Children & Young People
Safer streets around schools
Streets around Calderdale schools are set to become safer, healthier and more pleasant for everyone. Calderdale Council is working with schools to encourage more active ways for children and young people to get to and from school, such as walking and cycling. From Monday 15 June, roads outside 14 Calderdale schools will be closed to … Continue reading Safer streets around schools
Sharing stories and building friendships
Schools and care homes in Calderdale have joined together to enable pupils and residents to share their experiences of life in lockdown, as part of an innovative pen pal programme. Pupils at Todmorden C of E School have been writing to residents at the nearby Pennine Lodge care home. Residents have really enjoyed receiving the … Continue reading Sharing stories and building friendships
You can save me – NSPCC encourages you to be vigilant around child abuse
During lockdown, some children and young people may be being abused and exploited at home. These children need your help! As a neighbour or key worker visiting homes for any reason, you may be the only person able to spot abuse and report it. Read the full PDF here
ChatHealth, a confidential text messaging service for children, young people and families
Healthy Futures Calderdale has introduced a new way for school-aged children and young people and families to access advice and support about any physical health or emotional wellbeing. Access ChatHealth: https://chathealth.nhs.uk ChatHealth is an NHS-approved secure and confidential text messaging service. To access ChatHealth, TEXT 07480 635297 (young people) or 07507 332157 (parents/carers) to start … Continue reading ChatHealth, a confidential text messaging service for children, young people and families
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