Tuesday, April 29, 2008

 

Children With Disabilities Enjoy Night At The Theatre (December 2007)

Children and young people with disabilities enjoyed a night out at the theatre thanks to a generous donation from their local PC World.

The extra-special present to see Peter Pan at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre was nominated by Satnam Mander of PC World as part of their Switched on Communities Programme.

Chief Executive Parpinder K Dhatt said, “ Every year our children and young people ask if they can attend a local theatre performance as many are unable to attend either for economic or access reasons. As a local charity supporting South Asian children and young people with disabilities we aim to create a range of opportunities and experiences for South Asian children and young people with disabilities and thanks to PC World we have been able to achieve this.”

“I would like to thank Satnam and PC World for supporting Sandwell Asian Family Support Service in this way and for creating a wonderful experience for our children and young people. They thoroughly enjoyed the performance and to see the smiles on their faces was very special indeed.”

The night at the theatre was attended by 30 children and young people who are all from the Sandwell area.

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) provides a range of services for South Asian children, young people and young adults who have a range of disabilities. SAFSS currently runs an after school club, domiciliary care (care at home service), liaison and outreach service, a youth group and parents and carers support group. All SAFSS’ services users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk

Notes:

1. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917

2. PC World is part of DSG International plc.


 

Stars Launch Charity Song At Asian Event (October 2007)

Music producer Mukhtar Sahota and singer Am’nico launched an exclusive new song written for a local charity at the British Asian Hafta Awards evening on 28th October.

The song, titled “Anything” is sung by Am’nico and produced by Mukhtar Sahota, and was written for Sandwell Asian Family Support Service, who provide a range of care services for South Asian children and young people with disabilities.

Singer Am’nico said “It’s been a great pleasure to have written the signatory song for SAFSS as they are doing a wonderful job working with South Asian children and young people with disabilities, as well as educating families and the community about acceptance and understanding disability.”

Music Producer Mukhtar Sahota said: “After completing the music production for the song ‘Anything’ it was a great joy for me to perform it live for the first time at the British Asian Hafta, and to represent SAFSS to help promote awareness of their charity and the significant work they are doing.”

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) is one of the nominated charities for ‘British Asian Hafta’. British Asian Hafta (Week) celebrates the contributions made by British Asians to the UK. It runs between October 27th and November 9th during which a series of events will be held to highlight the achievements of British Asians and the breadth of talent within the community.

Based in Smethwick, SAFSS support South Asian children, young people and young adults with disabilities by providing a range of quality care services and opportunities to enhance their quality of life. SAFSS run an After School Club, provides domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service. All SAFSS service users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

Chief Executive of SAFSS, Parpinder K Dhatt said “I would like to thank Mukhtar and Am’nico for supporting Sandwell Asian Family Support Service in this very special way. The song “Anything” promotes a positive attitude to disability, focusing on a child’s ability rather than disability. Mukhtar and Am’nico have given SAFSS the opportunity to educate people through song and music and enable us to reach a new audience. It is nice for our children to have their own song and for many it is a dream come true.

“I would also like to thank all the attendees of the British Asian Hafta Awards dinner who were most generous and raised over £1,000 towards our work with children and young people with disabilities. “

The song “Anything” appears on Am’nico’s debut album shortly to be released through Internalmusic.


For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk

Notes:
1. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917

 

Local Organisation Named As ‘CHARITY OF BRITISH ASIAN HAFTA’ (October 2007)

Local organisation Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) has been named as one of the nominated charities for ‘British Asian Hafta’.

Based in Smethwick, SAFSS supports South Asian children, young people and young adults with disabilities by providing a range of quality care services and opportunities to enhance their quality of life. SAFSS runs an After School Club, provides domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service. All SAFSS service users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

British Asian Hafta (Week) celebrates the contributions made by British Asians to the UK. It runs between October 27th and November 9th during which a series of events will be held to highlight the achievements of British Asians and the breadth of talent within the community.

The celebrations start with the British Asian Hafta Awards Dinner 2007 on Sunday 28th October and the Hafta will include the performance of an exclusive track written by Taz (Stereo Nation).

Chief Executive Parpinder K Dhatt said ”As the chosen charity for British Asian Hafta Sandwell Asian Family Support Service will highlight the achievements and contributions made by British Asians with disabilities. SAFSS is the only charity exclusively working with and representing Asian children, young people and adults with disabilities in the West Midlands and by being part of the Hafta, all members of the community are involved. It is a privilege for us to be chosen as the named charity and an excellent platform for SAFSS to highlight the needs of South Asian children and young people with disabilities. We thank the organisers for choosing SAFSS.”

