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Easter holidays 2024

The next round of HAF will take place at Easter. The majority of activities will run from 2 to 12 April 2024.

There will be more on offer this year than ever. Information and booking links should be available in March, so look out for it - we don't want anyone missing out!

What is HAF

The HAF programme is in place to ensure all children get the chance to have healthy happy holidays so they can:

be more active

learn new skills

meet up with friends and make new ones

get a tasty nutritious meal

work together and stay safe

The activities on offer will help to increase self-esteem and improve wellbeing. There will also be advice and information on healthy eating and nutrition, but the focus is definitely on fun and friends .

If your child or young person is eligible they will be able to attend at least 4 days of HAF provision, the length of each daily session will be at least 4 hours in length and a meal will be provided.

Who the programme is for

Funding for the programme has been provided from the Department for Education (DfE) to Lancashire County Council.

Eligible for free school meals

To get a free place on the Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) your family needs to be eligible for benefits related free school meals.

If you are not sure if this applies to you, ask at your child's school and they will be able to help you. Some schools are given codes to pass on to eligible families, which you can use when you book a place for your child.

Not eligible for free school meals

We are able to offer 15% of places to children not on free school meals, who as result of other circumstances or vulnerabilities would still benefit from a free place. This could be

children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities

children missing from education

young carers, or

those being supported on an early help plan

This list is not exhaustive and is determined locally, so if you think this may apply to you, ask at your child's school or contact the HAF organisers in your district.

How to apply

If you have a child or young person who would like to attend a HAF club or activity, you can book a place with your district council. The links will be available here in March 2024.

If you have any questions about HAF please email: CFW-HAF@lancashire.gov.uk

Find out more

Watch our video to find out more about HAF and what it means to the families who have taken part.

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What is self-care?

Self-care is about the things we can do to look after our own mental health. Young people told us that when they are struggling they are usually told to see a professional. They don't often get much advice about how they could help themselves.

How did we develop these resources?

This self-care section was developed by Common Room and young people from mental health support group Hearts & Minds.

We spoke to professionals and looked at academic research. Then we drew up a list of strategies young people use (you can see the process in this self-care infographic). We also published a report following a consultation with young people and their families online. We're sharing these strategies with you to help you to manage your wellbeing. It's up to you to decide what helps. If it works, keep doing it. If it doesn't, stop and try something else.

These activities are not a substitute for seeing a mental health professional. Sometimes we need outside help and advice. Getting help is good. No-one should feel bad about it. That's what this site is about. These strategies were identified by young people aged 11-25 though some strategies might not be appropriate for all ages without support or guidance of a trusted adult.

Get in touch

You can help us build an evidence-base for these activities by letting us know what works by emailing us. This will help us decide which ones to research further. We've also created a booklet to help you create your own self-care plan as part of our and another booklet with advice for young parents and carers on looking after their wellbeing.

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Around one in six 17 to 22 year olds has an identifiable mental health condition, and college staff report significant increases in students with both diagnosed and undiagnosed conditions.

Further education is a unique educational environment with its own challenges.

Staff may spend less time with students, making it more difficult to notice or raise concerns. Students may have additional pressures, like money or housing, which can contribute to mental health concerns.

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Autism still isn't understood as well as it should be, and when you're experiencing mental illness too, it can make it even more complicated. I've been having a hard time recently and this has led to autistic burnout. I want you to know that if you're struggling too, you are not alone. I'd like to share my experience and the things that I've found helpful.

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Our A-Z guide gives you advice on how to help your child with their feelings and behaviour, as well as mental health conditions and life events. We'll also show you where you can get help.

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