Welcome to the Clevedon Forbes Fund
We are a Christian Charity who provide grants to UK citizens of limited means, to fund or part-fund short convalescent breaks for those recovering from illness or trauma, or to enable carers to take a break from their caring role.
We welcome applications from professional referees, working either in a paid or voluntary capacity, on behalf of those they support, who fulfil our criteria.
Recipients' Comments
“The impact of our holiday was wonderful. The boys spent lots of time swimming. My son's behaviour improved, he was much calmer and very happy and this continued after the holiday ended. I was so glad to be able to take the carer with us as this really did give me a break and I was able to watch my sons having a fabulous time as well as joining in with some activities too”
- from a Mum with 3 sons, one of whom has Autism, who used our grant to enjoy a short break at Butlins, taking a paid carer with her
“I loved my break so much. I not only had a peaceful and relaxing time, I met some amazing people that I was able to talk to that also have HIV. I haven't slept so well in years. The whole experience was lovely”
- from a gentleman returning from a respite break in Cornwall
“I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Clevedon Forbes Fund for your most generous donation of £500, affording us the luxury of taking a much needed holiday. Life with a special needs child is never easy, and as a mother I know I need to get some respite in order to refill my energy supplies, but life with a special needs child isn't cheap either, and most of our resources are spent on making his life as comfortable as possible. There is never any money left for luxuries such as a holiday”
- from the mother of a 7 year old boy with severe ADHD and ASD. Our grant helped towards the cost of a much needed summer break for the family
“We found it very hard to leave our daughter, but we now feel fully recharged and we were able to spend quality time together as a couple without being interrupted. We met some people and made some new friends.”
- from a couple able to have a 5 day break away from their caring role
