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Under the Children and Families Act 2014, each Local Authority has a legal responsibility to publish their own Local SEND (Special educational needs and disabilities) Offer. The Local SEND Offer is an information, support and advice directory for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with special educational needs, as well as their […]
Cheryl is a support worker in the adoption support team. She regularly attends the Stay and Play sessions and enjoys meeting families across Merseyside. Cheryl has completed a Q&A session to encourage more families to attend the sessions. So, what is Stay and Play? Stay and Play is a supported family group run by […]
It can be exhausting and frustrating when your child has issues with sleep, whether that’s difficulty settling at night, issues with waking during the night or just not getting enough sleep. Below are some hints and tips to try to help your child to get into a good sleep routine. Create a relaxed space […]
Mental health is becoming more and more prominent in today’s society, with more stressors surrounding family life it can become hard to cope when things get tough. Even though children might not share the same type of responsibility and stress as adults, they can still experience anxiety and low mood. We have put […]
It’s that time of the year again, the summer (if you can call it that) has passed. As the kids return to school, routines and structure may be welcome back in your household. Here are some ideas to help ease the transition: Wash and tumble-dry new clothes a couple of times. New uniforms […]
The summer holidays are approaching and for many, it can be an anxiety-inducing time. For other families, the school holidays are a brilliant time, as the worry of school isn’t there. But, trying to spend quality time with children while trying to juggle day-to-day life isn’t always easy. Here are some top […]
A child’s sensory overload can be similar to a fizzy drink bottle. This fizzy drink gets shaken up more and more throughout the day due to certain triggers and stressors. The triggers that children, particularly those who have experienced early trauma, come into contact with in a school day may be significant. These may […]
Starting the conversation about your child being adopted can seem daunting and scary. But being honest is the best way for them to understand their identity. Telling a child they are adopted is not a one-off task. Information and explanations to children who have been separated from their birth family will change […]
Adoption in Merseyside (AiM) has reached its’ 5th Birthday. April 2nd marks the five year anniversary since the four local authorities, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton and Wirral councils came together to bring adoption knowledge and experience under one roof. As a Regional Adoption Agency, the service finds families for children in care and provides […]
Easter and bank holidays are upon us and for some families travelling can be an exciting part. But not everyone enjoys traveling, especially children. Travelling can often make them feel restricted and overstimulated. This can lead to tears and tantrums. But, being organised can make those journeys a bit easier. Here […]
