Aim of Task 

To meet and allow children to play in a comfortable and relaxed environment whilst

Ø        supporting parents in similar situations

Ø        allowing children affected and their siblings to meet up and see that they are not alone

Ø       sharing information and exchanging ideas

Ø       raising awareness of the needs of children and families

Ø        pressing for better services for children and families

Including young people within Task is important to us; they are our future and have every right to be treated as part of the group.  Their input and contributions as to how the group is run is very important.

Objectives of Task

Ø       to hold meetings for  parents, carers and their children in an informal way, encouraging play and activities as well as face to face support

Ø       to bring parents, carers together to share experiences and reduce isolation

Ø       to bring siblings together to share experiences and reduce isolation

Ø       to have a contact list enabling members to support each other in-between meetings

Ø       to go on family day trips

Ø       to expand knowledge of local and national services