Kids' Companions

a Marymead Host family Program 

About this program

The program supports children affected by disabilities and their families.

Who we work with

The Kids' Companions Program provides social opportunities and short periods of respite care for children affected by a disability – either of their own or disability of a family member. Short periods of respite of even a few hours, are a great way to provide a family with a break from the routine care of children.

If you want to use the program

Parents may contact us directly or be referred by workers from other support services.

Ways you can help...

Volunteers are needed for group and individual activities.

The children and young people receive the respite from volunteers, either in the volunteer's home, or in a community or group setting. Can you provide small time-slots for a child to share your social and recreation activities?

You can support the work of Marymead by asking to be put on our mailing list, which will keep you informed about our activities, including fundraising and volunteering.

How to contact us

For further information or feedback contact :

Phone: 02 6162 5800 (office hours)

Fax: 02 6295 9944

Email: hostfamily@marymead.org.au

Kids' Companions (Host Family) is funded through the Home and Community Care through Health ACT.

Links

Volunteering Australia

Brochure For Host Family 428kb PDF