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Side by Side - Family Based Short Break Care<br />
WHY?<br />
Everyone needs a break from time to time. Caring <strong>for</strong> a child or young person who is<br />
disabled can bring additional pressures <strong>and</strong> responsibilities, which can have an effect on all<br />
members <strong>of</strong> the family.<br />
Side by Side is a family based Short Break Care Scheme <strong>for</strong> <strong>Children</strong> <strong>and</strong> young people<br />
who are disabled. The Scheme in <strong>Dundee</strong> is run in partnership <strong>with</strong> <strong>Dundee</strong> <strong>City</strong> Council.<br />
In <strong>Dundee</strong> any child or young person who is significantly learning disabled will be<br />
considered.<br />
WHAT?<br />
The Schemes aim to provide meaningful short breaks <strong>for</strong> children <strong>and</strong> young people who are<br />
disabled <strong>and</strong> those who care <strong>for</strong> them on a permanent basis. It provides the opportunity <strong>for</strong><br />
children <strong>and</strong> young people to broaden their horizons, giving them new <strong>and</strong> different<br />
experiences, whilst giving their permanent carers a break too.<br />
WHO?<br />
Short break carers are recruited from a wide variety <strong>of</strong> backgrounds <strong>and</strong> will reflect a range<br />
<strong>of</strong> skills <strong>and</strong> interests. They may be married or single, unemployed or in full or part time<br />
employment, they may have their own children who are still at home or older children who<br />
are living independently.<br />
We look <strong>for</strong> people who have time, energy, commitment, a sense <strong>of</strong> humour <strong>and</strong> space in<br />
their lives <strong>and</strong> home to look after someone else every now <strong>and</strong> then.<br />
All short break carers go through a rigorous assessment <strong>and</strong> preparation process, which<br />
includes disclosure checks, references <strong>and</strong> medical checks. They receive a payment, which<br />
covers any costs incurred while caring.<br />
WHEN?<br />
Most short breaks happen on a regular <strong>and</strong> planned basis. They may last <strong>for</strong> a few hours,<br />
an overnight stay, a weekend or occasionally they may be <strong>for</strong> longer. Short break carers<br />
may be able to help if there is an emergency or during times <strong>of</strong> crisis.<br />
HOW?<br />
If you think family based short breaks may be <strong>for</strong> you <strong>and</strong> want to find out more contact:<br />
Barnardo's 01382 224924 or <strong>Children</strong> <strong>with</strong> Disabilities Team 01382 632650<br />
<strong>In<strong>for</strong>mation</strong> Pack – <strong>Children</strong>’s Services 42
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