Summer fun at Llangrannog for NPT Swansea youngsters with disabilities

• Llangrannog trip courtesy of funds raised by Navel Club Ladies Coffee Afternoon and other events organised by the project.

• Time away provides vital respite for young people and a break from caring roles for families.

A group of youngsters from Action for Children’s NPT Swansea community short breaks and Ty Laura short breaks projects have enjoyed a summer break to Llangrannog. The trip was made possible thanks to money raised by Port Talbot Navel Club Ladies Coffee Afternoon and other events organised by the project.

The youngsters enjoyed trips to the beach, archery, skiing, horse riding, climbing and all sorts of games that allowed them to have a proper break during the summer and gain some independence from their families.

Liam from Neath Port Talbot, said: ‘I’ve loved the activities especially the climbing and the skiing. It’s been great being away with all the group together. Llangrannog is a great place and I’ve had so much fun.’

Action for Children’s NPT Swansea community short breaks project supports children and young people with disabilities to access community activities and provides overnight stays with Link Carers in the area. The Ty Laura short breaks project provides respite care and support for children and young people who have learning or physical disabilities and their families in the city.

Caroline Lewis, practice manager for NPT Swansea Community Short Breaks said: ‘We wouldn’t be able to do these kinds of trips without the generous donations we’ve received from people and businesses in the NPT Swansea area. Our young people benefit so much from trying the activities and it’s brilliant watching them develop as the week goes on and their confidence grow. We’re all extremely grateful to everyone who so kindly donated to make Llangrannog happen.’