Leicestershire Cares' Powering Up Project continues to provide opportunities for those that are care experienced. This summer, through our partnership with Hastings Direct and Leicestershire County Council, 26 Parents and their children enjoyed a day trip to Twin Lakes.
Our day saw us enjoying activities such as Twins Lakes'
- Splash park
- Animal petting farm
- Soft play
- Fair ground rides
- Go karts
It's been a lovely day and the kiddies have really enjoyed themselves
Participant
The day gave our parents and their children the opportunity to spend time with other families and build relationships, whilst sharing similar experiences and offering encouragement by peer-to-peer support. The group were supported by Leicestershire cares Youth worker Kym and Leicestershire County Council Personal assistants Emma-Jane and Jemma. It was a jam packed day that gave staff and young people the opportunity to connect in a fun and informal setting, making family memories along the way.
This is the best day of my life!
Alfie 6 years old
It is due to funding from Hastings Direct that we are able to provide these experiences and continue our work supporting Leicestershire County Council and for this we are very thankfully. We are looking forwards to our next adventure with the care experiences parents group before Christmas.
It's nice to be able to get out and not have to worry about paying for it
Parent
For further information about our project and our work with care experienced young people please contact Kym@leicestershirecares.co.uk #TogetherWeCan
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