There’s another school holiday just around the corner, and we know that the holidays can be a struggle for many families – trying to balance life and keep the children occupied and entertained can be a challenge.
Thankfully information on holiday clubs and things to do during the school holidays can be found on the online Family Information Service Directory.
You can click this link for holiday clubs and then filter by area or postcode. And keep checking this link for school holiday activities, which are being added all the time.
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Actio is responsible for commissioning, promoting, and monitoring Shropshire Councils 'All In Short Breaks' activities and the Actio website has listings of activities for All In Short Breaks members and for its Actio members over the summer. The activities include cricket, forest schools, horse riding, Dance and plenty of other fun events too.
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Teen Events – All In (ages 12-17)
Monday 24th Jul – Bellevue Youth Club
Monday 31st Jul - Bellevue Youth Club
Friday 11th Aug Blists Hill
Thursday 17th Aug SkyReach Telford and Exotic Zoo
Mon 21st Aug Bellevue Youth Club
Thurs 31st Aug 10-3 Carding Mill Valley
Family Summer Events 2023
3rd Aug – Attingham Park Family Walk
10th Aug – Castle Gardens, Bridgnorth
14th Aug – Severn Valley Park
24th Aug – Discovery Centre Craven Arms
More information and booking on the Autism West Midlands events page.
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This year PACC have already had 100 registrations for the programme which offers over 900 activity spaces for children and young people aged 0-25. They still have some activities available for 14- 25, and also have spaces available on thier family activity offer. If you would like more information, please contact Abi@paccshropshire.org.uk
Shropshire Summer HAF (Holiday Activities & Food) Programme 2023 is now open for bookings!
Shropshire Council is working with local schools, voluntary and community organisations, and childcare providers to run an exciting holiday programme this summer, Shropshire HAF (Holiday Activities and Food).
From 25th July to 1st September 2023, eligible children and young people are invited to take part in a range of fun activities, happening across the county.
There is something on offer for everyone including sports, arts, cooking, forest schools and other exciting opportunities. Free nutritious meals will be provided at each session, as well as information to benefit the whole family.
There is lots of information about the summer programme, including holiday clubs listing and what’s on guide on the HAF website.
Children and young people who meet the core eligibility criteria will have received a code, information leaflet, what’s on guide and details of how to book onto clubs direct from their school. If you feel you meet the criteria but haven’t received a code, please contact your child’s school.
If you have any queries please email HAF.programme@shropshire.gov.uk
Shropshire Youth are holding a pop-up space throughout the summer school holidays with a variety of activities, including outdoor activities, creative arts, music, football. Food and drinks available.
To find out more please visit the Family Information Service Directory.
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Beam are holding a range of workshops over the school summer holidays at Shropshire Beam. These include:
- Understanding emotions
- Creative writing
- Arts and crafts
- Mindfulness moments
- Emotions Skill Builders
Beam workshops are run on a drop-in basis and are held at their Wellington base. Their workshops are first-come, first-serve; therefore, please arrive promptly if you wish to join as they have limited spaces available.
Information is available on the Family Information Service Directory
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We know that the cost of so many everyday essentials are increasing all the time and having the children home for the summer holidays can see an increase in household food bills.
There is support for anyone who might need this, either for those eligible through the Holiday Activities and Food programme, or local support if you are worried about food costs, or the places listed here where children can eat free or for £1.
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Shropshire Beam are pleased to provide Virtual workshops for parents throughout the summer.
There are four Workshops which will be rolled out at 4pm to enable more people to attend:-
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Managing Anxiety – aims & Objectives are to pass over psycho - education within the topic followed by practical suggestions of methods & techniques to help support the youth experience issues with anxiety.
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Understanding & Responding to Self-Harm - – aims & Objectives are to pass over psycho - education within the topic followed by practical suggestions of methods & techniques to help support the youth experiencing issues with self-harm.
