SUPPORTING CARERS AND FAMILIES TOGETHER

"To relieve the social, emotional, mental, physical and educational needs of Carers and their families in the county of Essex through the provision of support, person and group centered interventions, advice, guidance and sign posting to other services as appropriate".

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YOUNG CARERS

Who are young Carers?Children aged 18 and under who care, or help care for a relative with: A physical or learning disability...

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ADULT CARERS

Caring is motivated by love and compassion and can be rewarding and fulfilling but emotional and physical demands on you can be...

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REFERRALS

Do you know a carer that may need a bit of help? Fill in our secure referral form and we can provide a range of support.

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VOLUNTEERING

See how you can get involved with SCAFT. View our current paid vacancies and volunteering opportunities here.

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WELCOME TO SCAFT

The object of our organisation is to relieve the social, emotional, mental, physical and educational needs of Carers and their families in the county of Essex through the provision of support, person and group centered interventions, advice, guidance and sign posting to other services as appropriate.

We offer the following carer support:

  • Young Carers aged 6-18
  • Adult Carers
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    Are you a Carer?

    Do you look after or care for a family member, friend or who has:

  • a physical or learning disability
  • mental health condition/illness
  • long term illness/condition including age related issues, HIV and Aids
  • drug and/or alcohol related issues
  • been subject to, or witnessed domestic violence
  • or perhaps cannot cope without some help.

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    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

    4 days ago

    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together
    Rayleigh Lions Club-cioCo-op FuneralcareHigs SolutionsParty Monsters Children’s EntertainerBestax Taxi CompanyRayleigh Town CouncilRochford District CouncilCo-opParty Time! Our young carers were partying hard and having bundles of fun last night, with the help of Rayleigh Lions, Co-op (Eastwood - Eastwood Road North) Co-op Funeralcare, Saqueeb at Higs Solutions, and a private donor who wished to remain anonymous. Thank you all for your generosity, which made this and our other Christmas activities possible.We must also give a big shout out to Jess from Party Monsters Children’s Entertainer who was such a warm and energetic host for the festivities, as well as Bob Bedwell from Rayleigh Lions Club who was brave enough to join in the fun and games.Also a huge thanks to the wonderful people at Bestax Taxi Company for getting so many young people safely to and from the party; as well as Rayleigh Town Council and Rochford District Council who help fund our venue costs. ... See MoreSee Less

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    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

    3 weeks ago

    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together
    As we approach 'that' time of year again, our young carers have been busy making, over the last couple of weeks, culminating in our annual Holy Trinity Christmas Tree competition entry! Decorated with their wonderfully bright and colourful creations, our tree can be viewed in Holy Trinity Church, Rayleigh and you can vote for your favourite. After inviting our young carers to offer suggestions, the tree has been titled 'Family Delight'. ... See MoreSee Less

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    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

    3 weeks ago

    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together
    SCAFT receives no statutory funding and exists entirely on our supporters generosity, through voluntary donations and discretionary grants. You could help support us too by buying a ticket in the Essex Lottery. ... See MoreSee Less

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    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

    2 months ago

    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together
    Our sincere apologies to those expecting to be attending our young carers group at Waterman School tonight, we've had to cancel with no notice. Despite having booked the date months ago our staff arrived to find the school inaccessible with no warning, due to their half-term arrangements. ... See MoreSee Less

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    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

    3 months ago

    SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together
    𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 📅Castledon School annual careers event is back! @castledon_school 📅 Friday 27th September 2024⏱10 am to 3.30 pm📍Wat Tyler Country Park, Pitsea. SS16 4UH.This unique fair in South Essex features over 40 stalls supporting SEND young people with:☑️ entry to work, ☑️supported internships, ☑️apprenticeships, ☑️education and training, ☑️wellbeing, and ☑️clubs and activities for all ages. This event is open to all SEND pupils from any school, their families, and anyone supporting individuals with SEND. Members of the team will be attending. We look forward to meeting the young people and their families. ✋👋If you have any questions, please contact : 📩mbelsey@castledon.org📞01268761252or telephpme ... See MoreSee Less

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    Volunteers Required

    Posted 10 months ago

    Description: Volunteering with SCAFT (Supporting Carers And Families Together) is an opportunity to have some fun, whilst making a positive contribution to the lives of Young […]

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    Volunteer – Cook

    Posted 10 months ago

    As part of our  evening respite groups for Young Carers we provide the children/young people with a meal and we are looking for volunteers with a […]

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    SCAFT is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as Charity number 1136245 and with Companies House as a Limited company, number 6972805

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