Information, Support and Advice Service Newsletter December 2021

7th December 2021Lee Wilkinson
We are pleased to be able to share with you the sixth Information, Advice and Support Service (IASS) information newsletter.
This issue includes:
  • A spotlight article on Northumberland ‘Be You’ – children and young people’s emotional health and wellbeing support
  • A feature article on Calmer Therapy group – Morpeth
  • Information from various organisations and the activities and support they provide in the north east for children, young people, and their parents/carers.  There are some Christmas activities, which we hope you enjoy.

 

Other documents attached:

Pathways 4 All

17th November 2021Lee Wilkinson

Click here to view a leaflet about Pathways 4 All.

Pathways 4 All is a parent led charity, providing family centred play and leisure opportunities for disabled children, teens and young adults.

As well as their usual term time hours at the Tim Lamb Centre, they also welcome new parents to their coffee mornings, which take place at the centre, 9.30-11.30 Thursday mornings term-time. Refreshments are free.

For more information you can search them on Facebook, or you can visit their website at www.pathways4all.co.uk

 

Place2Be – Behaviour & Mental Health Support

10th November 2021Lee Wilkinson

Looking for practical advice to help you support your primary school age children and manage behaviour?

Want some tried and tested tips parents have found helpful?

Parenting Smart offers practical advice for parents and carers of children aged 4-11. All of their content is created by Place2Be’s parenting experts. It’s based on evidence and their experiences working with children, young people and their families.

Browse their articles for answers to some common parenting questions.

About Place2Be

Place2Be is a children’s mental health charity that provides mental health support and training in UK schools. Their tried and tested model is backed by research. They believe that children should not have to face mental health problems alone. Find out more about their work on our by clicking here.

Family Tree Coffee Morning

10th November 2021Lee Wilkinson

Following the success of the Family Tree launch event, the Family Tree group have arranged a follow up coffee morning with a focus on behavioural issues. The event is free for parents and carers of children with additional needs and any staff working with them are also welcome. The event will take place at the Blyth Scout Headquarters at South Beach Estate in Blyth from 9.15 – 12 noon on Wednesday, 24th November. A programme is attached for further information.

Family Partnership Updates

8th October 2021Glynis Burn

We have now started our Family Partnership Meetings, and it has been really nice to meet you and chat ‘face to face’.

We look forward to meeting you all over the next few weeks.

In the meantime, if you have anything you would like to discuss with the Family Team, then please do not hesitate to contact us.

We have also posted on the Website and our Facebook page, information about the Max Card.  This card gives discount or free entry to many venues across Northumberland, and further afield.  We can also support you with your application.

Glynis & Tracy (Blythdale)

Jan & Demi (Ashdale)

 

National Sleep Helpline

8th October 2021Lee Wilkinson

One in four children in the UK are not getting enough sleep, this has an impact on their behaviour and ability to learn, as well as their physical health.

The National Sleep helpline is run by trained sleep advisors who can talk to young people directly, or their parents.

The helpline is open 5 nights a week, Sunday to Thursday, 7-9pm and the number is freephone 03303 530 541.

You can read more here: https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/national-sleep-helpline/

Disability Sport Sessions

7th October 2021Lee Wilkinson
Disability Sport Sessions running during October Half Term holidays for 10-19 years olds and their siblings:
  • Northumberland – Tuesday 26th October 10am-12nn at Ashington Leisure Centre
  • Northumberland – Tuesday 26th October 1.30-3.30pm at Ashington Leisure Centre – session for families
  • Tyne & Wear – Thursday 28th October 10am-12nn at Blue Flames Sporting Club
  • Durham – Friday 29th October 10am-12nn at The Louisa Centre
Also don’t forget the regular multi-sport sessions that happen:
 
Tyne & Wear
10-19 year olds – Wednesday’s 5.30pm-6.30pm at Blue Flames Sporting Club
5-10 year olds – 4th Sunday of the month 11am-12nn at West Moor Community Centre
Adults – Wednesday’s 10.30-11.30am at The Parks Sport Centre
Durham
10-19 year olds – Thursday’s 6.30-7.30pm at The Louisa Centre
5-10 year olds – 3rd Sunday of the month 10-11am at Belmont Community Association
Northumberland 
10-19 year olds – Friday’s 5.30-6.30pm at Sporting Club Cramlington
5-10 year olds – 2nd sunday of the month 10-11am at Beaconhill Community Centre
Adults – Tuesday’s 10.30-11.30am at the Willowburn Leisure Centre

Max Card

7th October 2021Lee Wilkinson

What’s A Max Card?

The Max Card is the UK’s leading discount card for foster families and families of children with additional needs. Families can use their Max Card at venues across the UK to get free or discounted admission.

What’s On

There are thousands of discounted days out to be explored with your Max Card.

Their Aim

They aim to make the Max Card accessible to all eligible families across the UK with the help
of local authorities.

Apply Now

Early Help Team Parenting Courses

14th September 2021Lee Wilkinson

The Early Help Team currently run 2 workshops for parents who may need support and guidance on parenting. These courses are run every 4 weeks and are held virtually for 2.5 hours.

These workshops are as follows:

6-10 years – Pre-Teen Parenting Course
Parenting, routines and boundaries
Sleep
Internet Safety
Puberty
Brain Development
Behaviour and Emotional Regulation
Leading by Example

11-16 years – Teen Parenting Course
Behaviour and parenting
Sleep
Internet Safety
Brain Development
Mental Health
Drugs and Alcohol

If you feel would benefit from attending, please contact Glynis or Tracy on 01670 352556 and an application will be submitted on your behalf.