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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.

Daily Mile Network

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The Education Authority is pleased to be a member of The Daily Mile Network in Northern Ireland.

What is the Daily Mile?

The Daily Mile is an initiative aimed at encouraging children to run or jog for 15 minutes every day in their schools or nurseries.

In Northern Ireland there is a network of organisations that support The Daily Mile.  Established in 2019, it works to promote the Daily Mile and its benefits for schools and their pupils. Currently we have 70% of primary schools (May 2024) and 86 Early Years settings in Northern Ireland registered. 

Follow the link for further information: Daily Mile Network | Education Authority Northern Ireland

Issue 137 – Southern Area FYI – 21st November 2024

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

Image with text promoting FYI (For Your Information)

Image with text promoting FYI (For Your Information)

Download Issue 137

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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.

Locality Development Team (Southern Trust Area)

A Healthier Holiday Season

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At Christmas we’re often surrounded by so much delicious food and drink. You  can still enjoy the festive period without overdoing it.

The 80:20 principle can be helpful – making healthier choices 80% of the time, which allows space for enjoying some of your favourite festive foods over the holiday season. 

Image with text, Christmas Graze board food and QR code to scan

Image with text, Christmas Graze board food and QR code to scan

Find out more top tips from our Public Health Dietitians in this short video.

Scan the QR code or click the link to watch: https://youtu.be/u_8Upqynyq4?si=EZQekFLF1Q_okFZM

 

 

 

 

Image with text and slow cooker, plate, knife, fork

Image with text and slow cooker, plate, knife, fork

Slow cooking has become a popular cooking method due to its minimal effort and energy-savings. Find out our top tips for making the most of your slow cooker in this short video.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/J5nQW9LSknQ

 

 

 

 

As temperatures continue to cool, we look to our food to heat us up.  Our YouTube channel has simple step-by-step recipe videos for lots of easy and tasty meals.

Slow Cooker Potato & Leek Soup https://youtu.be/Xa3aZJHS7i0?si=wSt9NaVF6o3c-VRH

Chicken Curry https://youtu.be/WSpPYWlM50Q?si=zmiTv9B7T0W1cCG_

Fish Pie https://youtu.be/NQ1JYvZhZtU?si=n3BjUsfJ-4VSb4hz

There are lots more recipes on our YouTube channel so check it out if you are looking for tasty but healthy dinner inspiration on the run up to Christmas!

Image with text and QR code. Image includes pictures of food and people.

Image with text and QR code. Image includes pictures of food and people.