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Get trusted NHS advice on pregnancy, babies and supporting your toddler’s development. Now you can also find out about childcare and education support too!

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First Aid Family - Family Hub & St Johns Ambulance

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Connect to Work is a Government-funded programme that helps people with more complex barriers to get work-confident, find a job and stay in it.

You might need extra help from the Connect to Work programme because you have a:

disability.

long-term health condition.

or another support need that makes it harder for you to work.

We will:

help you with ongoing support that fits around you.

help to boost your confidence for work.

help you find a job that suits you.

make sure you get the help you need to do well at work.

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Connect to Work is free service that helps people
who need extra help to get a job and keep it.

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This family-friendly event in the castle grounds promises a day full of entertainment, tribute acts, activities, and memories to last a lifetime.

Included in your ticket:

Festival Music Stage Schedule:

12 noon – Miss Rachel

1pm – K-pop tribute

2pm – Sabrina Carpenter tribute

3pm – Harry Styles tribute

4pm – Taylor Swift tribute

Dinosaur Walks: 11am, 11.45, 12.45, 1.45, 2.45, 3.45, 4.30pm (baby dinos at 4.30pm)

All-day activities and entertainment: Circus workshops, bubble artist, stilt walkers, Glitter Dollz glitter tattoos, donkeys from Polesworth Donkey Sanctuary, reptiles from Community Creatures and community stalls.

Optional extras: (fee applies) archery, face painting, hair braiding, bouncy castle slide and swing ride. Food and drink stalls.

Tickets:

Child Ticket (under 16) – £5

Adult Ticket – £7.50

Family Ticket (up to 4) – £22

Tickets are being sold via Tamworth Assembly Rooms box office on 01827 709618 or online via the book now button below. Grab your tickets now for a truly family friendly festival experience in the castle grounds.

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Bookings are now open for Summer HAF Club places use the link to book if you have a HAF code Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) | Staffordshire County Council

#HAF2026 | Summer fun is now available

Got your HAF code? Bookings are now live!

With HAF, you can join brilliant activities run by trusted local providers, make new friends, and try things you’ve never done before right on your doorstep.

Whether you’re into crafts, football, cooking, have a love for animals or outdoor fun – there’s something for everyone.

Sessions run from Monday 20 July to Monday 31 August 2026

Free for young people who receive benefit-related free school meals with a range of sessions suitable for ages 5 to 16

Most sessions also include a hot meal

Some providers also offer paid places

Book your places early to avoid disappointment. Visit the link

https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/financial-support-school/holiday-activities-and-food-haf

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check out our local cinema for kids film club for as little as£1*

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Crisis and Resilience Fund: Guidance for local authorities in England (1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029)

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1. The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) (“The Fund”) has been made available to local authorities (LAs) in England to support low-income households who encounter a financial shock and to support activity that builds individual and community financial resilience. This funding covers the period of 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029 inclusive (“The Fund Period”). This includes specified funding for housing support.

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Tamworth Borough Council has supported housing for people aged 18 and over who need somewhere to live and extra help through difficult times or a crisis.

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Amparo  support for anyone affected by suicide    Get help now. Free and confidential,for as long as you need it.

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Amparo  support for anyone affected by suicide    Get help now. Free and confidential,for as long as you need it.

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Asist https://asist.co.uk/ Asist works alongside people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities or mental health conditions. We strive to ensure that there is support for people who have difficulty speaking out, so that they can have an equal voice in the choices and decisions that affect their lives.

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Amparo  support for anyone affected by suicide    Get help now. Free and confidential,for as long as you need it.

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Amparo  support for anyone affected by suicide    Get help now. Free and confidential,for as long as you need it.

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Asist https://asist.co.uk/ Asist works alongside people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities or mental health conditions. We strive to ensure that there is support for people who have difficulty speaking out, so that they can have an equal voice in the choices and decisions that affect their lives.

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Brothers In Need – Men’s Walk & Talk

Proud winners of the Spirit of Tamworth Award & Community Group of the Year

A great chance to get outside, stretch your legs and have a chat

Meet at 6PM, Car park next to the skatepark in Tamworth, just up from the bowling alley.

We’ll be heading around the castle grounds for a relaxed walk with a great bunch of lads. No expectations, no pressure and absolutely no judgement — just support and good company

Benefits of getting out and talking:

Helps get things off your chest

Walking can improve mood & wellbeing

Fresh air helps clear the mind

Meet new people and build connections

Positive for mental health

Time outdoors can help reduce stress

Brothers In Need is a Tamworth based men’s mental health group on Facebook supporting men through life’s challenges

Whether you need a chat, some company or simply want to get out for a walk, you’re welcome to come along.

No man walks alone

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Our Firm Roots Cancer Support group is meeting again this Tuesday 2nd September from 2pm - 3.30pm at The Manna House.

Please email: firmroots@themannahouse.co.uk or call 01827 302431 for more information.

