Siblings Together (Charity)

Monday: 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday: 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday: 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00
Friday: 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday: -
Sunday: -

About Siblings Together (Charity)

Run Residential Camps, Monthly Activity Progs, Buddying & Mentoring for siblings in Care Adoption, Kinship UK. Facilitate creative residential retreats for Careleavers, spoken word, poetry, creative writing, film, art, performance et.

Siblings Together (Charity) Description

'Siblings Together'
Is the only charity in the UK focusing upon the welfare of Brothers & sisters in Care, Adoption and Kinship Care. We work with the aim of strengthening these lifelong family connections.
We also develop creative opportunities for careleavers.
We work in partnership with other organisations to alleviate the hurt of living apart due to no fault of their own, helping young people to reconnect in positive ways, creating strong foundations for the future.

We founded our residential camps in the UK after visiting /working and being inspired by camps in the USA, namely Camp to Belong in 07'. Our mentoring & befriending service is ever growing.

We recognise the trauma of separation of siblings & the lifelong impact this can have, which is often overlooked. 'Siblings Together' provides new & fresh opportunities for planned, enjoyable, high quality contact within a safe yet non institutionalised camp model.

Our highly skilled staff ensure that entire sibling family groups, of mixed sexes & ages enjoy a family holiday TOGETHER! ! .
We support parents, social workers & carers to help maintain these important bonds throughout their time in care.
We hold camps in various locations, sometimes supported by the Dandelion Trusts beautiful house in Pembrokeshire with 57 acres of land & trees; during August.

We have worked closely with the Princes Trust, YHA, etc who have provided many activities alongside our well established art's programmes.
Our Performance & film making Camps are also held at the Young Vic theatre in London & soon to be held at the Roundhouse Theater Camden, other venues are being considered.

We employ highly skilled staff & volunteers for our camps
if you wish to join us at camp please feel free to download an application form from our website. We offer pre camp preparation, support and supervision throughout camp.

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Please share this post, it's a such a heartwarming event going on around the UK something we all cherish,

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If anyone wishes to join our network of Extraordinary Quilters or who may be interested in hearing more of their ideas and future plans. Please feel free to drop a line to organizer nickyeglington@gmail.com or nickyeglington@aol.com.

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One helluva magnificent quilt from the Edinburg quilters.

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Much eagerly awaited ! ... Abergavenny quilter Carol has yet again created & brought together highly skilled creative quilters; bringing to children’s lives a magnificently lovable lifetime gift. Would you agree... one from Scotland too..

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Hi everyone. After a summer of amazingly energetic sibling Camps in Wales for kids in care, I hope you forgive me for having little time to keep you informed. Now preparing our 2nd five day 'Creative Retreat for CareLeavers'. 5 relaxing days of creativity, writing, poetry, walks by the sea, art, discussions, cooking meals & exchanging ideas, relaxing at 'The Open Nest' based in Whitby, Yorkshire. From Monday 10th to Friday 14th September; We will provide all Food & fantastica...lly Quirky Accommodation will be guaranteed!. Following from our 1st retreat in July; I think it's important to mention that we are acutely aware that meeting new people can seem a terrifying prospect, also being away from your secure base may seem a big ask of yourself. You will be in excellent company with others who've a good understanding & shared life experiences.. As an Artist and Art Therapist I strongly believe in the transformative aspects of creativity. We intend to hold a safe respectful space, welcoming creativity and fun!.. There is space for 10 Careleavers, a chance to share this week.. You must be prepared to make your own travel arrangements, or secure a lift!. Look forward to hearing from you.. Delma
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Everyone has arrived safely for camp, all amazingly enthusiastic bubbly and currently playing chaos tag on the grounds outside with our energetic dream team. One returnee had his suitcase packed a month in advance! for this his very special time with his sibling. Thank you massively to everyone of you who have helped make these camps possible for the children. It's such an honour to be here 10 years on, sharing their lives, sharing their laughter, seeing familiar faces, familiar voices, all growing up with us. Never underestimate the positive power of siblings! and the importance of these positive bonds.

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"I would love to thank the people that made my quilt. I love the colour and design and I honestly have fallen in love with it. It's very homely and comfy and I just want to say a massive thank you for bringing me something that makes me feel like home xx"

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"My quilt has been on many journeys with me the most significant one being when I nearly died a month or so ago, I found refuge in my quilt and the amazing symbolism on it that seemed like it landed on me straight from heaven ... it helps me sleep every night and I love it sooo much ... thanks for this beautiful gift x"

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Looking forward to an incredible week, but still need help with funds for our week away September!! please can you assist and share..

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For careleavers of all ages!

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Please share with other who may be interested!.

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Had an incredible day yesterday with groups of siblings in care. I was bursting with Joy seeing their fun, playing together, smiling together, eating their picnic together, walking and travelling across London together. Brothers playing football, bouncing on the trampoline in the adventure playground together, girls brushing hair, giggling, talking, chilling, what could be more normal!. Setting off again now for another Siblings Together day Happy days!!.

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We enjoyed working with this programme and speaking with Victoria http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p064n7pp< br>

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More about Siblings Together (Charity)

Siblings Together (Charity) is located at 351 Southwark Park Road, SE16 2JW London, United Kingdom
+442073948708
Monday: 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday: 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday: 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00
Friday: 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday: -
Sunday: -
http://www.siblingstogether.org.uk