Image Stay Connected with Local Family Services Want the latest updates for your family? Leicestershire’s Children and Families Newsletter brings you everything you need in one place Image Have your say on plans to support families affected by domestic abuse We’re keen to hear your views on our plans to reduce domestic abuse and improve support for adults and children affected by it. Image Thinking about fostering? Meet us in your community Becoming a foster carer can change a child’s life, and your own. Image Five to Thrive and supporting someone with mental health challenges Children and young people need connected relationships to build a healthy brain. We've all heard that our body needs 5 portions of fruit or veg a day to grow strong, well our brain needs 5 things Respond, Engage, Relax, Play, Talk. Image How Five to Thrive can help families with financial worries manage stress Money worries create enormous stress in families—sometimes called toxic stress when it’s constant and overwhelming. But when adults use Five to Thrive to stay connected, responsive, and nurturing, they help buffer children against the negative impact. Image Would you like to offer your lived experiences to help shape and influence our service? Have you been supported by Family Help Team (LCC) recently and would like to share your experience ? If so, read on to find out about a low commitment group where you can share your experience. Image Online Safety Up to date information on how emojis might be used unsafely and to cause harm. Image Growing Little Talkers This 3 week group is aimed at children 2.5-5years old for anyone interested in supporting their child's communication and language development. Please see flyer for more details on how to book a space. Warm Homes Leicestershire County Council’s Warm Homes service provides advice to residents to support affordable warmth. Residents can obtain advice by telephoning 0116 305 2524 or visiting our advice pages: www.leicestershire.gov.uk/home-energy-grants Image Healthier Screen Time for Children 0-18 'Five A Day' Tips for Healthier Screen Time Image Find Out About Fostering with Leicestershire County Council Residents interested in learning more about fostering are invited to learn more at one of Leicestershire County Council’s information events. Image Babies cry, you can cope Are you worried how to cope with a crying baby? Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Next page