You may have seen in the news recently that the government’s new Emergency Alerts system will be tested on Sunday April 23. Here is the sound you will hear: The new alert system could create a risk to people experiencing domestic abuse, who for their safety have a secret or secondary mobile phone. […]
We will be having lots of fun at our Easter Holiday sessions so come and join us by booking your place here. Book your place on one of our sessions here
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SIGNAL Family Support are a mutual support group for the families of autistic children and young people (ages 0-25) living in Lewisham. Established in 1993 by a small group of parents, from the original dozen families there are now over 400. They provide access to inclusive activities such as trampolining and swimming and trips
Putting children at risk Katrina Phillips, Chief Executive, Child Accident Prevention Trust: “Rogue online sellers are abusing parents’ trust and putting children at risk. They’re not just selling cheap products that may break more easily. Dangerous products include those with easy-access button batteries that can burn through a child’s food pipe, super-strong magnets that can
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March 21st marked Single Parents Day 2023. Gingerbread, the UK Single Parent’s Charity have carried out research to produce an up-to-date picture of what it means to be a single parent in the UK in 2023. The findings are stark – the cost-of-living crisis has disproportionately impacted single parents, who are finding it harder and harder
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It’s no secret that peekaboo is a hit with babies around the world and a great way of entertaining them even at a very young age. But did you know that this simple game can play a really important part in their early language learning as they wait their turn to react? When can babies
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Youth First are opening their youth clubs across Lewisham during the Easter holidays. Full of fun-packed activities and free for young people aged 8-19 years old (to 25 with SEND) to have fun, develop skills, meet other young people and talk to their dedicated youth workers. Sessions will include a free food offer thanks to
You may have heard that the chancellor has announced some changes to childcare funding. It can all sound a little confusing so here is what the government announced: Childcare We are helping parents with childcare so they can return to work more easily via a range of new measures. Increasing childcare support: Working parents
Start for Life have released two new booklets on breastfeeding and bottle feeding. There’s lots of great advice on breastfeeding such as: Why breastfeeding is great for your baby Latching on & how to breastfeed Signs that your baby is feeding well Knowing if your baby is getting enough milk Your baby’s nappies
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All new and expectant parents worry about how much sleep they are getting but how your baby sleeps is a much more important topic. During Safer Sleep Week The Lullaby Trust focused on safer co-sleeping. The Lullaby Trust has a range of publications that provide support and advice. Some leaflets are available
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