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The Manna House✨ Free Food, Friendly Faces & Feel-Good Vibes ✨

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The Manna House✨ Free Food, Friendly Faces & Feel-Good Vibes ✨

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☕ Enjoy free tea, coffee, cold drinks, tasty treats & warm snacks.

🎨 Relax with colouring books, puzzles & good conversation.

🔥 A cosy, welcoming space – especially through the colder months – where no one feels alone.

📅 Join us every Tuesday & Thursday, 10am – 1pm at the Manna House Community Café,

Glascote Road B77 2AY

Come for the refreshments, stay for the company… and leave with a brighter smile 💛

There’s always a warm seat waiting for YOU!

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A warm & friendly welcome awaits you tomorrow & every Tuesday 4pm - 5.30pm @ The Manna House 🧡

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A warm & friendly welcome awaits you tomorrow & every Tuesday 4pm - 5.30pm @ The Manna House 🧡

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The Children’s Toothbrushing Guide - Starting Reception

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Baby teeth aren’t just practice teeth. They help children bite and chew, support speech development, guide adult teeth into place and boost confidence when smiling. When teeth aren’t cared for, it leads to tooth decay which can cause pain, infection and long-term oral health problems.

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The Potty Training Guide - Starting Reception

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Potty training is an important milestone in your child’s development. We understand that all children develop at their own pace, but research shows it’s best for your child’s bowel and bladder health to stop using nappies, including reusable nappies, pull ups and training pants, between 18 and 30 months.

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What should I do if I have concerns about my child's development?

If you're worried about your child's progress, talk to your childminder/nursery/pre-school team, health visitor, local children's centre or Family Hub.

If your child has developmental delays or SEND (suspected or confirmed), speak to their nursery, childminder, or health visitor/nursery/pre-school team well before they start Reception and discuss their needs when you are selecting schools.

You can work with your child's early years setting to help your child with self-care, managing emotions, social skills and communication in a way that suits their stage of development.

​You might want to share details about: their development, needs, what motivates them, what might trigger difficulties, how they learn best, and what strategies work well.

Make sure you share important information with everyone supporting your child, including their new Reception teacher.

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Your child's journey to school starts at home. We understand that all children develop at their own pace, and that we're all learning from birth. When it's time to start school, some children will need more help than others.

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Sexual Health services in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

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If you’ve been affected by crime, you should be given information about restorative justice.

Restorative justice (RJ) brings those harmed by crime, and those responsible for the harm, into communication, enabling everyone affected by a particular incident to play a part in repairing the harm and finding a positive way forward. Research shows many people find restorative justice helps them to move on with their lives after experiencing crime. It can also reduce the frequency of reoffending.

Restorative justice is a completely voluntary process and will only take place with the permission of participants.

This is the link to the self referral form that you can pass on to Hub users if they wish to refer themselves: https://forms.office.com/e/z92WLvi97y

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Restorative justice (RJ) is an approach trying to deal with the harm caused by crime. It involves bringing together victims and offenders.

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If a family are struggling to agree child arrangements, then they can find a mediator who will show how to apply for the funding on their behalf to fund some sessions. It is non-means tested and 74% of cases that used the voucher resolved issues in part or whole.

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• Discover more support - Family Fund Find out about the grants we deliver, eligibility criteria and how to make an

application.

• Help with finances - Family Fund Financial support Life can cost a lot more when you are a family raising a

disabled, or seriously ill, child. We provide a range of information and services to help you manage your money as a

carer.

• Workshops - Family Fund Our range of workshops are delivered by specialists and Family Fund staff. Workshops

are a safe space to learn new skills with other families raising disabled children.

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Who we are - Caudwell Children

Caudwell Children now have a dedicated SEND Support Line. If you have any parents that are in need of support and they cannot access the SEND Drop in Sessions, they can contact the Support Line on 0333 057 0253 between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm.

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Sibs - For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults

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Sibs - For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults

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UK sibling charity offering online/face-to-face workshops,

resources, and training—open to siblings aged 7+ and adults.

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Staffordshire Connects | Sibs - For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults

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Staffordshire SENDIASS & SUN(Staffordshire Umbrella Network)

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Staffordshire SENDIASS & SUN(Staffordshire Umbrella Network)

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SUN groups provide peer support and networking for parents, young

people, professionals.

• “Check-in and Chat” sessions—for Stafford Family Hub and other

venues.

• SENDIASS Exclusions We provide support and information to

parents and carers of children with behaviour difficulties, as well as

those who are at risk of, or have been excluded from school.

• SENDIASS Information Leaflets This section contains a great wealth

of information and guidance on a variety of subjects for parents or

carers.

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Staffordshire Autism & Sensory Support (Staffordshire Connects)

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Staffordshire Autism & Sensory Support (Staffordshire Connects)

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Specialist Autism Inclusion Team supports children and parents in

mainstream school settings. Information on groups, training

• Offers training on autism, sensory strategies (TEACCH, PECS, social

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The Autism Outreach Team is part of the Specialist Support Service. We work with children and young people aged up to 25 years with a diagnosis or working diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition. We offer specific support and advice to staff, children and parents in nurseries, mainstream settings, and deliver training to educational settings in Staffordshire. This support can continue into Further Education. (Please refer to Post 16 section below for FE - Further Education Offer criteria)

The team consists of:

Specially trained teachers who have experience of working with children who have an autism spectrum condition.

