Join Us for the Kids Matter Christmas Appeal
We have exciting news! This Christmas, we’re launching a brand-new Kids Matter Christmas Appeal, and we want you to be part of it!
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Vision event celebrates impact and inspires change
Last week we celebrated our vision to see every child in need raised in a strong family at a small event hosted by our longest running partner, St Luke’s Millwall in London.
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How early intervention can tackle the school absenteeism crisis
Crucial to any early intervention strategy is strong parent involvement. No matter how inspiring, nurturing, supportive and well-resourced a school might be, it requires a parent to walk their child up to the school gate and nudge them through.
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A note from Aaron, our new Support Coach
Meet Aaron. He recently joined the Kids Matter team as a Support Coach, and is keen to encourage facilitators in all aspects of running programmes in their communities. he loves the outdoors, owns the best dog in the world and has even published a poetry book, “Being Still – A Quiet Revolution.”
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Why early intervention matters
More than 600 mentally ill children a week are deteriorating to such a state that they have reached crisis point. Child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) are struggling to meet the need, with many children stuck on a waiting list for around five months.
Could Kids Matter have a role to play in early intervention support for children and families?
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New report outlines solutions for child poverty crisis
In the face of insurmountable pressure, vulnerable children and young people find themselves increasingly isolated. Yet, amidst this challenging landscape, a beacon of hope remains clear: the critical role of support services accessed by these households.
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CAP and Kids Matter come alongside families together
By pooling knowledge and expertise, partnerships can provide a wider range of services and support, from education and healthcare to social services, parenting, and job training. This multi-pronged approach ensures that families receive tailored assistance, breaking down barriers and promoting sustainable change.
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Why parent support could see an increase in school attendance
A great deal of pressure is placed on Headteachers and classroom teachers to cajole children into school when, in reality, the people with the greatest amount of influence in a child’s life are their parents and carers. One way to relieve the burden on schools to keep child numbers up is to support parents who are struggling to send their children to school.
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Meet Keren – our Partnership Manager in Merseyside
“Liverpool has been voted as one of the UK’s friendliest cities and is now my home. Yet the high highs can mask some low lows. We have many needs as a region and we also have amazing people joining together to help support those who need it.”
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Find out more about our new partnership with Liverpool’s Imagine If
We recently caught up for a Q&A with James Sloane, Chief Executive of Imagine If, to hear all about the work they do in Liverpool.
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