Gurjeet Bains, Chief Executive Officer of Women of Cultures, said “Asians have contributed to British life in every aspect and we are delighted that Sandwell Asian Family Support Service are the chosen charity of British Asian Hafta.”

The recognition by British Asian Hafta follows a very successful six months for the charity. SAFSS received an ‘Outstanding’ in its After School Club Ofsted inspection in August and received a ‘Good’ from the Commission for Social Care Inspectorate (CSCI) following its inspection of its domiciliary care service. In September SAFSS won “Out of School Club 2007” awarded by the Early Years and Childcare Unit of Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council for “outstanding practice and examples of creativity for its work with South Asian children and young people with disabilities.” SAFSS recently celebrated its 21st anniversary with a star-studded event and raised over £4,500 for activities for children and adults with disabilities.
For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk

Notes:
1. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917






 

‘OUTSTANDING’ Charity Receives Award (September 2007)

The ‘outstanding’ work of local charity, Sandwell Asian Family Support Service has been recognised by a childcare award.

Awarded by the Early Years and Childcare Unit of Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council at their Celebration Event Awards evening, the Smethwick-based organisation won ‘Out of School Club 2007’ for “outstanding practice and examples of creativity for its work with South Asian children and young people with disabilities.” The aim of the awards evening was to highlight the work of childcare practitioners in the borough and the benefits of good quality childcare in the borough.

Chief Executive Parpinder K Dhatt said “ We are delighted that our work with South Asian children and young people with disabilities has been recognised by the Early Years and Childcare Unit Award. To win ‘Out of School Club 2007’ for outstanding practice and creativity is an honour and an achievement for all our staff that work hard to make a difference to the lives of children and young people with disabilities.

The Smiling Stars After School Club was established in 2001 and provides a range of activities for South Asian children aged 3-18 years who have a disability. Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays 3-6pm, and Saturdays’ 11am - 4pm. SAFSS currently have vacancies on their After School Club sessions on Tuesday’s and Thursdays. For more information on The Smiling Stars After School Club please contact Arathi Nahar on 0121 558 2198.

The award follows a very successful six months for the charity. SAFSS received an ‘outstanding’ in its’ After School Club Ofsted inspection in August and received a ‘Good’ from the Commission for Social Care Inspectorate (CSCI) following it’s inspection of its’ domiciliary care service. SAFSS has also worked closely with the local community and held a very successful trip to Thorpe Park for over 190 children and young people with disabilities and their families. SAFSS also celebrated its’ 21st anniversary with a star-studded event and raised over £4,500 for activities for children and adults with disabilities.

For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk

Notes:

1.Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides a range of quality care support services and opportunities to enable South Asian children and young people with disabilities and their families to enhance their quality of life. All SAFSS’ services users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

2. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides the following services - an After School Club, domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service.

3. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917




 

Thousands Raised For Charity (August 2007)

Award-winning celebrities and best-selling artists helped Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) celebrate its 21st anniversary, and raised thousands of pounds in the process.

International stars including chart-topping performer Taz, music producer Mukhtar Sahota and singer-songwriter Am’nico wow-ed the 400 capacity crowd at the dinner and dance event managed by Best of Both Worlds.

Hosted by the BBC’s Satnam Rana and BBC Asian Network’s Sukhi Bart over £4,500 was raised to support SAFSS work with South Asian children and young people with disabilities. Performances by Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama, the Aashiyana Dance Company, and dhol playing by Made of Music showcased the best in British Asian Entertainment and made for an exceptional evening.

Chief Executive Parpinder Dhatt said ” What a fantastic night! Thank you to everyone who attended and who has supported SAFSS through this event. To have so many people under one roof, coming together to celebrate the successes and achievements of children and young people with disabilities was overwhelming. It was lovely to see our children and young people dancing and thoroughly enjoying themselves alongside our sponsors, supporters, friends and family. “

Davinder Sandhu, Chair of the Board of Trustees said “This is the first event SAFSS has organised in our 21 year history and I am proud of how well the event was organised and managed and how much all those who attended enjoyed the evening. My sincere thanks to everyone who has supported SAFSS through this event. ”

The event highlighted the issues faced by South Asian children and young people with disabilities and their families through a show-reel of SAFSS services and work. Parent Mussrat Parveen said, “The event was good and the SAFSS show-reel introduced some of the difficulties and issues that South Asian families who have a child with a disability face.”

