Message from Lewisham Maternity Services: “We have had to suspend our community breastfeeding antenatal classes until further notice. We are committed to ensuring that you still get the information that will help you make informed decisions and get the support you need to feed your babies. We have put together a written antenatal infant feeding […]
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The new Coronavirus act 2020 has huge implications for SEND provision now and into the future as it temporarily relaxes or removes duties on boroughs to provide support for those with SEND. This is an obvious worry as many parents who wonder how long these changes will last, it effects children’s ability not only to
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The NSPCC has created a new webpage with information and advice for parents or carers who are worried a child or young person may be struggling with their mental health or has anxiety about Coronavirus. The webpage includes information on: talking about feelings and worries keeping in touch and balancing screen time ways to create
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We’re in a complicated and uncertain time, and our colleagues at Triple Parenting understand that right now, more than ever, parents and families need support. They have produced this ‘Top Tips for Parents in Uncertain Times’ document that we think will be really useful for our families. Click on the link below to download Top
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Violence against women and girls (also called ‘gender-based violence’) is rooted in inequality between the sexes; it is overwhelmingly perpetrated by men against women. It takes many different forms including domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking and modern slavery, forced marriage, female genital mutilation and so-called ‘honour’ violence. No matter what your experience of gender-based violence, Refuge
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From today customers with pre-payment meters who may not be able to add credit can speak to their supplier about options to keep them supplied. This will benefit over 4 million customers. This could include nominating a third party for credit top ups, having a discretionary fund added to their credit, or being sent a
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Television news reports, newspaper headlines and of course conversations at home are dominated by the latest developments in this fast-moving global health emergency. Consequently, it is inevitable that even very young children will pick up on the levels of anxiety around them about the virus, even if they do not fully understand the context of the
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Lewisham Local have been in touch with the community food providers and have compiled a list of food banks and community meals currently providing a service. Information can be found on their website here. Message from Lewisham Food Bank to professionals making referrals for families (14/04/2020) As we are dealing with greatly increased demand,
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The NHS and Public Health England (PHE) are well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal. Here is the latest advice from the Chief Medical Officer: If
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