AN afternoon tea event was held at Usk Centenary Hall last Wednesday (8th July) to allow people to share their views on the council's short break respite services.

Organised by Monmouthshire County Council's (MCC) children with disabilities team, it encouraged service users to share their positive experiences or their thoughts on how they think things could be improved.

The cabinet member for social care and health, councillor Geoff Burrows, said: "The event was a big success, allowing service users to provide invaluable feedback in a relaxed, informal environment. It also allowed people to mix and socialise with others in similar situations. We will be analysing all the feedback provided and use it to further improve the service we provide to residents."

Service users can also voice their opinion in a short online survey at https://goo.gl/elhSNE">https://goo.gl/elhSNE before Friday 24th July.

There are currently eight short-break carers in Monmouthshire, but more are needed.

For more information about short break respite services, telephone 01291 637857 or speak to a social worker.