The event raised funds for activities and trips for South Asian children and young people with disabilities thanks to sponsorship from local companies including Big Johns, Bright Ideas, Hallbrookes Accountants, Khazana, Mann and Co solicitors and Shere Khan. A number of local organisations are also supporting the event.

For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk




Notes:

1.Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides a range of quality care support services and opportunities to enable South Asian children and young people with disabilities and their families to enhance their quality of life. All SAFSS’ services users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

2. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides the following services - an After School Club, domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service.

3. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917

4. Taz, is one of the biggest selling Asian fusion artists of all time. With his band Stereo Nation and as a solo artist he has released 14 albums, has performed at the Indian Oscars (IIFA), spent thirty six weeks at the top of the UK Asian pop charts and was awarded ‘Best International Act’ at the 2005 Asian Music Awards. Taz was born and raised in Warwickshire.

5. Mukhtar Sahota is an established music producer and artist. Mukhtar has worked with his family band the “Sahota’s”, as a solo artist and more recently with Arif Lohar on the award winning album ‘21st Centuary Jungi’ (for which they were awarded Best Folk Pop Album 2007 and Best Non Residential Punjabi Vocalist 2007 at the Punjabi Music Awards in India). Mukhtar is based and was born in Wolverhapmton.

6.Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama mix classical and traditional Asian Folk music. They are established recording artists having recorded eleven albums between them. Well known as ‘Bollywood singers’ their vocals have been used on many films including the film ‘Kyun’ released in 2007.

7. Aashiyana Arts are Aruna and Sohan Kailey who perform both Indian dance and Bhangra. Bhangra is the popular Punjabi folk dance which celebrates the harvest season through performing to exhilarating bears of the dhol (drum).

8. Satnam Rana joined Midlands Today in 2002 and produces and co-presents Midlands Masala on BBC WM. Born and raised in Wolverhampton Satnam is an established journalist who also works on the BBC’s Regional programme, Inside Out.

9. Sukhi Bart is a freelance radio presenter, compere and producer currently working for the BBC Asian Network. Sukhi has compered many of the regions Melas (festivals).

10. Sponsors of the Event include All Seasons, Big Johns, Blue Gates Pub, Blue Sky Taxi’s Bright Ideas, Chocolate Tiers, Fusion canapés, Hallbrookes Accountants, Khazana, Maalwa, Mann and Co Solicitors, Michaels Supermarket, Red Fort, Shere Khan, Smethwick FC, Very Veggie and Warley Hardware



 

Children Star-Struck By Celebrity Visit (August 2007)

Children and young people at Sandwell Asian Family Support Service had stars in their eyes today when music producer Mukhtar Sahota and singer-songwriter Am’nico paid a visit to celebrate 21 years of the charity.

The children and young people with disabilities entertained the stars – who will be performing at SAFSS 21st Anniversary Dinner and Dance on the 31st August 2007 – with a musical performance. They were joined by Taj from Made of Music who will also be performing at the event.

Hosted by the BBC’s Satnam Rana and BBC Asian Network’s Sukhi Bart, the dinner and dance will showcase the best in British Asian entertainment and will include special performances by Taz (Stereo Nation), Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama, the Aashiyana Dance Company, and dhol playing by Made of Music.

The event, jointly managed by Best of Both Worlds, will raise funds for activities and trips for South Asian children and young people with disabilities thanks to sponsorship from local companies including Big Johns, Bright Ideas, Hallbrookes Accountants, Johal Catering, Khazana, Mann and Co solicitors and Shere Khan. A number of local organisations are also supporting the event.

Chief Executive Parpinder K Dhatt said “ All our children and young people enjoyed the visit from Mukhtar Sahota, Am’nico and Taj. It’s great to have support from such high-profile performers and we’re looking forward to seeing them perform at our event. Tickets are going fast so we encourage people to book now for what looks to be a very exciting night.”

The dinner and dance being held at Samsons Palace, Oldbury on 31st August 2007 and will commence at 7pm with a champagne reception and a three course meal.

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service was established in 1986 to respond to research conducted by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation which identified South Asian families were not taking up mainstream health and care services. SAFSS continues to provide a range of culturally sensitive services for children and young people with disabilities or life-limiting conditions and their families, working with families to break down the cultural and language barriers they face in accessing services and to lead more independent lives.

