We know that things are changing daily so here is a current list of guidance and resources
Many people are finding the current situation incredibly emotionally draining so we have also included links to wellbeing services & support in Leeds plus the link to Phoenix Health & Wellbeing where Sunshine families can access telephone counselling free of charge.
- Healthwatch Leeds
- Leeds Dads
- Leeds Mind
- Andy's Man Club
- Phoenix Health & Wellbeing - use code SUN21
We have been advised by Short Breaks that in some cases families may be able to request support via Direct Payments to employ a personal assistant to help with their child or young person by taking them out or supporting at home - please contact us if you would like more information.
You can find specific guidance for families with a child with additional needs via the link for the Local Offer - Short Break Offer
The West Leeds Activity Centre is now open on a referral basis to provide respite care on a Tuesday 9:30am to 4pm and on a Thursday 4pm to 6:30pm.
- Short Breaks
- Holiday Clubs
- "We will also be open for the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in half term. All of the places are on a first come first served basis and are confirmed on a Monday weekly. Tuesdays are free. Thursdays are £6. We will require a referral form and a consent form both of which can be found on the link above. We are socially distancing. We have a COVID risk assessment in place. Activities include – Go-karts, motorbikes, archery, orienteering, night line, arts and crafts, bushcraft and much, much more. The catchment area is citywide."
- All enquiries to westleedactivitycentre@leeds.gov.uk. We can provide one to one work on an application basis if required.
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