The Disabled Children's Team is a team of social workers and support staff who specialise in offering support for children with profound disabilities and their families. Referrals are made by the Assessment Team.
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Summer activity programme 2013
For further information please contact the Heathway Centre on 020 8227 5500
Please complete and return by hand to:
Heathway Centre
512a The Heathway
RM10 7SJ
or by email to theheathwaycentre@lbbd.gov.uk
If you are unable to do this please contact The Heathway Centre on the number above for furtherinformation.
Closing date for expression of interest applications is 12 noon on Saturday 29 June 2013.
Summer provision 2013
Services available
Services include benefit advice, organisation of respite (short breaks); finding opportunities for children to have fun and in some cases providing long-term care.
Short Breaks Services Statement
Short Breaks Self referral form
Short Breaks for Disabled Children Services Directory
Eligibility
Children who meet the priority and eligibility criteria (conditions) as 'children in need' are eligible for the services we provide if our assessment confirms this.
Assessment process
Following the introduction of the Framework of Assessment for Children in Need and their Families (2000), we will assess all referrals using the priority and eligibility criteria.
If we assess a child as having a disability, we will offer appropriate services according to need and availability. If we are not going to provide services, we will offer advice about other services.
Disabled children's register
Individual Short Breaks applications - Offering choice for disabled children and young people, and those with complex health needs, resident in Barking and Dagenham
The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham are offering Individualised Short Break grants to disabled children and their families funded through the Aiming High grant. This is a chance for all children who are disabled (under the DDA/Equalities Act definition) and who cannot access universal play and leisure without additional support, to apply for a short break that suits their individual needs and wishes.
Families, professionals or providers on behalf of families, can apply for support for a short break activity that a child would enjoy.
Applications will be appraised monthly throughout the year.
Please click on the links below for the guidance notes and the application form.
Guidance Notes
Individual Short Breaks Application Form
Short Breaks Capital Grant Scheme Programme for Organisation providing services for Disabled Children in Barking and Dagenham
The Capital Grant Scheme programme is in place to support capital investment into short breaks for children and young people living in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Funding has been allocated and is available to be used by 31st August 2013.
This funding can be used to increase the volume and range of short break provision. Our intention is that the money will be used to transform service provision throughout Barking and Dagenham.
The grants will be up to £12,000; developments will be sustainable, improve quality and the overall capacity for short breaks and they will be awarded to successful applicants from our programme’s allocated budget. These applicants will improve the quality and range of the available provision for families in areas such as childminding, homecare, services/ support within the home, after school clubs, Saturday clubs, transport for short breaks, overnight residential stays, occupational therapy, sibling support and offer a better experience for activities such as music, dance, drama, creative writing, painting, sculpture, photography, animation, print-making, craft, film, story-telling, sports and a variety of services/open events.
Capital grants must be spent by 31st August 2013.
Closing date for application is Tuesday 30 July 2013 Noon.
Orgainisation Capital Application Form
Short Breaks Capital Grant Scheme Programme for Parents and Carers of Disabled Children
The grants will be up to £12,000; developments will be sustainable, and they will be awarded to successful applicants from our programme’s allocated budget. These applicants will improve the quality of life for families in areas such as child-minding, homecare, services/support within the home.
Capital grants must be spent by 31st August 2013.
Closing date for application is Tuesday 30 July 2013 Noon.
Parent Capital Application Form
Frequently asked questions
If my child has not been given a statement of special education needs by the local education authority, can I still receive services?
Yes, depending on the assessment. The assessment may also show that it is appropriate for your child to be referred for a Statement of Special Educational Needs.
Will I receive money to help me care for my child?
No, but other free services are available to support parents and carers. It may also be appropriate to refer you to the Benefits Agency, as you may be eligible for financial support.
Does my child's name have to go on the disability register?
No, but if your child's name is on the register, it helps the appropriate agencies involved to plan and shape future services for disabled children.
Who can help if my child has special educational needs?
The Special Educational Needs team can offer advice and support for pupils who have special educational needs. We are determined to offer the best possible education opportunities for all children, regardless of any special educational needs they may have.