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Emotionally Based School Avoidance Parent Group – Southern Trust Area

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Are you a parent or carer in the Southern Trust area supporting a child experiencing emotionally based school avoidance?

Join this supportive online session to connect with others who understand the challenges.

 Date: Monday 12th January 2026
 Time: 7 – 8pm
 Venue: Online via Zoom
 Hosted by: The Parent Participation Service

To receive the Zoom link, please email: ppinbox@ci-ni.org.uk

Graphic promoting an online Parent Group for Emotionally Based School Avoidance. It invites parents and carers in the Southern Trust area to connect and share experiences. The session is scheduled for Monday 12th January 2026 from 7–8pm and will be held online. Participants are asked to email ppinbox@ci-ni.org.uk to receive the Zoom link. The event is supported by the Parent Participation Service and features logos for CYPSP and Children in Northern Ireland, along with a visual of puzzle pieces with people on them symbolizing connection and support.

 

Christmas Edition Family Support Newsletter

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The Christmas edition of the Family Support Hub Newsletter is now available at  https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/47245/fsh-newsletter-dec2025.pdf  

(Please Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears).

As we approach the festive season, this edition is filled with events, activities, and services designed to support families across our region during what can be both a joyful and challenging time of year. Whether you are a parent, carer, or professional working with families, we hope you find something helpful and uplifting within these pages.

This newsletter is a celebration of the incredible work happening in our communities and the commitment of everyone involved in supporting families. It’s also a reminder that help is always available, no one should feel alone during the holidays.

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.

Regards,

Children’s Services Team

 

Children & Young People’s Resource Pack – Christmas Edition

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Cover page of the Children and Young People’s Resource Pack – Christmas Edition, December 2025. The design features festive illustrations including snowmen, Christmas trees, bells, holly, and gifts around the border. The CYPSP logo is at the top, followed by the title ‘Children & Young People’s Resource Pack’ in bold, and a yellow label stating ‘Christmas Edition December 2025

It’s Christmas!!!!

We are excited to share the Christmas Edition of the Children and Young People’s Resource Pack – packed with fun, creative, and seasonal activities to support children, young people, and families across Northern Ireland.

Whether you are a parent, carer, youth worker, teacher, or young person looking for something exciting to do on the run up to Christmas, this pack is bursting with:

  • Creative Crafts & Activities – from doodling prompts to festive garlands
  • Inclusive Resources – neuro-friendly Santa letters and sensory-friendly tips
  • Wellbeing & Kindness Calendars – promoting mental health and positive actions
  • Bereavement Support – gentle ways to remember loved ones during the holidays

Download your free copy here: https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/426/cyp-resource-pack/47234/children-young-peoples-resource-pack-christmas-dec-25.pdf

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears).

Resources and activities are free and in the public domain.

Please share widely with colleagues, families, and community groups! ️

The Children’s Service Planning Team

#CYPSP #ChristmasFun #SupportingFamilies #ChildrenAndYoungPeople #ResourcePack 

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 4th December 2025

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Locality Planning Belfast – Information Update 04/12/25” by CYPSP and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. The left section features a green poster titled “Libraries NI Christmas Events” with festive decorations and cartoon elves at the bottom. It mentions free events in libraries across Northern Ireland, including story times, crafts, and family activities, with booking recommended. Social media icons for Facebook and Twitter are shown. The right section displays a festive image of wrapped gifts, ornaments, and pinecones on a white wooden background, with text reading “Festive Fun in Libraries Across Northern Ireland” and “Free Christmas Events in Libraries NI this December.” A footer invites sharing information via email at LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Locality Planning Belfast – Information Update 04/12/25” by CYPSP and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. The left section features a green poster titled “Libraries NI Christmas Events” with festive decorations and cartoon elves at the bottom. It mentions free events in libraries across Northern Ireland, including story times, crafts, and family activities, with booking recommended. Social media icons for Facebook and Twitter are shown. The right section displays a festive image of wrapped gifts, ornaments, and pinecones on a white wooden background, with text reading “Festive Fun in Libraries Across Northern Ireland” and “Free Christmas Events in Libraries NI this December.” A footer invites sharing information via email at LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Download Issue

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

If you have any information you would like to share across our Locality Planning Group members in Belfast, please email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Western Area FYI – Issue 25 – December 2025

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Your FYI is a monthly round up of all things family support and early intervention / prevention across the Western trust and beyond.

Cover page of FYI newsletter, December 2025, Issue 25, from Western Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP. The header includes the FYI logo and the text 'For Your Information.' The contents list includes family support, youth support, cost of living, neurodiversity, infant mental health/ breastfeeding, digital safeguarding, addiction, emotional wellbeing & mental health, training/ conferences, western sure start projects/ childcare partnerships/ family support hubs, useful links & informative media links, CRIS leaflet

Cover page of FYI newsletter, December 2025, Issue 25, from Western Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP. The header includes the FYI logo and the text ‘For Your Information.’ The contents list includes family support, youth support, cost of living, neurodiversity, infant mental health/ breastfeeding, digital safeguarding, addiction, emotional wellbeing & mental health, training/ conferences, western sure start projects/ childcare partnerships/ family support hubs, useful links & informative media links, CRIS leaflet

Download Issue 25

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

If you would like to contribute upcoming consultations, training, articles, or events that practitioners from the community, voluntary or statutory sectors within the Western Trust will find useful please contact:

Dr Priscilla Magee – Mobile  07880723076     priscilla.magee@westerntrust.hscni.net

Paul Sweeney – Mobile  07387259117     paul.sweeney@westerntrust.hscni.net