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Concerns about your child's development
It is normal for babies and children to learn skills at different rates to children of a similar age, e.g. sitting up, gaining speech and being toilet trained. However, as a parent it can be a worry if your child is slower to achieve these…Connect for mental wellbeing
When it comes to our wellbeing, other people matter. Evidence shows that good relationships - with family, friends and our wider communities - are important for our mental wellbeing. Mental wellbeing means feeling good - about ourselves and the world around us - and functioning…connect4communities
A one-stop-shop for local help and support If you are struggling to pay for necessities like food and fuel, you can use this directory to find sources of local support available in your area. You will also find details about local organisations, restaurants, food retailers…Coping with money worries
It's normal to feel worried, anxious or down when times are hard. Job insecurity, redundancy, debt and financial problems can all cause emotional distress. But there are lots of things you can do to help yourself if you're in a difficult situation. David Richards, professor of…Coram CLC – Child Law Advice
The Child Law Advice Service offers advice and support to parent carers and young people. They provide free legal resources with advice and information on all aspects of family, child and education law affecting children and families. The service is provided via [http://childlawadvice.org.uk/ this website]…Council Tax
Council Tax Benefit will no longer exist from 1 April 2013, instead you can apply for Council Tax Reduction. You’ll get money off your Council Tax bill if you qualify for Council Tax Reduction. You can apply for Council Tax Reduction whether you own your…Counselling
Some young people with additional needs and/or their families find that speaking to someone about their concerns or how they are feeling can be extremely helpful. Trained counsellors can help people to talk about their experiences and hopefully start to make sense of them. They…Dealing with child anger
Anger is a normal and useful emotion. It can tell children when things are not fair or right. But anger can become a problem if a child's angry behaviour becomes out of control or aggressive. Why is your child so angry? There are lots of reasons…Debt and hardship
In this section you will find information on: where to get advice and local support, claiming benefits you maybe entitled to and saving money on household bills. For a comprehensive list of local services click on the ‘View all services and advice’ link on the…