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.
Carers in Bedfordshire offer this valuable support service through out Bedfordshire.
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 Quarterly 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"
"The 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 or Karen Balfe if you would like to know more, have a question, concern or would just like to talk to someone in confidence.
Contact Us
Opening Times: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Telephone: 0300 111 1919
Address: Suite K Sandland Court Pilgrim Centre Brickhill Drive Bedford MK41 7PZ
