Areas of Speciality

Family support: Anne McCann

Partnership Working

Liasing with other agencies with a view to improving life for families in the area has resulted in the provision of a range of services. The free toothbrush programme, improving dental hygiene and Kids & Co Fruit Scheme – providing good quality, low cost fruit. These are 2 examples of small practical support measures, which can make a big difference. They can enable a family, who once constantly struggled, to make ends meet – maybe even save a little at the local Credit Union, which is linked to Bishoploch.

Adult Literacy

We have adult literacy support here at FARE which provides one to one help with reading and writing skills for anyone who feels they need confidential support with these issues. Meeting times will be set up between both parties involved.

Many Hands Make Light Work

Support is provided for local families tailored to their individual needs. This could involve everything from helping to paint the kitchen after a fire, encouraging kids to attend school on a regular basis, change the odd nappy, or feed the baby at times when mum wishes she had 4 arms. In some cases all mum needs is someone to make her a cup of tea, have a chat to, or offer a bit of friendly advice.

Girls, Girls, Girls

The personal development course for girls is delivered in local primary schools and has been significantly ‘overhauled’ in the past year, to keep it fresh and topical for the participants. The course, known as the Friendship Group, prepares primary seven girls for the new challenges they will face during this transitional period of their lives.