Family Resource Centre Programme
The aim of the Family and Community Services Resource Centre Programme is to combat disadvantage and improve the function of the family unit. The emphasis in the projects is on the involvement of local communities in developing approaches to tackle the problems they face and on creating successful partnerships between the voluntary and statutory agencies in the area concerned. Family Resource Centres involve people from marginalised groups and areas of disadvantage at all levels in the project.
The activities supported by the resource centres are designed to meet the needs of the local community. They include the following:
- The provision of information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area.
- Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information, advice and photocopying facilities.
- The provision of education courses and training opportunities.
- The provision of child-care facilities for those attending courses provided by the project.
- The running of after-school clubs.
