April is stress awareness month and it’s more important than ever to be aware of our own stress levels and those of the children in our care. We could all use some help after a tough 12 months! This years’ stress awareness month theme is ‘regaining connectivity, certainty and control’.
Read MoreIt is Children’s Mental Health Week and there has never been a more important time to express feelings and thoughts about mental health and wellbeing as the number of children affected by mental health issues continue to soar during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreThis year Children’s Mental Health Week takes place between 1st and 7th February 2021 and the theme is “Express Yourself”. The organisers, Place2Be, are encouraging children, young people and adults alike to explore different ways to express ourselves by sharing feelings, ideas, and thoughts through creative activities such as dance, drama, art, music, poetry, writing and film.
Read MorePrimary Teacher and parent, Liz Mould, reflects on her homeschooling experience and the challenges that she, like many other parents and carers, have faced, and are continuing to face.
Read MoreAs both a parent and a teacher I have had many conversations with worried parents and carers regarding how they will manage homeschooling their children whilst the schools are closed due to coronavirus. I understand that some foster carers may be particularly worried as children in care are particularly sensitive to uncertainty and any changes to their routine. Many children in care have experienced trauma and attachment issues and may be especially vulnerable at this time.
Read MoreHere at Fostering Rotherham, we are incredibly fortunate to be able to offer all our foster carers and children in care the services of our wonderful in-house Therapeutic Team. Read on to find out about the fantastic support and guidance that our Therapeutic Team have to offer…
Read MoreFebruary shines a spotlight on the importance of children’s mental health with Children’s Mental Health Week taking place between the 3rd and 9th of February. Katie is currently developing and delivering a range of Emotional Resilience and Parenting courses and was more than happy to talk to us about supporting children with trauma and attachment issues.
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