Warrington Young Carers Newsletter
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Autumn Edition 2013 WARRINGTON YOUNG CARERS NEWSLETTER On Saturday 11th August we attended Warrington Wolves vs Wakefield Trinity It was an exciting game, with Warrington triumphant in Victory 26—14 This year Warrington Guardian have held the very We would like to thank the first Warrington Inspiration Awards. Co-operative and Carers Trust for the exciting opportunity. The contest was launched this year as part of Warrington Guardian’s 160th birthday celebrations. We are extremely proud to announce that 3 of our Young Carers had been short listed for the Young Micha Coordinator Carer of the Year Award, which is sponsored by 5 & Advocate Boroughs NHS. Nicole, Kelsey and Brad had a great night, highlights included meeting George Sampson. We would like to say a Big CONGRATULATIONS Kat Advocate & to them all. Support Worker Louise Administrator & Support Worker We look forward to seeing you at our drop-ins Don’t forget, everyone is welcome to come along This October half term to one of our many Drop-Ins. we will be taking a All ages Welcome. group of Young Times and Venues are: Carers to Alton Towers. Orford Youth Base 4.00-5.30pm every other Thursday It is open to anyone Orford Jubilee Hub 4.00-5.00pm every aged 10 years and other Tuesday older. However, spaces are limited and will be The Peace Centre 4.30-6.30pm once a allocated on a first come first served basis. month We will be meeting at 9.00am on Tuesday Please see our Events Calendar for 22nd October 2013, and returning at 5.00pm. full time & date details. There will be a £5 charge which will secure your place and covers entrance into Alton Towers and transport. If you would be interested in attending this trip please let us know as soon as possible to avoid Wired Young Carers Service asks for parental/ disappointment. guardian consent for photographs to be taken at our drop-ins, events, activities and trips. These are used in the newsletter or for promotion and awareness raising e.g. the Wired website. If you DO NOT want photos to be taken or used please let us know. Cheshire Fire Service & Princes Trust Team Programme have very kindly offered to do some This Autumn’s top free Mega Apps are: fund raising on behalf of Wired Young Carers Service. Class Timetable or Handy Timetable, two They will use the money raised to take a group of great apps for keeping track of lessons. Young Carers on a trip, on Tuesday 3rd December 2013. BBC iPlayer, ITV Player, 4oD and Demand 5. These apps will keep you up to date with Times and venue to be confirmed. But it will take all your favourite TV programmes. place after school. BBC News and BBC Sport, allow you to There will be transport provided. keep up with current events. If you would be interested in joining us on the Dictionary…...always useful! mystery trip please let us know. As spaces are limited it will be first come first served. Just a reminder about what Wired Young Carers Running from 21st – 25th October from Service can do for you! 8.00am -6.00pm there will be activities such as Each of you will have a designated Support birds of prey, exotic pets, up close magician, Worker, who you can arrange to speak with animation sessions, music sessions and a whenever you feel you need a chat. These drumming session. meetings can take place at school or college, at The Holiday Club during October half term is home, at a drop-in or somewhere else you feel packed with activities including arts and crafts, comfortable, such as a café. pool, table tennis, play station, Xbox and Wii We also provide an Advocacy service, if you have game consoles. issues you feel you need support around. An A sports program is also provided in the sports Advocate is someone who can support you to hall and other healthy activities for young people ensure your views, wishes and feelings are heard are available each day. and understood by other people in your life, such as parents, teachers or other professionals. Community trips and outdoor cage facility provide great opportunities to link with others make new An Advocate can inform you of your rights, ensure friends, build team work skills plus much more. you understand them and be your independent representative. They can also support you to For more information please contact Warrington explore your choices and options to assist you to Youth Club on 01925 581 226 or email make an informed decision. [email protected] If you are 16 years or older and caring for an adult you may be entitled to a Leisure Card. This allows you free entry into your local LiveWire leisure centre. We will be teaming up with Culture Warrington to All Young Carers are entitled to an Emergency run a Lantern workshop at our November Peace Contact Card. This card identifies you as being a Centre drop-in (see events calendar for date and Young Carer. It is the size of a credit card and fits time). easily into a purse, wallet or pocket. On the back it will have contact numbers of people you trust to be You will be able to create your own lantern using contacted in the case of an Emergency. a pyramid structure and special tissue paper. So if for some reason you can’t get home in time to These creations will then be used as part of the provide support to the person you help, one of your Lantern Parade which will take place on Thursday emergency contacts will be able to stand in for you. 12th December at 7.00pm, in the town centre. It can help in school too, you can show your card to This will then be followed by a laser show a teacher or member of staff. It makes them aware spectacular!! that you are a Young Carer and that you are registered with Wired Young Carers Service. This We look forward to seeing you getting creative at can help them to understand your situation and any the drop-in. additional support you may require in school. For further information on any of the above or to arrange an appointment with your support worker, please contact us. Drumming Workshop Drumming Session “I enjoyed it, would do it again.” “It was great” “It was really fun, I’ve never done Samba drumming before.” Museum Trip “It was really exciting and fun that we made masks and a drum. I hope I can come again.” “I learnt how to make things, saw lots of new things and had great fun making instruments. “ “I It was fun, I liked the quiz part it was interesting and we used our brains.” Reading & Relaxation Session “Feels amazing and nice relaxation.” “Very relaxing” “Felt good, I enjoyed giving the massage and Warrington Museum & Art Gallery Trip almost fell asleep.” August Peace Centre Feedback “I think it was good, the best bit was when we decorated the t-shirts.”. “I enjoyed playing pool and designing the t-shirts and I liked it when I got to paint over my fingers! That was so messy, I really enjoyed that.” Woolston Sensory Hub “I enjoyed the face painting, all the new games and making new friends.” “It was fun and we played tag. I liked the picnic food a lot and making new friends.” “I enjoyed running around, getting rid of all my energy.” Singing Workshop “It’s given me more confidence.” “I really enjoyed it, especially making the song and it really made me feel more confident about singing.” “I really enjoyed it so much, I really want to do it again.” September Peace Centre Feedback “I enjoyed making the clothes, especially my shorts.” “It was something different and fun to do.” Relaxation Session Film Party at Orford Youth Base Drop-In August Peace Centre short break activity September Peace Centre short break activity ‘Up-cycle’ workshop Woolston Sensory Hub family picnic/party This year Carers Rights Day is happening on This Summer has been packed full of fun activities Friday 29th November 2013. that you got involved in. This wouldn't have been possible without a little help from some friends. We would like to say a MASSIVE Thank You to: Carers Rights Day is about getting all Carers and Young Carers the information and advice they need to access support, claim benefits and find Chris & Jack from Evolving Rhythms for the out how technology can help take the pressure Drumming Workshop off. Each year Carers UK organises Carers Rights Carers Trust & Day to: Co-operative for Increase the take up of benefits. the Warrington Wolves game. Make sure carers know their rights. Guide carers towards practical support. Raise awareness of the needs of Carers. Louise from Warrington Museum This year the Carers Rights Day theme is ‘rights, advice, support’ Deborah from Cheshire Police for the Hate This will focus on ensuring that Carers and Young Crime interactive Workshop Carers understand their rights and get access to good quality advice that can support them to care. Carers Rights Day aims to make Carers and Carol Stout for the Relaxation Session Young Carers aware of different kinds of practical support that could help to support you with your caring role. For further information about Carers Rights Day, please visit: Donna from Read to Relax http://www.carersuk.org/get-involved/carers- rights-day We would like to hear your views on carers rights, Woolston Sensory Hub and what more our service could be doing for you.