Contact a Family survey - Isolation 2011
Families sometimes report that they feel isolated and alone when they find out their child has a disability.
There may be other reasons or situations when families with disabled children are affected by isolation. Isolation can impact on all areas of life.
But with the growth of the internet, social networks and the establishment of an increasing number of parent support groups and forums, there are more and more ways of connecting with others and making links and friendships. But is this enough?
Contact a Family wants to find out what the emotional situation is for you and your family in 2011 and if isolation impacts on your family life.
The survey will take just five minutes to complete and the findings will help us highlight this issue through a report and media story. The survey will be closed on 23rd September. Please follow the link if you are willing to take part in Contact a Family's isolation survey.
To highlight the issue of isolation, they are looking for families who are happy to talk to the media about their personal experiences and how Contact a Family has helped them.
Being interviewed can be a daunting experience but it can also be fun too and Contact a Family would support families through the entire process to ensure this a positive experience.
If you are interested please do get in touch with Elaine Bennett on 020 7608 8741 or email elaine.bennett@cafamily.org.uk
