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".

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...

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.

VOLUNTEERING

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

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

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.

FACEBOOK FEED

SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

10 hours ago

We love to hear how people are doing once they move on from our Young Carers groups, so this afternoon it was great when Alfie Kempen popped in to see us, nearly 6 years on. A real chance to catch up on the challenges life has thrown at him since and to hear about him building a career in the Ambulance service. It's really affirming to hear the contribution that SCAFT's support played in Alfie's journey so-far and that things learnt then, continue to play such a significant role in his life now; although like all young carers, Alfie always was an amazing young man all on his own.Lovely to see you Alfie and we look forward to seeing more of you soon! ... See MoreSee Less

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SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

3 weeks ago

I dread to think quite how he feels this morning but Mike Knowlson made it across the finishing line, succeeding in an epic battle of mind over body, completing the TCS London Marathon 2026, his first ever marathon!I bet almost everything aches and he should be hugely proud of his achievement, particularly as we can reveal he suffered a nose bleed part way through, but kept on going.Mike has raised an amazing £1665 so far, towards SCAFT's support for children and young people across Rochford District who face the daily challenge of caring for someone in their family. It could be someone with a physical, mental or sensory disability, struggles with their mental health, has a long-term or life-limiting illness, or who has survived domestic abuse.If you still wish to contribute to Mike's fundraising efforts you can go to his page at www.justgiving.com/page/charity-marathon-london-knowlson?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL ... See MoreSee Less

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SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

3 weeks ago

Congratulations Mike Knowlson on an absolutely amazing achievement! I can only guess at the effort and willpower that took, but you did it, you completed the TCS London Marathon! Our thanks for your commitment and staying power, on behalf of all the children and young people we support, who will have some amazing new experiences as a result of your fundraising. ... See MoreSee Less

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SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

4 weeks ago

Last chance to provide vital encouragement for Mike Knowlson as he sets out this morning on his epic challenge to complete the TCS London Marathon 2026. We heartily wish him every success as he limbers up. Plenty of stretching Mike, and don't forget to breathe! We'd be right behind you but we weren't brave enough to sign up....Please visit his JustGiving page and give him a powerboost 🏃🏼 as he begins this trial of mind and body, in support of SCAFT's mission to support those children and young people in the district who face the daily challenge of caring for someone in their family. It could be someone with a physical, mental or sensory disability, struggles with their mental health, has a long-term or life-limiting illness, or who has survived domestic abuse. ... See MoreSee Less

Mike's LONDON MARATHON fundraiser for Supporting Carers And Families Together

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SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together

4 weeks ago

Intrepid first time TCS London Marathon runner Mike Knowlson popped into the office this afternoon, having been up to London to collect his number in readiness for this weekend.If you're watching in-person or on TV on the day keep an eye out for his number and give him a cheer as he raises much needed funds for SCAFT - Supporting Carers & Families Together, who support children and young people across Rochford District looking after a family member with a physical, mental or sensory disability, long-term or life limiting illness, mental health struggles, or survivor of domestic abuse.Mike is aiming to raise funds towards providing these amazing children and young people with some extra special experiences, that they very likely wouldn't get otherwise. www.justgiving.com/page/charity-marathon-london-knowlson?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted 2 years 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 […]