DISABLED young people staying at a specially-adapted respite bungalow in Barry will now be able to watch movies on the big screen thanks to a local company’s donation.

Improvements, also including a new kitchen area, have been made following a donation by Dow Corning to Vale Short Breaks, a purpose built four-bedroomed bungalow - known locally as Ty Robin - which provides breaks for the most vulnerable disabled children and young people.

The centre is run by Action for Children which provides disabled six to 17-year-olds with a chance to experience new things and develop their skills.

Dow Corning’s £3,800 donation has allowed the centre to install a full cinema system, making it easier for visually-impaired residents to view the screen, and a new height-adjustable sink in the community kitchen area, helping wheelchair-bound children and young people to complete everyday tasks.

Shirley Steffen from Action for Children said: “We are so grateful for the very generous donation from Dow Corning and their staff. The relationship with this important local business is special and has real benefits for our short breaks centre in Barry.

“The changes we have made to the kitchen mean that the children and young people who use our centre can learn to cook with us, boosting their independence and confidence.

"The new cinema system has proved enormously popular, while the planters in the garden have greatly enhanced the look and feel of the centre.

"Such donations improve vulnerable children’s lives and we look forward to this valuable relationship continuing.”

Johanne Stacey-Davies, Educational Links Coordinator for Dow Corning in Barry, said: “Dow Corning is committed to supporting the local community and we were very happy to provide Ty Robin with the donation to make these important changes for the children and young people staying at the centre.

“We hope that the improvements made will help boost the enjoyment of the residents and enhance their learning environment.”