Qualified communication support workers experienced in working with children who have an autism spectrum condition.

What we do

We provide awareness training to any setting on request.

The team are licensed to deliver school aged Autism Education Trust tiered training, and packages on Complex Needs and the Progression Framework. We also advise on the implementation of Autism Education Trust National Standards and Competencies.

We design support to suit the individual needs of children and young people and the mainstream setting. We assess and regularly review the level and type of support offered.

We provide:

Autism Education Trust training. This covers initial autism spectrum condition awareness, and more in-depth full day courses. We follow these up with practical training sessions, including structured teaching and communication strategies e.g. TEACCH, PECS, Social Stories/Comic Strip illustrations, Social Skills groups, Emotional Regulation and Behaviour support.

Advice and support to mainstream SENCos, Teachers and Teaching Assistants.

Advice on how the children and young people with an Autism Spectrum Condition can access the curriculum effectively.

Individual or small group staff training.

Liaison with parents and carers.

One to one or small group work with children and young people.

Support settings to develop, social skills sessions, peer awareness sessions, circle of friends.

Assistance with resources including visual supports e.g. timetables, sequence charts, social stories.

Advice and evidence for statutory assessments, and support with Graduated Response Toolkit.

Liaison with Speech and Language Therapists, Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service, Midlands Psychology, diagnostic services, Paediatricians, Educational Psychologists and any other relevant professionals.

How can I refer?

Schools and settings can refer following a diagnosis or working diagnosis.

You must seek parent and carer agreement prior to referral.

Who will we see?

In order to fully meet children and young people needs a wide range of experienced staff work for the service.

Types of Staff

There are Qualified Teachers and Communication Support Workers who have under taken specialist training and have a wealth of experience working in schools and settings supporting children and young people with autism. They are responsible for the management of a caseload of children and young people with autism across the age range from diagnosis to age 25 in mainstream settings.

Staff are responsible for autism training across the county, delivering packages accredited by the Autism Education Trust.

Enhanced Input for children and young people in key stage 1 and 2 is delivered in settings by a teacher and communication support workers. Enhanced input may include access to an Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist.

There are four High School Resources based in mainstream high schools across the county, for pupils with autism. These are staffed by teachers and communication support workers who are employed by the Autism Outreach Team

What happens when I become an adult? / Post 16 Support
Specialist Support Service (SSS) Further Education (FE) Offer
(SSS comprises the following teams: Hearing Impairment, Vision Impairment, Autism Outreach and ASSIST)

This offer is for learners moving into FE colleges / apprenticeships at 16+.

Requests should be made directly into the Specialist Support Service office or via ASSIST (Autism and Sensory Support in Staffordshire).

Provision varies according to whether a young person has an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) or is receiving support as part of the Graduated Response.
Learners who have an EHCP which is maintained by Staffordshire County Council.
Learners who have an EHCP that identifies specific Hearing Impairment / Vision Impairment / Autism provision, will be eligible to access specialist teacher advice for transition and for statutory reviews. This support is centrally commissioned by Staffordshire County Council [SCC].

Specialist Teacher statutory support may include:

Assessment of need as part of an Education, Health and Care Plan Needs Assessment [EHCNA] where agreed by SCC.

Report writing to inform EHCNA.

Review, attendance and advice at EHCP Annual Review meetings. This will include the annual review prior to transition into post-16 provision.

Where there is a significant change to the planned post-16 course programme, timetable or setting, further specialist teacher advice will be offered by the Service to the SEND Assessment and Planning Team in relation to appropriate support / provision and this may include one visit to the student or education provider post transfer.

Where the FE provider does not currently employ specialist staff to provide the support identified within a student's EHCP, the Specialist Support Service and/or ASSIST may be able to provide this upon request. This support will be charged to the education provider, so the provider will need to apply for the appropriate FE funding to cover this.

Support may include:

Awareness training.

Specialist teaching support e.g. tutorials, language support, ICT access and specialist mentoring.

Specialist Mobility and Orientation Officers.

Communication Support Workers.

British Sign Language Interpreters.

Lip-speakers.

Note-takers.

Translation and transcription, including braille, moon, audio description.

Other than for statutory transition support and reviews, assessors and course providers need to check availability before naming members of the SSS teams in documentation.
Learners who have identified needs at the Graduated Response Level
Where learners require assessment or support as part of the graduated response, this may be purchased from the Specialist Support Service or ASSIST if there is capacity.

Support may include:

Awareness training.

Guidance on Assess, Plan, Do, Review.

Specialist teaching support e.g. tutorials, language support, ICT access and specialist mentoring.

