Bereaved Children’s Awareness Week 18th – 22nd November 2024

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From the 18th-22nd November the Irish Childhood Bereavement Network (ICBN) will coordinate a series of awareness raising events. There will be several webinars for professionals exploring a range of issues facing bereaved children and highlighting ways for adults to provide appropriate compassionate support. There will also be online support session for parents and carers, as well as a media campaign and a range of local and regional events delivered by members and friends of ICBN. Click on the link below for more information:

https://www.childhoodbereavement.ie/bcaw/

Empathy Online from Spunout.ie

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Empathy Online is a new, comprehensive, self-directed digital learning programme from Spunout.ie.  Build your empathy toolkit for responding to harm and supporting others online

It presents a fresh new approach for responding to difficult and harmful content online. Check it out here: https://t.co/jnM4K1982R.

Developed with support from https://x.com/Google, Empathy Online aims to equip younger people with the self-compassion and empathy needed to reduce harmful behaviour online and to also empower people with the bystander intervention skills to intervene where appropriate

Trim FRC November 2024 Newsletter

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Click on the link below to see a copy of the Trim FRC November 2024 newsletter outlining the programmes and groups we have in place that will be of interest to families.

https://trimfamilyresourcecentre.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/November-1.pdf

Louth Meath Calendar of Events for Mental Health November 2024

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Please see the Louth Meath Calendar of Events for Mental Health – November 2024. Please click the link below if you wish to register for any of the events/training:

https://www.meath.ie/council/council-services/community/community-grants-and-initiatives/healthy-ireland-and-healthy-meath/mental-health-events-calendar

Free workshops for parents – Early Years Supporting your child’s transition from preschool to primary school

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Dear Parent,
Is your child transitioning from pre-school to primary school? This can be an exciting yet challenging milestone, and we’re here to support you every step of the way!

The National Parents Council (NPC) is offering free online information sessions to help you support your child’s smooth and positive transition into primary school. Join us from the comfort of your home and gain valuable insights, practical advice, and tools to ease this transition for your child.

November Session Dates and Times:
Monday, 4th November at 7.30pm
Tuesday, 5th November at 10am
Wednesday, 6th November at 7.30pm

Why Attend?
These interactive sessions will cover essential strategies for supporting your child’s social, emotional, and educational journey into primary school. You’ll learn about:
Building confidence and resilience in your child
Coping with challenges and managing emotions
Strengthening your relationship with your child as they start this new adventure
Each session also includes a Q&A where you can ask questions and receive
guidance from our experienced facilitators.

How to Join:
Simply register your details by clicking the link below, and we’ll send you a
Zoom link to join the session.
Register Here

Please note, places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to prepare for one of the most important steps in your child’s early years!

New Health Literacy Online Courses

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Adult Literacy for Life are delighted to share two new online health literacy courses which are on their website now:

  Name Audience Length Link
Course 1: Let’s talk about health literacy Everyone who uses health and social care services 25 minutes www.adultliteracyforlife.ie/aware/lets-talk-about-health-literacy-course
Course 2: Let’s talk about a literacy friendly approach in healthcare Health and social care professionals 40 minutes www.adultliteracyforlife.ie/aware/lets-talk-about-literacy-friendly-approach-course

Communications briefing for Health Literacy courses October 2024

 

Mental Health Ireland – Connect to the Five Ways to Wellbeing Webinars for October

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Mental Health Ireland are offering free live webinars for the month of October. Please see details and link below:

https://www.wheel.ie/news/2024/09/mental-health-month-mental-health-ireland#:~:text=October%20is%20Mental%20Health%20Month,Ireland%20is%20here%20to%20help!

Empowering Futures – Employability Programme (targeting young people aged 15 to 24 who are currently not in education, employment or training)

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Youth Work Ireland Meath are currently accepting referrals from young people aged 15 to 24 who are currently not in education, employment or training. This programme is available throughout Meath.

See poster below with all the details.

Parenting Support Champions: Supporting Children and Young People Experiencing Anxiety

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Please see poster link below for details about an upcoming free workshop for parents – Supporting Children and Young People Experiencing Anxiety that’s happening in the Meath Child & Parent Hub (FRC) Commons Road, Navan, 10am to 12pm,  7th November 2024.

This free workshop supports parents to gain a greater understanding of children and young people’s anxiety, and the effects anxiety has in their everyday life along with techniques that support self-regulation and emotional resilience.

To book a space the contact numbers are on the poster. Please note places are very limited.

This workshop has been accessed by the Parenting Support Champions Louth & Meath and funded through the Parenting Communities Learning Initiatives Funding 2024.

Poster Navan Workshop

October mental health awareness month – Free Online Sessions for parents – Supporting your child’s positive Mental Health: Early Years

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Dear Parents,

The National Parents Council (NPC) are excited to announce a series of FREE online information sessions on “Supporting your child’s positive mental health in the early years”.

Why Attend?

The first five years of a child’s life are crucial for their long-term positive mental health. Our programme, developed in partnership with St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services, aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to support your young child’s mental health at home.

Session Details:

These sessions will be held online via Zoom, offering you flexibility to join from the comfort of your home during the week of the 21st of October 2024.

Dates and Times:

  • Monday 21st: 7.30pm
  • Tuesday 22nd: 10am – 7.30pm
  • Wednesday 23rd:10am – 7.30pm
  • Thursday 24th: 7.30pm
  • Friday 25th: 10am

What You Will Learn:

  • Meeting your child’s needs: Understanding how everyday life impacts mental health.
  • Coping with challenges: Helping your child manage emotions and overcome obstacles.
  • Nurturing relationships: Developing a strong, positive bond with your child.
  • Building resilience: Supporting your child to become resilient.
  • Children’s Rights: Ensuring your child has the opportunity to live a mentally healthy life.
  • Five Ways to Wellbeing: Practical tips for maintaining mental well-being.

How to Register:

Secure your spot now for free by clicking here

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your parenting skills and support your child’s mental well-being. We look forward to seeing you online!

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

This program is designed to empower parents with valuable insights on supporting their children’s mental health through everyday interactions. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and skills in supporting your child’s mental health journey.