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Your Family And You
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National Carers Week runs from 7th-13th June. The annual campaign raises awareness for caring, highlights the challenges that unpaid carers face and recognises the contribution they make to families and communities across the UK. It can also help people who might not have thought of themselves as carers to identify as such and access support. The theme for this year is Making Caring Visible and Valued.
SO WHAT IS A CARER?
There are an estimated 6.5 million people in the UK who are carers. Following the pandemic, many people are taking on more caring responsibilities for their relatives and friends who are disabled, ill or older and who need support. National Carers Week defines a carer as someone who: ‘[1] Cares (unpaid) for family or friends who have a disability, illness or who need support in later life: Washing them. And their laundry. And their dishes. Keeping appointments. And records. And tempers. Giving medicine. And time. And hugs. Filling forms. And fridges. And silences. Dealing with doctors. And nurses. And pharmacists. And social workers. And benefits agencies. And care workers. And a lack of sleep. [2] Needs support to manage a life on their own.’ The campaign wants carers to be recognised for the difficulties they are experiencing, respected for all they are doing, and provided with information, support and understanding.
HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?
Whether it’s raising awareness by pledging your support on carersweek. org, posting on social media or contacting local politicians, all these activities help raise the profile of caring in communities. Workplaces can look at setting up an employee carers’ network, and if you know someone who is a carer, now might be a good time to reach out have a conversation. The team at York Carers Centre
YORK CARERS CENTRE
As we welcome National Carers Week in June, it’s a great time to highlight York Carers Centre, the local charity that gives free support to any unpaid carer in York, or who care for someone in York. Their free support and advice is given to anyone aged 5 and above, depending on what the individual carer needs. This might be one to one help, support groups, activities or advice about things like benefits and rights. If you need help, advice or someone to talk to about your caring role, you can get in touch on 01904 715 490 or see their website www.yorkcarerscentre. co.uk or social media @ yorkcarers to know more.
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Our care teams have been providing award-winning quality home care since 1989 and can help with: personal care, housekeeping, help getting around or even to provide a break to an existing family member or care-giver.
A new children’s drama workshop and performance focussing on mental health is touring York over June and July. Meet Jack, presented by Mind Matters for Education and Falling Stars Theatre, focuses on identifying emotions and developing healthy coping techniques for kids through an interactive performance. The audience will follow the story of a boy called Jack and all of the emotions he faces in a busy week. Jack’s week ends with an explosion of feelings, and the play looks back over the week to see what made Jack feel anxious and withdrawn. The production will be run following the current government guidance for performance venues and audience management. Tickets are on sale now. Book online at www. ticketsource.co.uk/ falling-stars-theatre or call 07816 269690.
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Mortals have got until the 4th June to register their Will for free as part of The National Will Register’s Free Will Registration Month. Wills ensure that a person’s estate ends up where, and with who, they want it to when they die. Registering a Will with the National Will Register mens that when a person dies, their Will is easier to locate for relatives and beneficiaries. To register your Will visit www. nationalwillregister.co.uk and enter the code FreeWillReg2021 when asked. You do not need a copy of your Will to register it and the register does not need to see your Will. YOUR FAMILY from Plus All New Models Available HAVE A HOME? THESE CUTIE PIES NEED ONE. MEOWLY CYRUS AND RUMPLETEAZER Meowly Cyrus and Rumpleteazer are two of the most laid back cats that you are ever likely to meet. They were an owned pair however their owner was no longer in a position to keep them anymore. Rumpleteazer (Tortoiseshell) seems to be the more confident/inquisitive to encourage more fuss. Meowly Cyrus does have evidence of Arthritis in her right back leg however this doesn’t seem to be causing her of the pair and she is usually the first any issues at the moment and she to greet us when we enter their pen. is been given a joint supplement Meowly Cyrus (Black & White) is daily to ease any stiffness that she generally found snoozing in the top may experience. Meowly is 4 years of her Feline Fort™ and when we old and Rumpleteazer is 2 and this give her a fuss she will roll around mother/daughter duo are quite and push her head into your hands simply the bee’s knees! Visit www.york.cats.org.uk
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At York Steiner School we see childhood as a precious time, full of joy and curiosity. This is a place where pupils love to learn...
York Steiner School believes each child is unique and should have their potential “caught” not “taught”. Our curriculum is an exciting mix of academic, artistic and practical activities that stimulate an interest in the world while supporting their intellectual, social and emotional development. Our children are curious and confident and go on to achieve amazing things at GCSE level and beyond - but we know we are also sending them out into the world with the passion, creativity and confidence to achieve their dreams. Right now, the 1,100 Steiner schools across the world have had a surge in new admissions as parents tell us how home learning under Covid-19 lockdowns have changed the way they view their children’s education. They are drawn to our busy hands-on lessons – often outdoors – and joyful approach to core subjects in maths, science and literacy. Our school is a beautiful calm place where we believe in educating the Whole Child. This starts from our Gentle Beginnings groups for babies and Parent and Toddler groups then into Kindergarten through to Class 8 where the children leave us at 14 years old.
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INTRODUCING VICTORIA EDWARDS HOME MANAGER AT MOSSDALE RESIDENCE
Here at Mossdale Residence we are very proud to have esteemed Home Manager, Mrs Victoria Edwards. Victoria has worked in private healthcare for over 13 years, managing homes for over a decade, the wealth of knowledge and expertise she has in providing residential and nursing support to the elderly is invaluable. She achieved overall ‘Good’, with ‘Outstanding’ for ‘caring’, in an inspection from the Care Quality Commission at the previous home she managed. In Victoria’s words, “Kind care is to show compassion, courtesy and respect to those who I care for.” Victoria shares HC-One’s vision to provide the kindest possible care and a very good life for each and every Resident. She extends this caring approach to her Colleagues and works closely with her team to enrich the lives of elderly ladies and gentlemen in a luxurious homely environment.
To learn more about Mossdale Residence, our state-of-the-art luxury care home located in the popular residential area of Burnholme, please call our experienced Care Advisors who will find out all about you, what really matters and help you every step of the way.
York Family Mediation Service welcomes government voucher scheme
The government has announced that it is investing £1m in family mediation, to support families to resolve issues relating to children. Under the scheme, the Ministry of Justice will provide contributions of up to £500 per family, to resolve issues relating to children following parental separation. Mediation will be provided by Family Mediation Council Accredited (FMCA) mediators and the fund will reduce the costs of mediation for at least 2000 families. Family mediation is a process in which an independent, professionally trained mediator helps parents work out arrangements for children and finances following separation. Mediation can also be helpful when previous child arrangements need to change, particularly as children grow up. Carol Etherington, Manager of York Family Mediation Service, said ‘This brilliant new voucher scheme will really help separating parents who are worried about the cost of using Family Mediation. We already provide legally-aided mediation, whereby those who are eligible because they are relying on benefits or who are working but still have low incomes can get some or even all of their appointments with us free of charge. The Ministry of Justice voucher scheme will enable our charity to help even more families who are breaking up by supporting them with the costs of using our service, which is especially important in these difficult times where parents may have been furloughed or otherwise affected by the recent lockdowns.’ Further information about the voucher scheme for families who feel they may benefit can be found on the following websites: www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk • www.gov.uk/guidance/ family-mediation-voucher-scheme
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