Specialist Mobility and Orientation Officers.

Communication Support Workers.

British Sign Language Interpreters.

Lip-speakers.

Note-takers.

Translation and transcription, including braille, moon, audio description.

Assessors and course providers need to check availability before naming any of the SSS teams for support.
Specialist Access Technology
Specialist access technology; e.g. radio aids, braillers, embossers can be provided, and the Specialist Support Service has a loan agreement for the education provider. There is a cost to this Service and the agreement will include advice, set up and routine maintenance.

Feedback
From Parents:
"Contact is very open and responses are quick, which is fantastic."

"Excellent communication, access is very open and supportive. Nothing is too much trouble, and the support is very welcome, particularly getting school on-board. We could not have got this far without you. Thank you."

"Always amenable to addressing issues brought up by parents or children."

"The specialist knowledge and experience provides unique support to ASD pupils to allow them to function, achieve, progress and fit in school. It's a fantastic service!"

"Caring, supportive nature, helped address needs and supported EHCP."

"The work they do with my son is invaluable. The specialist support is not available in school."

"Very supportive, excellent communication, and approachable. My son feels the help and support he has received has been extremely helpful to him."

"They helped straight away when we were waiting for an appointment for our child from another agency."

"Whenever there is an issue with my son struggling with school which cannot be resolved AOT have proved helpful in providing alternative options / solutions which have greatly helped my son."
From Schools:
"...they are brilliant and help with all kinds of issues and support. They are so knowledgeable and helpful."

"I would just like to express our thanks for the support we have had from the Autism Outreach team and I hope that this level of support can continue."

"We find the AOT an invaluable service. They offer staff, parents, and pupils tailored support. This ranges from individual pupil support, to working with staff and parents. They are very knowledgeable, supportive, and responsive. All the team who have supported our pupils have made an impact on the children's ability to understand situations and have supported their ability to learn."

"I find the service to be absolutely invaluable. The team are very supportive and I feel I am able to contact them at any time and they respond quickly. "

"Service is fab! Very supportive on a practical level, and give good advice which is 'followable'. We have received invaluable support for our children who have an autism diagnosis including support with engaging parents."

"The support needed for pupils with ASC varies so much it is important that the service is able to provide such a flexible tailored service."

"The caseworkers' advice and support is essential to ensure that our ASC pupil's needs are met on an individualised basis. They support all people involved with the pupil to ensure that they reach their true potential and are able to fully access the curriculum at an appropriate level."
"The Autism Outreach team have been a vital resource to support our children who have Autism. They are a comprehensive team, who can be contacted for advice and support. They do their upmost with regards to arranging times to come into school to support the children as soon as they can. Their knowledge and skills are extremely important and very much needed for the children."
Useful Links

Midlands Partnership - interim Autism service supporting children, young people and their families in South Staffordshire.

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Staffordshire County Council – “Aiming High” Short Breaks

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Staffordshire County Council – “Aiming High” Short Breaks

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Open to children and young people (0–18) with SEND—including

those without diagnosis.

• Includes two free monthly activities: sports, youth clubs, sensory

experiences, day trips.

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MPFT Children & Young People’s Autism Service

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MPFT Children & Young People’s Autism Service

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NHS service offering diagnostic assessment and intervention up to

age 19 (or 25 with EHCP).

• Parent workshops on sensory needs, behaviour, anxiety, etc.

• Works alongside community pediatrics, CAMHS, and educational

services.

Website: [mpft.nhs.uk] and

[staffsstok...ics.org.uk]

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Children and Young People’s Autism Service :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

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Grassroots Staffordshire charity run by and for parent-carers.

• Offers tailored family-friendly workshops, activities (e.g., archery,

cinema days), and advocacy.

• Opportunities to connect with other autistic families in a nonjudgmental setting.

Website: [blastsupport.org]

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Support Autistic Children and Families | Staffordshire

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Blast Support helps Autistic families in Staffordshire through events, workshops, and advocacy. Donate to create inclusive opportunities.

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Support for parents concerned about their child’s mental health or

behavior

• Resources and advice on mental health

Website: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/

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YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People

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YoungMinds are a mental health charity for children, young people and their parents, making sure all young people can get the mental health support they need.

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The Voice Project – Let’s Talk Staffordshire

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Signposting to advice, support, and local events

Website: https://staffspcf.co.uk/

Email: info@staffspcf.co.uk

The Voice Project –

Let’s Talk

Staffordshire

• Monthly forums for parents and carers

• SEND-specific sessions

• Opportunities for engagement and feedback

Website:

https://letstalk.staffordshire.gov.uk/thevoice-project-our-forums

Email: vp@staffordshire.gov.uk

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Staffordshire Parent Carer Forum (StaffsPCF)

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Staffordshire Parent Carer Forum (StaffsPCF)

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An independent, parent-led organisation run by volunteers who are all parents or

carers of children and young people (0–25) with special educational needs and/or

disabilities (SEND).

