Redbridge Young Carers take Barnardo's Thames river cruise

WernerCo UK and Thames Boat Cruises & Events joined together with Barnardo’s to give 39 children supported by the Young Carers service a great day out.

The event on August 9 was the first time since the start of the pandemic that the charity’s London region had been able to stage a major event for its families.

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Staff and volunteers from Barnardos Young Carers service. Picture: Barnardos

Marisa Olusemo, 18, said: “I really enjoyed the riverboat cruise.

Young people from Barnardo's Young Carers service

“The support I have received from Barnardo’s Young Carers service over the past four years has made a massive difference to my life.

“Being able to attend the homework club each week from the age of 15 undoubtedly helped me to get to university.”

The view from the top deck. Picture: Barnardos

Assistant director of children services for Barnardo’s London Rajinder Nagra said: “The summer holidays can be a really difficult time for the children and families we support, which is why a magical event such as this can make for the happiest of memories.

“Our children and families had a wonderful time and we are very grateful to all of the staff and volunteers who helped to ensure a successful and safe event.”