For further information about SAFSS or tickets for the 21st anniversary event please contact Parpinder or Kiren on 0121 558 2198 (07895) 348 848

For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk




Notes:

1.Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides a range of quality care support services and opportunities to enable South Asian children and young people with disabilities and their families to enhance their quality of life. All SAFSS’ services users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

2. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides the following services - an After School Club, domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service.

3. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917

4. Taz, is one of the biggest selling Asian fusion artists of all time. With his band Stereo Nation and as a solo artist he has released 14 albums, has performed at the Indian Oscars (IIFA), spent thirty six weeks at the top of the UK Asian pop charts and was awarded ‘Best International Act’ at the 2005 Asian Music Awards. Taz was born and raised in Warwickshire.

5. Mukhtar Sahota is an established music producer and artist. Mukhtar has worked with his family band the “Sahota’s”, as a solo artist and more recently with Arif Lohar on the award winning album ‘21st Centuary Jungi’ (for which they were awarded Best Folk Pop Album 2007 and Best Non Residential Punjabi Vocalist 2007 at the Punjabi Music Awards in India). Mukhtar is based and was born in Wolverhampton.

6.Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama mix classical and traditional Asian Folk music. They are established recording artists having recorded eleven albums between them. Well known as ‘Bollywood singers’ their vocals have been used on many films including the film ‘Kyun’ released in 2007.

7. Aashiyana Arts are Aruna and Sohan Kailey who perform both Indian dance and Bhangra. Bhangra is the popular Punjabi folk dance which celebrates the harvest season through performing to exhilarating bears of the dhol (drum).

8. Satnam Rana joined Midlands Today in 2002 and produces and co-presents Midlands Masala on BBC WM. Born and raised in Wolverhampton Satnam is an established journalist who also works on the BBC’s Regional programme, Inside Out.

9. Sukhi Bart is a freelance radio presenter, compere and producer currently working for the BBC Asian Network. Sukhi has compered many of the regions Melas (festivals).

10. Sponsors of the Event include All Seasons, Big Johns, Blue Gates Pub, Blue Sky Taxi’s Bright Ideas, Chocolate Tiers, Fusion canapés, Hallbrookes Accountants, Khazana, Maalwa, Mann and Co Solicitors, Michaels Supermarket, Red Fort, Shere Khan, Smethwick FC, Very Veggie and Warley Hardware


 

Stars Support Asian Charities’ Event (August 2007)

Award-winning celebrities and best-selling artists are flocking to the Midlands to support Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) as it celebrates it’s 21st anniversary.

International stars including chart-topping performer Taz, music producer Mukhtar Sahota and singer-songwriter Am’nico will be performing at the dinner and dance event to celebrate the achievements of South Asian children and young people with disabilities.

Hosted by the BBC’s Satnam Rana and BBC Asian Network’s Sukhi Bart, the entertainment will showcase the best in British Asian entertainment and will include special performances by Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama, the Aashiyana Dance Company, and dhol playing by Made of Music - audience participation required!

The event will raise funds for activities and trips for South Asian children and young people with disabilities thanks to sponsorship from local companies including Big Johns, Bright Ideas, Hallbrookes Accountants, Johal Catering, Khazana, Mann and Co solicitors and Shere Khan. A number of local organisations are also supporting the event.

Chief Executive Parpinder K Dhatt said “My sincere thanks to all the celebrities and sponsors for their support and generous donations. At this event we will raise much needed funds for our work with children and young people with disabilities and make a real difference to the community that we serve. My thanks to the local community who have got behind this event and will make it a huge success.”

The dinner and dance being held at Samsons Palace, Oldbury on 31st August 2007 and will commence at 7pm with a champagne reception and a three course meal.

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service was established in 1986 to respond to research conducted by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation which identified South Asian families were not taking up mainstream health and care services. SAFSS continues to provide a range of culturally sensitive services for children and young people with disabilities or life-limiting conditions and their families, working with families to break down the cultural and language barriers they face in accessing services and to lead more independent lives.

For further information about SAFSS or tickets for the 21st anniversary event please contact Parpinder or Kiren on 0121 558 2198 (07895) 348 848

For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk




Notes:

1.Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides a range of quality care support services and opportunities to enable South Asian children and young people with disabilities and their families to enhance their quality of life. All SAFSS’ services users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

2. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides the following services - an After School Club, domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service.

3. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917

4. Taz, is one of the biggest selling Asian fusion artists of all time. With his band Stereo Nation and as a solo artist he has released 14 albums, has performed at the Indian Oscars (IIFA), spent thirty six weeks at the top of the UK Asian pop charts and was awarded ‘Best International Act’ at the 2005 Asian Music Awards. Taz was born and raised in Warwickshire.

5. Mukhtar Sahota is an established music producer and artist. Mukhtar has worked with his family band the “Sahota’s”, as a solo artist and more recently with Arif Lohar on the award winning album ‘21st Centuary Jungi’ (for which they were awarded Best Folk Pop Album 2007 and Best Non Residential Punjabi Vocalist 2007 at the Punjabi Music Awards in India). Mukhtar is based and was born in Wolverhapmton.

6.Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama mix classical and traditional Asian Folk music. They are established recording artists having recorded eleven albums between them. Well known as ‘Bollywood singers’ their vocals have been used on many films including the film ‘Kyun’ released in 2007.

7. Aashiyana Arts are Aruna and Sohan Kailey who perform both Indian dance and Bhangra. Bhangra is the popular Punjabi folk dance which celebrates the harvest season through performing to exhilarating bears of the dhol (drum).

8. Satnam Rana joined Midlands Today in 2002 and produces and co-presents Midlands Masala on BBC WM. Born and raised in Wolverhampton Satnam is an established journalist who also works on the BBC’s Regional programme, Inside Out.

9. Sukhi Bart is a freelance radio presenter, compere and producer currently working for the BBC Asian Network. Sukhi has compered many of the regions Melas (festivals).

10. Sponsors of the Event include All Seasons, Big Johns, Blue Gates Pub, Blue Sky Taxi’s Bright Ideas, Chocolate Tiers, Fusion canapés, Hallbrookes Accountants, Khazana, Maalwa, Mann and Co Solicitors, Michaels Supermarket, Red Fort, Shere Khan, Smethwick FC, Very Veggie and Warley Hardware

 

Children Fly the Flag for Independence Day (August 2007)

Children and young people with disabilities celebrated the 60th Anniversary of India and Pakistan independence.

The children, who all attend the After School Club at Sandwell Asian Family Support Service, re-created the flags of both India and Pakistan and learnt about the history of each country. All the children who attend the group are Hindu, Sikh and Muslim and came together to learn about the…

Following the decision by Britain to withdraw from India, India was partitioned along religious lines in June 1947. Pakistan and India were established as independent countries with predominantly Muslim areas allocated to Pakistan and Hindu areas allocated to India. The division of India and Pakistan has resulted in violence and the loss of more than 1 million lives.

SAFSS celebrates it’s 21st anniversary on 31st August 2007 with a Dinner and Dance event at Samson’s Palace, Oldbury. Taz International stars including chart-topping performer Taz, music producer Mukhtar Sahota and singer-songwriter Am’nico will be performing at the dinner and dance event to celebrate the achievements of South Asian children and young people with disabilities.

Hosted by the BBC’s Satnam Rana and BBC Asian Network’s Sukhi Bart, the entertainment will showcase the best in British Asian entertainment and will include special performances by Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama, the Ashyana Dance Company, and dhol playing by Made of Music


For further information about SAFSS or tickets for the 21st anniversary event please contact Parpinder or Kiren on 0121 558 2198

For further information regarding this media release contact
Claire Bradshaw on (0121) 558 2198 email
Claire.bradshaw@blueyonder.co.uk Notes:

1.Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides a range of quality care support services and opportunities to enable South Asian children and young people with disabilities and their families to enhance their quality of life. All SAFSS’ services users are of South Asian origin (Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani) and are aged 0-35 years.

2. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service provides the following services - an After School Club, domiciliary care (care at home service), a young adults group, parents and carers support group and a liaison and outreach service.

3. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is based at Fenton Street, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR (0121) 558 2198. Sandwell Asian Family Support Service is a registered charity 1098917

4. Taz, is one of the biggest selling Asian fusion artists of all time. With his band Stereo Nation and as a solo artist he has released 14 albums, has performed at the Indian Oscars (IIFA), spent thirty six weeks at the top of the UK Asian pop charts and was awarded ‘Best International Act’ at the 2005 Asian Music Awards. Taz was born and raised in Warwickshire.

