A community interest company operating from a primary school in Oxford’s east side is seeking public support to fund holiday breaks for families.
Jaskulla Mentoring CIC aims to raise money for respite services to be delivered during school vacation periods.
The group operates from Larkrise Primary School and assists young people dealing with anxiety, special educational needs and disabilities, and severe behavioural difficulties.
The organisation delivers support informed by trauma awareness and provides crisis intervention within educational settings and domestic environments.
Its activities are designed to prevent children from being removed from schooling.
Services encompass therapeutic guidance for teenagers and young adults, professional development for educators and classroom support staff, and direct assistance for households.
Collaboration with community organisations enables participation in local activities.
Parent support workshops were introduced by the group in the previous year.
Expansion plans include establishing consistent respite provision during term breaks and the extended summer period.
The initiative enables caregivers to take time for themselves while guaranteeing children access to individualised supervision.
According to the organisation, the cost of specialist care often exceeds what families can afford independently.
The charity’s founder, Lisa, will compete in the Oxford half marathon on September 26 as part of the fundraising campaign.
Contributions of £70 cover one hour of direct support, with all collected funds directed entirely towards care provision.
The community interest company has been selected as a contender in the National Social Enterprise Awards UK, specifically in the One to Watch division.
The group was established with the intention of restoring community support networks for children through cooperation with households, schools and local agencies.
Full details about the fundraising initiative and the services offered by Jaskulla Mentoring CIC can be found on the organisation’s website.
Representatives have expressed hope that residents of the area will back Lisa’s efforts and assist families in obtaining respite care during challenging periods.