Here at Hill Farm we are aware that families maybe going through a difficult time during the COVID19 pandemic- family life and routines have had to change and adapt. We have provided links below to some organisations who maybe able to offer some help, support and advice during this time.
Please note that we advise that you check links carefully before sharing with children. Hill Farm Primary School are not responsible for external content/adverts.
Domestic Abuse Support –
WM Domestic Abuse Leaflet COVID19 – 31-03-2020
NSPCC In Ctrl – Virtual Support offer – NSPCC have created a support service around children’s online activity and the emotional well-being of children. Please see the below leaflet. If you need any further support then please do speak Mrs Hammond about a possible referral to their service.
Winter Grant – A new COVID Winter Grant is available to support vulnerable families and individuals over the winter months in many ways – from food to warm clothing.
Foodbank – Foodbank support is still available please contact the School for more details or you could visit
https://coventry.foodbank.org.uk/get-help/
School Nursing Team – If you need support from the School Nursing Team then please speak to Mrs Hammond.
Child Accident Prevention Trust – As we are all spending more time at home the Child Accident Prevention Trust has developed a Home Safety Checklist to ensure that homes are safe for children. If you need further advice on safety at home, then the School Nurses details are included on the checklist below for you to contact them directly.
Home Safety Checklist From School Nursing
Family Lives – Confidential Helpline for Parenting Support 08088002222
Barnardos – Provide a range of services to help and support families. They have information and support on Mental Health and Well-being.
The Children’s Society – They offer support for Children’s mental health and wellbeing during COVID 19.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/coronavirus-information-and-support
Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Coalition – Resource to help children and families mental health during self-isolation.
https://cypmhc.org.uk/resources-for-children-and-you-people-to-help-during-isolation/
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – They have a helpline for adults living in the UK who are feeling down or have a hit a wall for any reason.
Health for Kids – They are offering a fun way for children to learn about health with games, activities and quizzes.
Kidscape – Kidscape have a family fun plan which is free to download.
https://www.kidscape.org.uk/news/2020/march/kidscape-and-elmer-family-fun-plan/
Contact – Support for families with disabled children. They offer all up to date information about COVID 19 in one place.
Youngsibs – Support for Brothers and Sisters of disabled children and adults. They are offering online advice about staying in home during this difficult time.
Young Carers – Coventry Young Carers are offering one to one support to Young Carers through this difficult time.
https://www.youngcarerscoventry.com/