“YoungMinds has launched its most ambitious campaign to date, YoungMindsVs, kick-starting a mass movement for change that will improve the mental health of children and young people.
Led by young people YoungMinds Vs campaigns for improvements in the top issues that young people told us are of most concern to them.” to find out more..
“Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. We believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
We help more than 5m people every year providing support, companionship and advice for older people who need it most.” Check out their website..
“Working with older people is as diverse as working with any other age range. It’s important to remember that “older adults” aren’t just one group of people with the same needs.”
Social work with older people is as important as child protection
“Social workers can help individuals, families and communities build on their strengths, and unlock their potential, for example, by supporting older people to begin volunteering, thus ensuring that other care users are not isolated.”
What does excellent social work with older people look like?
“Supported by a network of volunteers, Contact the Elderly organises monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties for small groups of older people aged 75 and over, who live alone, offering a regular and vital friendship link every month.”
“Keeping little ones (with little attention spans) occupied is often half the battle. It doesn’t take long before children run to their parents looking for things to do.
If you aren’t careful, keeping kids busy can put a major dent in the pocket book. Having a go-to list of frugal ideas to keep your kids entertained is key. Otherwise, you’ll be unprepared for those two little words — “I’m bored.””
This resource tells you what legal issues do those working with children and vulnerable adults need to be aware of?
“Working with children is both demanding and rewarding. We examine potential child-focused roles, the legal requirements and the qualifications you need to work with children.”
“All organisations that work with or come into contact with children should have safeguarding polices and procedures to ensure that every child, regardless of their age, gender, religion or ethnicity, can be protected from harm.
Setting up and following good safeguarding policies and procedures means children are safe from adults and other children who might pose a risk.
The information and advice on these pages was provided by the Safe Network service which closed on 1 April 2016.”
“All children need love, encouragement, and support, and for kids with learning disabilities, such positive reinforcement can help ensure that they emerge with a strong sense of self-worth, confidence, and the determination to keep going even when things are tough.”