We are raising funds to cover part of the cost of an additional Case Worker who will be responsible for providing individual information, advice and support to parents/carers of children & adults with learning disabilities,especially in relation to social welfare, disability benefits and rights.
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Situation
We are working towards a world where people with learning disabilities, autism and their families have the support they need to enjoy the same rights, freedoms, responsibilities, choices, and quality of life as people within the wider community. We know that support for family carers is essential to achieving this goal. Feelings of stress, isolation and loneliness are cited by carers who access our support. We need strong and resilient cares to ensure greater equality for those they care for.
Solution
For family Carers of children and adults with Learning Disabilities or Autism, accessing and understanding their rights is a difficult and stressful journey. Due to the cost of living crisis our number of referals has grown. We need to provide more 1-2-1 support via an additional Case Worker, who can present complex information in an accessible manner, to our Family Carers, ensuring that they and their loved ones can access the best support. This is a lifelong and complex journey for Carers.