• Parent-led organization

• Collective voice for families to influence local policy and services

• Membership, parent carer representation, community groups

• Signposting to advice, support, and local events

Website: https://staffspcf.co.uk/

Email: info@staffspcf.co.uk

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Staffordshire Parent Carer Forum

Staffordshire Parent Carer Forum (StaffsPCF) is an independent organisation run by volunteers who are all parents or carers of children and young people who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). We know how difficult it can be to navigate "the system" to ensure the best provision and outcomes for our children and we are working hard to improve this.

Don't Miss our latest...

Despite a lot of hard work at local authority level to make changes, we're still not seeing positive impact for families and children/young people.

E.C.H.P. Processes (needs assessments, reviews and implementation) are still a massive issue for parents. Problems include poor timeliness, very limited responsiveness (not reacting to a need or being fast enough when a need has been identified) and a lack of co-production (consultation and collaboration between families and schools or the system).

Parents/carers still rarely feel listened to or believed. (Some of the on-the-record messages about parent blaming from the political leadership of S.C.C. have created an atmosphere of distrust.)

Most parents/carers don't have a relationship with a key worker and feel that they don't have a clear line into the different services. This means families often get lost in the system.

Most parents/carers feel that the different services aren't joined up or coordinated, which makes them even harder to access. They report that different bits of the same service often give different advice/guidance.

Parents/carers feel that there is a clear lack of experience, expertise, time and resources in all parts of the system. This has a direct negative impact on meeting their child's needs.

Read the full findings from the survey and how we shared them with Ofsted here.

Save the date! Together we Thrive free marketplace event | 3 October 2023
Book now for our FREE "one-stop shop" event for young people, parents/carers and education providers.

Find out what SEND services are available in your local area to help young people and families to thrive. Discover a wide range of support & advice from SEND specialists, professionals and organisations on how to navigate the system and get the best outcomes for your families and education settings.

Enjoy an opportunity to chat with other parents and carers facing similar challenges, or hear about the new pathways and Staffordshire's commitment to the coproduction promise.

Staffordshire County Showground, Ingestre Suite
Tuesday 3rd October 2023 9.30am - 4.30pm Drop In anytime during the day (Come along after the school run, stay all day or pop in for an hour, we aim to have something for everyone)
Find out more and see all news & events

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Information, Advice, and Guidance

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We understand that caring can be hard, but believe getting the right help shouldn't be. That's why we work directly with and for, unpaid carers to provide personalised information and advice. Making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.

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FamilyLine by Family Action - FamilyLine is a free national helpline for all family members, including 
those with SEND needs. They offer emotional support and practical advice 
via phone, text, email, and web chat

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FamilyLine by Family Action - FamilyLine is a free national helpline for all family members, including 
those with SEND needs. They offer emotional support and practical advice 
via phone, text, email, and web chat

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Helpline, text, email, and web chat for emotional and practical

support

• Immediate and long-term support

• Befriending and short-term counseling

• Referrals to other services

• Support for any adult family member (including SEND)

Website: https://www.family-action.org.uk/

Helpline: 0808 802 6666Text: 07537 404282

Email: familyline@family-action.org.uk

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Family Action, Building Stronger Families

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Whatever shape your family, whatever you’re going through, we’re here for you at every age and stage of life. We are Family Action.

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IPSEA - Legal advice for families navigating Special Educational Needs (SEN) 
support in England

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IPSEA - Legal advice for families navigating Special Educational Needs (SEN) 
support in England

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Free, independent, legally based advice and support for families

navigating SEND support (EHCPs)

• Helpline and booking for advice calls

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(IPSEA) Independent Provider of Special Education Advice

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(IPSEA) Independent Provider of Special Education Advice

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IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice) - helping children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) get the education they are entitled to by law

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Parent & Carer Alliance C.I.C - An independent community interest company providing practical 
guidance, emotional assistance, and advocacy services for parent carers 
across the UK. They offer webinars, events, and a dedicated advice service.

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Parent & Carer Alliance C.I.C - An independent community interest company providing practical 
guidance, emotional assistance, and advocacy services for parent carers 
across the UK. They offer webinars, events, and a dedicated advice service.

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Practical guidance and advice service (benefits, navigating systems)

• Advocacy and lived experience input to projects

• Safe spaces (virtual and in-person) for families

• Webinars and events

Website:

https://www.parentandcareralliance.org.uk/

IPSEA

Legal advice for families navigat

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Parent & Carer Alliance C.I.C | Parent Carer Support

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Discover Parent & Carer Alliance C.I.C., a trusted source of Parent Carer Advice and support. We provide practical guidance, emotional assistance, and advocacy services for vulnerable families across the UK. Together, we empower parent carers to navigate challenges and improve lives.

