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Break Vintage Charity Tewkesbury
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The charity was started back in 1968 by Geoffrey and Judith Davison and their friend Leslie Morley when they realised that there were many children and young people with disabilities who didn’t have access to holidays which would give their parents a break too. They chose Norfolk as a great place to have a holiday. Working in partnership with Norfolk County Council and Cambridgeshire County Council, Break runs eight family sized homes providing safety and stability for children and young people who, for whatever reason, can no longer live with their own families. The Moving on Team, which is totally funded by Break's charitable income, consists of Transition and Mentoring services, providing ongoing support for our young people when they leave our homes, helping them learn the skills required for independent living. Help with education, employment, housing and so on. This support will continue for as long as it is needed. In the last year Break has launched a therapeutic fostering service and three young people are now living with a family. On behalf of Norfolk County Council, Break also provides residential assessments for families whose children are at risk, giving families the opportunity to prove that they can keep their children safe from harm, enabling them to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment. We also provide community based assessments on a spot purchase basis. For children and young people with disabilities, in partnership with Norfolk County Council, Break provides short breaks, giving the family a chance to recharge their batteries and the young people the opportunity to join in activities, have fun and develop. These services are Norfolk and Suffolk based. In October 2012, Break expanded its services to children and families in the community with Families’ House. Their established reputation for supporting families with a wide range of difficulties in Norwich and Norfolk includes support for families who are “parenting apart”. ... show more
Families' House has recently started a Young Carers Project. Our young people are encouraged to have their say and have formed their own council, Break Free. One of their first projects has been making a film in an effort to change people’s perception of children in care. This is a powerful piece directed by Jarone Macklin Page, who himself lived in a Break children’s home. Jake Humphrey, sports presenter, has been Break's patron for several years. He is an invaluable asset to the charity, spending as much time as his hectic schedule allows meeting our young people and families. He is passionate about Break and we are really grateful for everything he does for us. - See more at: http://www.break-charity.org show more
3 recommendations and reviews from 2 people
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February 18, 2014
Helen H. asked:Hi. Apart from eBay can anyone recommend any good vintage shops/websites selling 40's outfits. Reasonably priced too. Thank you.
Andy B. replied:https://www.facebook.com/tewkesburybreak
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January 30, 2016
Caroline J. asked:Anyone know of any charity shops open tomorrow please? Have been clearing a house and have everything from garden pots to wine glasses ( lots of those!)Katie E. replied:https://m.facebook.com/tewkesburybreak/ I work at Break so I'm plugging lol but whichever you decide to give to Well done you :)
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Referral from
July 4, 2014
Lisa D. asked:Can anyone recommend a charity shop in Tewkesbury that accepts books, DVDs and CDs?
Katie E. replied:https://m.facebook.com/tewkesburybreak
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