Support for Parent Carers
Parents Together is one of the specialist services run by Carers in Bedfordshire which offers support to parents of children with additional needs.
Parents do not often think of themselves as carers. Being the parent of a child with a disability or additional need can, at times, be confusing and isolating.
Talking to someone who understands can make all the difference. For more
information follow the links below to access our support services for parents.
General Information:
Parents Together is a special parent support service.
Carers in Bedfordshire offer this valuable support service within Bedfordshire and Luton.
Parent Carers can now access all of the services offered by Carers in Bedfordshire, including:
Telephone Helpline
Home or Centre Visits
Carers Support Group Meetings
Social Outings and Events
Training
Bi-monthly Newsletter
as well as the specific services relating to being a parent carer, including:
Parent Befrienders Support Service
Coping with Transition at 14 + Courses
Some comments received from parents who have used this support service:
"I loved it talking to someone else who has been in the same position as myself"
"I found I could talk very easily and openly to Elaine"
"Elaine's support was valued and talking to her definitely helped a great deal. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you very much for this great service"
"Finding out that I am not alone has definitely helped me to cope"
Please contact Elaine Wallbank if you would like to know more, have a question, concern or would just like to talk to someone in confidence.