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Carers UK - is a leading national charity that provides a wide range of support, advice, 
and advocacy for all carers, including parent carers. Here’s what they offer:

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Carers UK - is a leading national charity that provides a wide range of support, advice, 
and advocacy for all carers, including parent carers. Here’s what they offer:

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Advice and information on caring responsibilities, rights, benefits,

financial support

• Confidential helpline and comprehensive website (factsheets,

guides, practical tools)

• Local support services directory- Advocacy and campaigning for

carers’ rights- Peer support and online forums

• Workshops and training (stress management, rights, child

development)

• Practical support (assessments, breaks, emergency planning)

Website: https://www.carersuk.org/

Helpline: 0808 808 7777

Email: advice@carersuk.org

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We're here for unpaid carers with expert information, advice and support, and also campaign to make life better for carers. Find out more

Preparing for the Carer's Leave Act?

It's important that all businesses are ready for the Carer's Leave Act becoming law. Find out how we can help you get prepared.

Become a member

Joining Carers UK is free and takes just a few minutes

You will receive the latest news, information, campaign updates, access to our user forum and more...

Talking to other carers on the forum is great. I've gained so much useful information from Carers UK

Mary from Bedford

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We're here for unpaid carers with expert information, advice & support and also campaign to make life better for carers.

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Family Fund - Grants and support for families raising disabled or seriously ill children.

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Family Fund - Grants and support for families raising disabled or seriously ill children.

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Grants for essential household items, computers/tablets, sensory

toys, family breaks, mobility aids, clothing, bedding, driving lessons

• Application support and eligibility checker

• Information events, digital support, benefit guidance

• “Discover more support” tool for finding other resources

• Guidance on benefit calculations (Turn2Us)

Website: https://www.familyfund.org.uk/

Helpline: 01904 550055

Email: info@familyfund.org.uk

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Family Fund deliver grants for families raising a disabled or seriously ill child or young people on a low income across the UK

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Staffordshire SENDIASS - Offers free, impartial, and confidential support for parents, carers, 
children, and young people (aged 0–25) with special educational needs and 
disabilities (SEND) in Staffordshire

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Staffordshire SENDIASS - Offers free, impartial, and confidential support for parents, carers, 
children, and young people (aged 0–25) with special educational needs and 
disabilities (SEND) in Staffordshire

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Information, advice, and support on all aspects of SEND (EHCPs,

school placements, exclusions, support services)

• Support for parents, carers, children, and young people (rights,

navigating SEND system, meeting prep, appeals, complaints,

tribunals)

• Training and workshops

• Downloadable guides and resources

• Confidential helpline and specialist caseworkers

• Local events and networks (Staffordshire Umbrella Network)

• Accessible services (home visits, braille, community languages)

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Mencap - Provides support and information for families of children with learning 
disabilities.

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Mencap - Provides support and information for families of children with learning 
disabilities.

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• Information on learning disabilities, benefits, education,

employment, health, relationships- Helpline for free advice and

support

• Local network (340+ affiliated groups)

• Online community

• National campaigns to improve inclusion and challenge stigma

• Training for professionals and families

• Accessible resources and easy-read guides

Website: https://www.mencap.org.uk/

Helpline: 0808 808 1111

Email: helpline@mencap.org.uk

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Learning Disability - Autism - Down's Syndrome

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Mencap is a UK charity for people with a learning disability. We support their families and carers, too. We want the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

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Offers information, support, and advocacy for families of autistic children.

• Advice and guidance on autism, diagnosis, behavior,

communication, sensory differences, mental health, education,

benefits

• Autism Services Directory (comprehensive directory of services and

support)

• - Online community for families and autistic people

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We are the UKs leading charity for autistic people and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people.

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Contact - A leading UK charity supporting families with disabled children, providing 

guidance on education, benefits, health, and local services.

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Contact - A leading UK charity supporting families with disabled children, providing 

guidance on education, benefits, health, and local services.

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• Helpline for advice on education, benefits, health, social care, and

local services

• 1-1 Listening Ear appointments for emotional support

• Comprehensive information and advice (diagnosis, behavior,

communication, sensory differences, mental health, education,

benefits, etc.)

• Workshops and events (online and in-person)

• Local outreach workers and family support advisers

• Campaigns and advocacy for disabled children’s rights

• Online community for peer support

Website: https://contact.org.uk/

Helpline: 0808 808 3555

Email: helpline@contact.org.uk

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Contact - for families with disabled children | Contact

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We are Contact, the charity for families with disabled children. We support families, bring families together and help families take action for others.

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Introducing SAFE steps for Mental Health Support for Children and Young People in Staffordshire.

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Introducing SAFE steps for Mental Health Support for Children and Young People in Staffordshire.

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The children and young people’s mental health support pathway has been refreshed.  The previous pathway map is no longer in use and has been replaced with SAFE.

We now have simple SAFE steps to follow, linking to the online resource that outlines the support available for children and young people, and how to access it, including:

Local services and referral routes for getting help and more specialist support

Advice and activities to promote wellbeing

Digital tools and apps for young people

Follow the SAFE steps for mental health support to find the right help at the right time.

Please find attached a copy of the new poster which has a QR link to the website.