5. Mukhtar Sahota is an established music producer and artist. Mukhtar has worked with his family band the “Sahota’s”, as a solo artist and more recently with Arif Lohar on the award winning album ‘21st Centuary Jungi’ (for which they were awarded Best Folk Pop Album 2007 and Best Non Residential Punjabi Vocalist 2007 at the Punjabi Music Awards in India). Mukhtar is based and was born in Wolverhapmton.

6.Hitesh (Man from Africa) and Rama mix classical and traditional Asian Folk music. They are established recording artists having recorded eleven albums between them. Well known as ‘Bollywood singers’ their vocals have been used on many films including the film ‘Kyun’ released in 2007.

7. Aashiyana Arts are Aruna Pun and Sohan Kailey who perform both classical Indian dance and Bhangra. Bhangra is the popular Punjabi folk dance which celebrates the harvest season through performing to exhilarating bears of the dhol (drum).

8. Satnam Rana joined Midlands Today in 2002 and produces and co-presents Midlands Masala on BBC WM. Born and raised in Wolverhampton Satnam is an established journalist who also works on the BBC’s Regional programme, Inside Out.

9. Sukhi Bart is a freelance radio presenter, compere and producer currently working for the BBC Asian Network. Sukhi has compered many of the regions Melas (festivals).

10. Sponsors of the Event include All Seasons, Big Johns, Blue Gates Pub, Blue Sky Taxi’s Bright Ideas, Chocolate Tiers, Fusion canapés, Hallbrookes Accountants, Johal Caterers, Khazana, Maalwa, Mann and Co Solicitors, Michaels Supermarket, Red Fort, Shere Khan, Smethwick FC, Very Veggie and Warley Hardware

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

 

Asian Organisation to get a make over (June 2007)

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) will be getting a Changing Rooms-style make-over thanks to the staff of Unifix – and they will only have one day to do it!

The challenge - to completely redecorate a room used by children and young people with disabilities in one working day - has been set as part of the Business in the Community’s employee volunteering programme, Cares.

Taking up the challenge are a team of 12 Unifix volunteers, who will descend on the site at 9am on Tuesday June 12 to kit out the multi-purpose room with items donated by local organisations.

24 hours later children with disabilities will be benefiting from a range of donated toys, videos and games, and a brand new television, while parents will be able to relax in a new ‘cosy area’.

Parpinder K Dhatt, Chief Executive of SAFSS said “ We are thrilled to have the staff of Unifix supporting SAFSS. Our children, young people and parents frequently use this room and it is in need of a complete redecoration. To undertake this in just one day is a big task but we know Unifix can do it!

“Our service users are very excited about the redecoration, especially as the volunteers have managed to obtain a huge range of donated goods to kit the room out. A special thank you to all the companies and individuals who have kindly given donations and their time.”

Mr Habib, whose son Aftab has been using the services at SAFSS for ten years, said:

“Aftab loves coming to the centre at SAFSS and is really excited about the new room. As a parent it makes a big difference to know that organisations like Unifix are helping SAFSS to support parents of children with disabilities in Sandwell.”

Anyone interested in the services that SAFSS provides should contact Neelam Pallen – Manager on (0121) 558 2198

Monday, December 11, 2006

 

Services for children and young people with disabilities


Monday, November 13, 2006

 

SAFSS Supports More Families

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) is now providing services to over 100 South Asian families who have children and young people with disabilities in the Sandwell area.

Families are supported through our range of services which includes Care in the Home (domiciliary care service 0-30 years of age), our After School Club, our Advice and Liaison Service and our Parents and Carers Support Group.

These services allow parents to have respite from their caring responsibilities. Their children and young people receive services appropriate to their individual needs. This may be on a one-to-one basis in the home or in a group setting at our Centre.

In order to provide a quality and consistent service SAFSS are registered with OfSted and the Commission for Social Care Inspectorate (CSCI) and adhere to the national minimum standards.

If you require further information on any of the above or would like to know how SAFSS can support you please contact Neelam Pallen (0121) 558 2198 or drop into our Centre on the first floor of the ASRA Building, Fenton Street, Smethwick B66 1HR

We look forward to meeting you and your family.

Monday, October 30, 2006

 

Welcome to the SAFSS blog

Sandwell Asian Family Support Service (SAFSS) are in the process of producing a website. In the interim we will be using this blog to keep you updated on what is happening at SAFSS.

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