Carers Take Time Out Thanks to a New Borough Scheme
Carers will soon be able to enjoy time out thanks to a new FREE carers scheme to be introduced by the Royal Borough on 1 September.
The Time Out scheme is an addition to the Advantage Card aimed at increasing opportunities and choice to carers – who give so much to society by providing unpaid care to an ill, frail or disabled family member, friend or partner – thus enabling them to have a break from their caring role.
What is on offer?
Free access to swimming and gym activities during off peak times (6.30am – 4pm, Monday to Friday and all weekends) plus discounts at a range of attractions, retailers, restaurants, car parks and health / beauty facilities.
Young carers will also be able to access other activities of interest to them such as children’s summer holiday activities.
How do you qualify?
A carer will need to:
• be actively caring for someone and
• have completed a carer assessment through the Royal Borough adult services team.
The Time Out scheme is an addition to the Advantage Card aimed at increasing opportunities and choice to carers – who give so much to society by providing unpaid care to an ill, frail or disabled family member, friend or partner – thus enabling them to have a break from their caring role.
What is on offer?
Free access to swimming and gym activities during off peak times (6.30am – 4pm, Monday to Friday and all weekends) plus discounts at a range of attractions, retailers, restaurants, car parks and health / beauty facilities.
Young carers will also be able to access other activities of interest to them such as children’s summer holiday activities.
How do you qualify?
A carer will need to:
• be actively caring for someone and
• have completed a carer assessment through the Royal Borough adult services team.
Cllr Simon Dudley, lead member for adult and community services, is encouraging carers to take full advantage of the scheme.
He said: “We know that carers are indispensable, providing unpaid care to so many people here in Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead who are ill, frail, disabled or affected by mental health or substance abuse issues. The impact this has on carers themselves can often be serious, affecting their finances, social activities and general wellbeing.
“The Time Out scheme has been designed to help overcome some of these difficulties by allowing carers to take a free break from their day-to-day caring role.”
Existing carers (and new carers) who wish to take advantage of the scheme should contact the adult services team on 01628 683744 or the Princess Royal Trust Carers Service on 01628 777217.
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Contacts:
Cllr Simon Dudley, lead member for community and adult services – email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Karen Mustard, Princess Royal Trust Carers Service – tel: 01628 777217
Kevin Mist, head of leisure services – tel: 01628 796443
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