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Wellbeing Planning – a workshop which explains & provides a tool for Children & Young people to support their general Emotional Health & Wellbeing, it recognises triggers and promotes self-awareness, his can also be used as a relapse tool to support resilience.
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Sleep Support - aims to pass over psycho - education within the topic followed by practical suggestions & advise of methods & techniques to help support the children & young people having difficulties with getting to sleep and staying a sleep. This workshop will be rolled out twice over the four weeks, due to popular demand.
All virtual workshops will take around an hour, and done via M S Teams Video call. The workshops are delivered to be informative and engaging sessions.
Information on the workshop dates, and the links to join the sessions, are on the Family Information Service Directory
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Is your family struggling? Would you like some support but don't know where to start? Why not come along to an Early Help Family Drop In. You can chat to a range of services who will help you to access the support you need.
The Early Help Team support families with children aged 0-19 years (up to 25 years for young people with special educational needs and disabilities)
They aim to make it easier for you to get help and support when you need it.
You may meet:
- Early Help Family Workers (who can work with your family to provide support tailored to your needs)
- Parenting Support (for support around child development, behaviour, sleep, relationships)
- Shropshire Domestic Abuse Service
- Employment Advisor
- SEND Local Offer (support for families with children who have special education needs and/or disabilities)
- The Family Information Service (FIS) and others.
Although some services may differ week on week there will always be someone to help.
Drop ins take place at:-
- The Centre, Oak Street, Oswestry SY11 1LW every Monday morning from 9:30am – 12:30pm
- Raven House, Cheshire Street, Market Drayton, TF9 3AH every Tuesday afternoon from 1pm – 4pm
- Sunflower House, Shrewsbury, Kendal Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 4ES every Tuesday morning from 9:30am – 12:30pm
- Harlescott Grange Community Hub, Shrewsbury, Kynaston Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 3JR every Thursday from 10am to 12 noon.
To find out more about the Early Help Drop Ins visit the Family Information Service online directory.
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Parenthood can be extremely rewarding and enjoyable. It can also be demanding, frustrating and exhausting. Shropshire Council’s Parenting Team is here to support parents and carers to raise healthy, well-rounded children in a loving and stable environment.
Do you have any questions around child development and parenting?
Why not call our Parenting Support Line where one of our trained Parenting Practitioners will be ready to listen. The Parenting Support Line is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.00am to 12.30pm including during the school holidays.
Call the helpline on 01743 250950
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The Parenting Team will be delivering free Understanding Your Child and Understanding Your Child SEND groups from September 2023
These 10 week groups aim to:
- Promote understanding of children’s behaviour within the context of developmental issues
- Promote the development of parent/child relationship
- Increase confidence and self-esteem in both parents and children
- Give parents a strategy for repair when things go wrong
- Promote reflective, sensitive and effective parenting
Understanding Your Child SEND starts on Monday 25th September from 9.30am to 11.30am Virtually via MS Teams
Understanding Your Child SEND starts Friday 29th September 2023 from 9.30am to 11.30am at Sunflower House, Kendal Road, Shrewsbury
To book a place or for further information please contact the parenting team via email parenting.team@shropshire.gov.uk or give them a call on 01743 250950
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Would you like to know more about why sleep is important for our health and emotional well- being?
Does your child struggle with their sleep?
Would you like to access support to help improve sleep and bedtime routines?
Would you like to meet other parents/carers to share and discuss experiences?
The parenting team will be offering a free SLEEP TIGHT workshop from September.
These 5 week workshops cover:
- Recognising the role of sleep hygiene to improve sleep
- Identifying causes of sleep issues and appropriate practical strategies to try
- Completing sleep diaries and identifying potential sleep issues
Starts on Monday 25th September 2023 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm virtually Via Teams
Starts on Thursday 28th September 2023 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Sunflower House, Kendal Road, Shrewsbury
Starts on Monday 13th November 2023 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm virtually via Ms Teams
Starts on Thursday 16th November 2023 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Sunflower House, Kendal Road, Shrewsbury
Please do not hesitate to contact us directly if you have any questions: parenting.team@shropshire.gov.uk or give us a call on 01743 250950
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We want to shine the spotlight on different roles within the SEN Team at Shropshire Council.
