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Wellbeing Week is coming! 19-25 January 2026
Join us for Wellbeing Week, a celebration of physical and mental wellbeing for children and young people with SEND and their families. There is a fantastic mix of activities to help you feel good, stay active and connect with others. We have an interactive timetable which you can find on the Local Offer with information on all the activities available and how to book.
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Free Move and Make Together sessions
As part of Wellbeing Week we are offering free workshops of creativity, crafting, dance and play for the whole family on Saturday 24 January at the Child Development Centre in Kempston.
Session 1: 9:45am – 11:15am for ages 5-7
Session 2: 12:15pm – 1:45pm for ages 7-11
Session 3: 2:15pm – 3:45pm for ages 11-14
The workshops are designed to be fun and inclusive for all the family, and to offer opportunities for you to create, dance and play together as a family.
Places are limited so booking is essential, please email sendevents@bedford.gov.uk to book
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Free wellbeing sessions for parents and carers
As part of wellbeing week, join us for a relaxing meditation and breathwork session on Tuesday 20 January or Friday 23 January or a Sound Bath session on Thursday 22 January. All sessions will take place at the Child Development Centre in Kempston and start at 10am.
The sessions are designed to give you a chance to breathe, ground, and reset in a supportive and understanding space, with the aim of supporting nervous system regulation. No experience is needed, just wear something comfortable.
Places are limited so booking is essential. Please email sendevents@bedford.gov.uk to book your place, stating which session you would like to attend.
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Let's Talk Wellbeing Event
Join the Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum for a warm, welcoming session focused on Parent Carer wellbeing on Wednesday 21 January at 9:30am at The Addison Centre.
What we’ll look at:
- Discover wellbeing services, groups & resources in Bedford
- Understand what the local offer includes for parent carer health and support
- Explore practical ways to nurture your own wellbeing
- Connect with other parent carers in an open, supportive space
- Share experiences and discuss what’s working and what needs to improve
This session is designed so everyone can speak, listen, and be heard. BBPCF will guide discussions with forward-focused questions.
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Stay up to date with our latest updates on social media
As well as this bulletin we're on social media too, providing all the latest news and updates for anyone supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Follow us on Facebook, and be the first to learn about events, resources, and information relevant to you.
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Bedford Borough Family Hubs
The Bedford Borough Family Hubs website is a one-stop shop for parents and carers to find information, ideas and support for your family, no matter what the age, culture or background of your children.
If you are looking for something to do, help for your family, or just an answer to a question you'll find information to support learning, health, development, emotional wellbeing and much more.
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Bedford Borough Council Children's Services
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP
01234 276209
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