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Ards, North Down & Down Fortnightly News- Issue 83

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Welcome to the 83rd edition of the fortnightly newsletter for Locality Planning Groups in Ards, North Down and Down. 

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Welcome back to this Christmas edition for Children and Young People’s services and Families across the Down and Ards & North Down Locality Planning Groups, special focus on loneliness. 

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Christmas Edition Family Support Hub Newsletter

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The December edition of the Family Support Hub Newsletter is now available  https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/45035/fsh-newsletter-dec2024.pdf

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Can’t believe we are issuing our Christmas 2024 edition of Family Support Hub news!!! This edition of the Family Support Hub Newsletter is stuffed full of information, events and good news stories across the Family Support Network as well as focusing on much needed support for families over the festive period and beyond.

It is also packed full of information for parents/carers, early years, children & young people with a disability,  mental health and wellbeing advice,  Helplines and much more – make sure you download your copy now!

Previous editions of the newsletter are available at  http://www.cypsp.hscni.net/family-support-hubs  under Family Support Newsletter section.

Issue 137 – Southern Area FYI – 21st November 2024

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Welcome to Issue 137 of our fortnightly newsletter, ‘FYI’ (For Your Information).

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The run up to Christmas hasn’t eased the workload of key services and organisations supporting children, young people and families. A lot of colleagues we have spoken with are under more pressure to support families at this time of the year with practical and emotional support. Please have a look through this edition of ‘FYI’ and, if there is anything that may be of use to you, your colleagues or families with whom you work, then be sure to pass on this vital information.

Our next edition, and the last issue of 2024, will be on Thursday 5th December, so please make sure any submissions for inclusion are with us by Tuesday 3rd December.

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ABC Council Community Support Hubs

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A number of ‘Community Support Hubs’ offering confidential help, support and advice for residents across the Council area, as well as a warm welcome and cup of tea, will open up to the public in November.

Organised by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, these Community Support Hubs will give residents an opportunity to meet with key support organisations who will give advice and guidance around matters relating to housing, food, fuel, universal credit, advice provision and more.

The Hubs will also offer information on home safety, waste management, training and employability, health and wellbeing, as well as signposting to the correct support organisations to ensure people can access the right help for their circumstances.

The Community Support Hub information is now live on the Council website and can be previewed on the link below:

Drop-in Community Support Hubs – where everyone is welcome – Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council

Please download the following Community Support Hub flyers for information on venues and dates:

The QR code on the flyer will take you directly to our Council website.

The first Community Support Hub took place in Lurgan Town Hall on Tuesday 12th November 2024. 

Mindwise Parenting Workshop – Fermanagh

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Image with text, two people and a QR code promoting Mindwise parenting workshop We are excited to invite you to a Parent Workshop and Information Session for our new program, Beyond Bricks Wellness, on Wednesday, November 27th, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Fermanagh House.

This workshop will introduce Beyond Bricks Wellness, a pilot program designed to support children aged 5–12 who are experiencing emotional health and well-being challenges. Through play-based approaches, we aim to foster a trusting environment where children can understand their emotions and develop resilience skills for now and in the future.

Recognising the essential role of parents in this journey, we are also committed to supporting parents’ well-being.

This session will provide valuable insights on supporting your child’s emotional growth, along with resources for enhancing your own well-being as caregivers. Additionally, we welcome your feedback to help shape and improve our programs.