In this edition we caught up with Aimee Hearn, Transition Officer in the SEN team to find out more about what she does to help children and young people with SEND with transitions in their education.
You can read more about the role of Transition Officer on the SEND Local Offer.
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Shropshire Information Advice and Support Service (IASS) provides information, advice and support to parents and carers of children aged 0 to 25, and young people aged 16 to 25 who have, or may have, special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
It has been a busy few months for our little IASS Team supporting families across Shropshire. We will remain open over the summer holidays, so you can still contact us by telephone or email during this time.
IASS are so happy to see our Facebook page has reached 1000 followers!! If you haven’t already, please find us at IASSShropshire and look out for lots of summer holiday information, local activities and tips on how to plan and manage what can be a challenging time for many families.
Our fantastic IASS Youth Worker Lynne has been meeting with students face to face to offer support. She has developed a passion for Uno and canteen cauliflower cheese! She is liaising with student support at one college to develop a social space for students to use when they are not in class. She has supported pupils with transition from secondary school to their 16+ setting, and has planned to visit them in September to hear how they are enjoying college. Lynne posts on the Young IASS Facebook page, supported by her good mate Leo the Labrador, who often features in the photos. Check it out for information, observations and some good old mindfulness to help things along! Here is our information poster, designed and printed with young people. We think they did a great job! If you would like more details, or have any questions, please get in touch.
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Remember - No diagnosis is needed to access the AWM Shropshire service and there is no formal referral route – parents/carers can self-refer by booking an advice appointment or contacting us directly.
Book an online advice appointment with an Autism Specialist Advisor here…
WEEKLY Teams Advice slots – throughout the summer holiday
For those would like some online advice we are offering this virtually via video appointments. To book a 45 min advice appointment with a specialist autism advisor please book via our shop.
If the dates/timings of our online advice appointments are not convenient for you, please contact us to make alternative arrangements – scroll down for details.
Virtual Support Group for Parents
Wednesday Mornings 10am-11am and Wednesday Evenings 8pm-9pm – 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month (term time)
Our online support groups meet twice a month via Teams. This is an opportunity to talk with other parents, share ideas, and offer support. We recommend that you have attended an online advice appointment with a member of the team before joining group sessions (link above).
If you would like to join either of the support groups, please email the team here shropshire@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Advice and support
We also offer advice and support over the phone and via email. Parents/carers and professionals can contact the team directly to arrange an appointment including face-to-face if preferable.
Shropshire office - 01952 454156
Weds, Thu, Fri - Emma Hegenbarth
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu - Dawn Lewis
Mon, Tue, Thu - Nicola King
Mon, Thu, Fri - Kerry McLafferty
Email shropshire@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Helpline 0121 450 7575
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The Keyworker Service for Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin is delivered by Barnardo’s and is for children and young people with high support needs.
Keyworkers will work with children and young people who:
- are autistic and/or have a learning disability and
- at a high risk of going into a residential placement or into hospital due to mental health conditions or distressed behaviours
- or are already in hospital/residential placement.
Keyworkers will support children and their families to ensure the right support is in place and to enable the child/young person to stay at home if possible. They will:
- work closely with children, young people and their families
- take the time to get to know them and understand both the child’s and family’s needs
- advocate and ensure their voices are heard, understood and respected
- ensure the child and their family have the right support from services at the right time
To find out more, please visit the SEND Local Offer.
The latest PACC newsletter is full of activities for children and young people to do over the summer holidays, a number of feedback surveys, ‘Being Me’, the Actio Offer showing term-time and holiday activities and much more!
Download the newsletter here
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