You can view the pathway, download the SAFE poster and also access the SAFE digital poster for digital screens under ‘Related images’ on Staffordshire Connects website.

Please share the new SAFE steps with your networks.

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Get tips on coping with morning sickness, choosing where to give birth, what to buy for your newborn and plenty more about pregnancy.

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Advice and support for your child’s development

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Making child arrangements if you divorce or separate

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Making child arrangements if you divorce or separate

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Making child arrangements if you divorce or separate

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How to make arrangements for your children if you divorce or separate, mediation and how to apply for a court order if you cannot agree.

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The Staffordshire Victim Gateway is the front door for victims of all crime. It provides assessment, tailored advice, practical and emotional support. It will also facilitate access for victims into specialist support or signpost to national helplines as needed.

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Staffordshire Victim Gateway – Putting victims back in control of their lives

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The Staffordshire Victim Gateway Service is a free and confidential service that provides advice, information, emotional and practical support to all victims of crime across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent even if the incident or crime has not been reported to the Police, or whether the crime has happened recently or in the past.

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The Pan-Staffordshire PSHE Education Service supports the development and delivery of age (and stage) appropriate, quality, consistent and inclusive PSHE education across the City and County. The service helps education providers to build confidence through training, resources and professionals networks and allows parents/carers and children to shape local PSHE provision.

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PSHE - Welcome to the PSHE Education service

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Pause work with women who have experienced, or are at risk of, repeated pregnancies that result in children needing to be removed from their care.

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A charity working to improve the lives of women who have had - or are at risk of having - more than one child removed from their care.

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Eligibility: 8-17 year olds

Geography: Staffs and Stoke-on-Trent

The Space scheme provides an opportunity to engage with children during the summer holidays and provides opportunities to help nurture, support and develop them.

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Offploy support adults who have criminal convictions and are experiencing homelessness or facing housing insecurity to obtain permanent tenancies in the community and provides floating support until they have achieved as much independence as control over their lives as possible. The support ensures service users have the information they need to enable them to maintain their accommodation/tenancy and provides advise to achieve and maintain independence. The service focuses on people have a previous history of offending and are at risk of re-offending. They may also have other support needs, including but not limited to, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, and/or other addiction issues.

Referral Form

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rIagOMgXXRo2BiKBz-52qfMx-b3sWwWM/view?usp=sharing

Return form to

referrals@offploy.org.cjsm.net

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Drug and alcohol use is known to have a strong correlation with offending behaviour. These interventions are aimed at providing opportunities throughout the criminal justice system to identify and address drug and alcohol related issues amongst offenders.

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Do you need support with your use of drugs or alcohol? We support people across Staffordshire experiencing difficulties. Get in touch now

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The service delivers specialist support to businesses impacted by crime to help them get back on their feet as soon as possible and to prevent them from being a repeat victim of a business crime.

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Catch22 deliver a Navigator and Tailored support service to identify and support children and young adults who are involved in, at risk of being involved in, or affected by violence and its associated harms.

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Navigator and Tailored Support Service | Catch22

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Uniting Staffordshire Against Hate (USAH) provides a free, confidential advice, guidance and information service, as well as emotional and practical support to all victims of hate crime or incidents.

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Uniting Staffordshire Against Hate | Hate. Let’s put a stop to it.

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Uniting Staffordshire Against Hate (USAH) is a free and confidential support service providing information and emotional and practical support to all victims of Hate driven crime or incidents, who either live in Staffordshire or were targeted when visiting the area on more than two occasions.

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A free, effective, high quality restorative justice service across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, which offers a range of victim-led RJ interventions to help victims cope and recover from the impact of crime and the harm they have experienced.

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support-rj – Staffordshire Victim Gateway

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Sometimes called a Conference. This is a planned meeting between the harmed and the harmer that takes place in a safe and neutral venue. Where the Harmer is in custody this may look a little different. Some people prefer to attend the conference on their own, however both parties can bring a friend or family member for support if they prefer. These meetings take place once preparation work has been completed with both parties and will only take place if it is deemed safe and suitable.

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Harmony helps victims recover from the impact of ASB, whether they choose to report incidents to the Police or not.

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The service will include:

Assessment and support planning: Harmony ASB Practitioners will provide immediate support and reassurance and will help you to understand service expectations around what Harmony and partner agencies can and can't provide. This assessment will form the basis of your support plan which is tailored to your needs and will incorporate the following core interventions as appropriate:

Emotional support:understanding and defining the issue as ASB, acknowledging the personal impact, ripple effect on family, friends, others and the impact on the wider community; understanding our own tolerance levels; rebuilding confidence and independence.

Practical support: consideration of available options, legal tools and powers (e.g. accessing Council/legal help such as Community Trigger Process); arranging adaptations to property and personal security where available via partners. We offer support with any CIC applications where there is personal injury and the crime has been reported to the police. We will support victims taking photos of any damage caused and gathering evidence.

Online support:We currently provide access to our digital platform (My Support Space) for self-guided work, including dealing with managing anxiety, depression, and sleep deprivation.

