Supporting Young Carers at YC2: Volunteer Opportunities and Services
YC2, the Young Carers Youth Club, provides vital support to children and young people with caring responsibilities in North Bucks. Founded in 2005, YC2 offers a range of services including youth clubs, counseling, residential breaks, and family events. Volunteers play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of young carers and their families, while also benefiting from personal growth and rewarding experiences. Join YC2 to make a difference and be part of a supportive community dedicated to helping young carers thrive.
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Buckingham and Winslow Young Carers YC2 Volunteer Pack
Who are we? YC 2 stands for Young Carers Youth Club. Started in April 2005. Founded by Margo Jackson Covers North Bucks from Winslow to Westbury. Strong ties with Buckingham Youth Club. YC2 is part of Community Care North Bucks which is a registered charity. You can find out more by visiting https//www.ccnorthbucks.org.uk Reg Charity number 1172135. CCNB provide tremendous support and under their umbrella many bureaucratic tasks are completed which allow YC2 to focus on service delivery. CCNB is run by a set of Trustees including a representative from YC2 who produces a bi-monthly for the Trustees which is circulated to all YC2 volunteers. Affiliated to Action4Youth Children are referred via a variety of routes. Schools, Carers Bucks, GP referral, school nursing teams and social services. Funding group friends of YC2 is affiliated to CCNB and coordinate and raise funds and donations. Strong links with Buckingham Town Council. Support from local sports clubs, Rotary Club and Masonic donations. Action for Youth also provides support and enables YC2 to participate in the Young Leader program 2
What is a Young Carer? A child or young person who has a caring role and or/is affected emotionally by a family members long term illness, disability, mental health or alcohol/addiction problems. 3
What do YC2 provide Run a youth club on the first, second and third Friday of each month at the Buckingham Youth center. Collects and transports members safely too and from the venue. Offers residential PGL type activity centers and a variety of ad hoc social and educational events throughout the year. Provides a safe environment for young people to interact with each other and share experiences and issues with their peer group. Offer counselling and practical information and act as support and listen to members needs and concerns as well as detect issues where intervention may be required. Covers age range 7 to 18 split into two distinct age groups of juniors and seniors. Seniors meet 1st Friday of each month age range 13-18 years, middle age range 10 to 13 meet second Friday of each month and age range 7-12 years the juniors meet third Friday in the month. 4
also offers Family events. 1-2-1 support. News Updates. Information, Advice and Guidance. Residential Breaks. School support. Sibling workshops. Transport to and from events. Sports activities. Welfare and active practical help with financial and welfare issues. Annual newsletter and feedback invitations. 5
YC2 Whats in it for me ? As a new volunteer you might wonder what you have let yourself in for. Detailed below are some of the reasons why you will find your volunteering beneficial. Its Fun You can make a real difference to the quality of life for young people and their families. You get a free hoody and polo shirt! Comments from Young Carers. The Club allows me to be myself and mix with new people who have become friends and we have fantastic fun and great times Being part of the Young Leaders programme has really brought me out of myself and improved my self-confidence Comments from volunteers. Volunteering for Young Carers is one of the best things I have ever done and given me more satisfaction than I ever had in my professional working life, seeing the joy and excitement as you collect the members and watching them participate in activities and flourish is a great inspiration 6
YC2 DBS/Safeguarding/First Aid Disclosure and Barring Service All volunteers will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application. This is at no cost and is completed by Buckinghamshire County Council. This can take a few weeks so please be patient and don t lose heart. Once completed you will be sent a certificate which lasts for a period of 3 years after which a new check will be required. Safeguarding Training All volunteers are required to attend a safeguarding training course. This is run on an ad hoc basis throughout the year and once completed appropriate certification is issued to the participants. First Aid Training This is not mandatory but courses are run for those who wish to understand the basics of First Aid and there are always First Aid trained volunteers present at Club nights and residential weekends. Critical Care Medical Services UK ltd run these courses for YC2 with tutor Debbie Brooks. 7
YC2 Further information on volunteering If you wish to be considered to be a volunteer we would love to hear from you. Simply contact Simon Wells Chief Operating Officer YC2 at simonhgw@yahoo.com or call him for an informal chat on 07702 805139 Joining will be as quick and seamless as possible We need : Volunteer Drivers Volunteer helpers Family Support volunteers 8
