Trips for families to come together to build friendships and support networks with others.

Project Impact and Partners
IMPACT REPORTING

Bi-annually

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UN SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being UN SDG 4: Quality Education UN SDG 10: Reduced Inequality UN SDG 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
How we monitor the quality and results of our work

Through baseline assessment, post support evaluation 3 months later and feedback from families.

WHO IS ALREADY FUNDING THE PROJECT?

The National Lottery Community Fund

Secured £68,145 from COVID-19 Emergency Fund for 6 months work in the West Midlands.