Bringing together the best information to support families in Rushmoor
Bringing together the best information to support families in Rushmoor
The NCT (also known as the National Childbirth Trust) is UK's leading charity for parents. Every year we support thousands of people through the incredible life changing experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.
Information about all aspects of childhood deafness
Offers and advice for people with debt problems. Advice is available over the phone and via email. Service is free and confidential.
If you're having problems sorting out contact arrangements, a mediator can help. This is the umbrella organisation for local family mediation services, and they can tell you where your local service is.
Directory, news and discussion forums
Advice on common children's illnesses and behavioural problems
A local network of information and advice for mums
Comprehensive health information and advice for mums
NHS advice and support for people trying to stop smoking.
NHS Hampshire works to meet the health needs of Hampshire’s diverse communities. The organisation and all the staff working for it are committed to the principles and values of the National Health Service (NHS).
The North East Hampshire Domestic Violence Forum aims to bring together representatives from the many local agencies who work with those affexted by domestic violence and abuse in Rushmoor and Hart.
Portage is a home visiting educational service for pre-school children with additional support needs and their families. It takes place in the child's own home and aims to equip parents with the skills and confidence they will need to help their child, no matter what the child's difficulties may be. Portage offers practical help and ideas to encourage a child's interests and make learning fun for all the family.
Membership of the National Portage Association is growing steadily. There are currently around 150 Portage services registered with the National Portage Association and Portage is being used by approximately 4,500 children and families across the U.K.
Margaret Baldwin is the local link for this service.
PAG for special play is a Registered Cahrity based in Rushmoor. Our aim is to increase the play and leisure opportunities for families with special needs children and young people within our local area.
Parent Support Advisers are new roles introduced to help schools to provide greater support for parents and families. Their role is to offer support, help and guidance to all parents and carers. They will be responsible for:
• Providing access to information
• Supporting parents and families in all issues relating to school life
• Improving school attendance
• Improving behaviour in school
• Supporting parents through ‘transitions’ – from pre-school/home into reception and from primary into secondary school
Rushmoor's Parent Support Advisers are:
Linda Parry, PSA for the Wavell cluster of schools, available at
Linda.parry@st-marks.hants.sch.uk (Tel. 0779 330 8974)
Tracy Clement, PSA for the Fernhill cluster of schools, available at tracy.clement@guillemont-jun.hants.sch.uk (Tel. 0754 541 5192)
Lesley Moffat, PSA for the Aldershot cluster, lesley.moffat@newport.hants.sch.uk (Tel. 0759 030 5065).
Linda Graham, PSA for the Oak Farm cluster of schools, available at linda.graham@farnboroughgrange.hants.sch.uk (Tel. 0754 573 5654).
Clair Lester, PSA for the Cove Cluster of schools, available at clair.lester@farnboroughgrange.hants.sch.uk (Tel. 07545 735 670)
Parentchannel.tv is a new online service designed to support and encourage parents and carers of children aged 5-19, with a collection of videos addressing day-to-day questions and concerns spanning wellbeing, behaviour and learning.
Parentchannel.tv features a collection of short and engaging videos with links to existing services for further information and support, where needed. In producing these videos, we have engaged experts and parents every step of the way.
New groups are being arranged all the time, so please check our website for the latest information. Click on "Groups and Workshops" at the top and then select "Hampshire". Alternatively telephone 023 8064 5900.
Information and support for parents on how to help with their child's learning
Parent.Voice.info provides information and support for the parents and carers of disabled children in Hampshire and Southampton, helping you to engage, debate and inform local services for your disabled child.
Meet other parents and contact local groups to share ideas and support one another.
Parity for Disability is a local charity providing vital services, information and support for children and young adults with multiple disabilities, their families and carers throughout Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey.
Download the 'Pinpoint' full brochure of activities and services in Hampshire for children with special needs, or browse to individual chapters.
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