Bridging The Gap Gwent: Respite for unpaid carers in Gwent, South Wales.

Bridging The Gap Gwent (BTGG) is NEWCIS’ award-winning short breaks scheme that provides unpaid carers a short period of rest from their caring role.

Respite care means taking a break from caring, to look after yourself and help stop you becoming exhausted and run down.

Age Connects Torfaen is a registered provider for Bridging The Gap Gwent. By choosing us as your we can provide:

  • Companionship & Social Interaction – A friendly visit to keep your loved one engaged
  • Activities & Hobbies – Reading, puzzles, reminiscing, or simply having a chat
  • Meal Delivery or meal preparation – Meal delivery direct to your door or help with the preparation or snacks or drinks.
  • Home Services–Light assistance around the home including cleaning, and assistance with shopping
  • Specialist Dementia Support – Tailored care for individuals living with dementia within a group setting or at home
  • Sports Connects Programme– a varied and accessible sports programme including golf, walking, boot camp and accessing the gym.
  • Transport – accessible door to door service to access any Age Connects Torfaen service

What is Bridging The Gap

Bridging The Gap Gwent (BTGG) is NEWCIS’ short breaks scheme that provides you with a short period of rest from your caring role. A short break from your caring role could include attending a personal appointment, an event or socialising with friends. If you care for someone who resides in Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport or Torfaen, you could be eligible to access the award-winning scheme. The scheme is accessible to unpaid adult carers and young carers (under 18). Bridging the Gap Gwent is delivered by NEWCIS on behalf of the five Gwent authorities.

How to Apply for Bridging the Gap

If you or someone you know would benefit from this service, get in touch today!

Call us: 01495 769264
Email us: sarah.windsor@ageconnectstorfaen.org

You don’t have to do it alone – let us help you bridge the gap