Information Provision: discussing the Victim Code of Practice; sharing information about ASB options; managing expectations around what the Criminal Justice System, Local Authority, Housing and other public services can provide.

Advocacy: liaison with Staffordshire Police and councils, obtaining case updates; providing evidence supporting Community Protection Notices, injunctions, harassment orders; providing letters supporting house moves.

Mediation: joint working with confidential, impartial mediation services between both (or multiple) parties, who may be neighbours, near neighbours or community members.

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Harmony ASB support service, Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent - Victim Support

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If you've experienced antisocial behaviour (ASB) in Staffordshire or Stoke-on-Trent, you can call ASB Harmony on 0330 1757 258.

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All clients are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, ability or sexuality.

We understand that accessing support for sexual abuse can be incredibly difficult for anyone, but for those from black and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ and people who have physical, learning or mental difficulties, there are often extra barriers that may make you feel unable to reach out for support.

Our staff work hard to ensure that our service is accessible to everyone because equality is important to us.

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Grange Park - Supporting the victims of Rape or Serious Sexual Assault

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All clients are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, ability or sexuality. We understand that accessing support for sexual abuse can be incredibly difficult for anyone, but for those from black and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ and people who have physical, learning or mental difficulties, there are often extra barriers that may make you feel unable to reach out for support.

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Staffordshire Victim Gateway – Putting victims back in control of their lives

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The Staffordshire Victim Gateway Service is a free and confidential service that provides advice, information, emotional and practical support to all victims of crime across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent even if the incident or crime has not been reported to the Police, or whether the crime has happened recently or in the past.

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Read Easy - Helping adults learn to read

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Read Easy - Helping adults learn to read

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Copyright ©2020 2021 Read Easy UK, Kenton House, Oxford Street, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0LA.
Registered Charity 1151288.

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Looking for support but don't know where to start? We're here to help. Essential information on hand.

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The Survivor’s Handbook provides practical support and information for women experiencing domestic abuse, with simple guidance on every aspect of support.

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Free and confidential one-to-one reading coaching for adults

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For more information: Family Mediation Voucher Scheme - GOV.UK

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Number Eight Tamworth is a local registered charity providing supportive accommodation for young mums and their babies and pregnant young mums to be.  Expecting or being a first time mum can be difficult whatever your situation, even more so without secure accommodation.

We house young mums in an environment where they can not only feel safe and secure but where they can be assisted through the very difficult period immediately before and after the birth of their first child and so in 2013 we sought premises in which we could provide these services.

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"Imagine running your own business, setting your own hours, and building something that fits around your family and lifestyle.

With the My Own Boss programme, that dream can become a reality, fully funded for Staffordshire residents aged 18+ (excluding Stoke-on-Trent) by Staffordshire County Council.

Work your own hours: Gain the flexibility to balance family life and work on your own terms.

Create your future: Turn your ideas into a business that reflects your passions and skills.

Learn as you go: Free workshops and 1:1 support give you the tools to plan, launch, and grow your business with confidence.

No financial barrier: All support is fully funded, there’s nothing to pay.

Whether you want extra income, a new career path, or the freedom to work on something you love, My Own Boss gives you the guidance, skills, and confidence to take the first step.

Ready to start your journey?

Contact Business Advisor, Bethan, via bethan@rocketeergroup.com to discuss your goals."

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Explore our business courses and online platform, tailored for prisoners, probationers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. From AI innovation to personalised coaching, discover how we’re revolutionizing education for all and transforming lives today!

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Staffordshire Together for Carers Service

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Staffordshire Together for Carers Service

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Staffordshire Together For Carers Updated Schools offer 2024

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Support for woman with Mastitis.

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Find out about mastitis, including what the symptoms are, how to treat it and why it happens.

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We are the UK’s largest mental health support directory. Whether you want to find a service to help you feel better or you want to support someone who is struggling, we can help.

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Circle of Support - Shining Starz support group

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Learn about pica, a condition where children eat non-edible items. Discover strategies to help manage and prevent the behaviour.

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Young People  - Great resource listing all support  

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Young People  - Great resource listing all support  

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Young People We recognise that during PSHE education you may have questions or want some extra support. In this section you'll find information about local and national organisations who can help you or provide extra information on the different topics explored within PSHE education. To find activities and support for children and young people across [...]

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Launching on the 20th October. Seek safe and confidential support

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Staffordshire Womans Aid - Sexual Abuse Support

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Staffordshire Womans Aid - Sexual Abuse Support

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New Survive service offers sexual abuse support

The new Survive service, run by Staffordshire Women’s Aid and commissioned by the Staffordshire Commissioner’s Office, offers free confidential support, practical help, and counselling for victims of abuse and their loved ones

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Sexual Violence and Abuse - Staffordshire Women’s Aid

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Together Against Domestic Violence Since 1976

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Lots of groups are running at the Dordon Club and they work in partnership with the Family Hub so you can use your Family Hub pass to attend.