Safe Families - North East

This single parent has two children, both with additional needs. They are moving house to be nearer the children's school but need a washing machine as they are not able to take theirs out the current property. Mum works in a local school kitchen and is also studying at college but with the summer holidays coming up, her limited income in a single parent household can't stretch to cover everything they need. Could you help contribute towards a voucher for this family?

J lives with his mum. He is nonspeaking and diagnosed with autism, and he has significant additional needs. He can become angry when unable to communicate effectively. His mum is unable to work due to her own health and her caring role for her son. The family would benefit from items that would enable sensory regulation. This would support him to have deep pressure enabling him to relax and reduce his anxiety. The items would also improve sleep and help to calm him when he is feeling heightened.