Latest News for Parents & Carers

Children and young people growing up with a disabled brother or sister often get less attention from parents and have more worries and responsibilities than their peers. Lockdown and the Covid-19 pandemic has created further isolation and challenges for this group of vulnerable children. SIBS, the UK charity for brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults, has published a new report – “Coming second all the time”: Life in lockdown for siblings of disabled children. 

Contact Families understands that many of you may be feeling hugely overwhelmed, confused and exhausted during the Covid-19 crisis and simply don’t know where to turn. To help, they offer 1-1 confidential phone appointments with family support advisers for parents looking for a listening ear, reassurance and practical and emotional support at this time. Book yours here! 

At this time more than any other, it is important to get your children vaccinated. There are still plenty of horrible viruses and diseases we can cure. Don’t let your little miss out.

The Education and Training Foundation and Council for Disabled Children have published: Tomorrow’s Leaders – A World Beyond Disability. This exciting new publication profiles the achievements of over 30 inspirational young people who are leading in their communities, with ambition, hard work and dedication to improving society.

Derby City’s ChatHealth service has two services:

• Young people, aged 11-19, can use this confidential texting service for help and advice from their School Nurse. Text 07507 327104
• All parent carers of children aged 0-19 can get advice and support with any concerns from their Health Visitor or School Nurse. Text 07507 327754