Articles on Parents and Carers (219)
Healthy eating for teens
Teenagers' bodies go through many physical changes – changes that need to be supported by a healthy, balanced diet. By eating a varied and balanced diet as shown in the Eatwell Guide, you should be able to get all the energy and nutrients you…Healthy Start
If you’re pregnant or have children under the age of 4 you can get payments every 4 weeks to spend on: • cow’s milk • fresh, frozen or tinned fruit and vegetables • infant formula milk • fresh, dried, and tinned pulses You can also…Help for young carers
If you are 5 to 19 years old and care for a family member with a long-term illness or disability, Westminster council can give you: advice information about other services that can help one-to-one support if you have a high level of need Contact us…Help with childcare costs
Childcare support is expanding, with significant changes coming to 30 hours free childcare in England and Universal Credit childcare offers in England, Scotland and Wales. Click here for more details. 15 hours funded early education and childcare for 2 year olds The term after your child…Helpful Information for Young People
Advocacy: Youth-led advocacy is about supporting young people to speak up and helping them actively take part in the decisions that affect them. This UNICEF toolkit will give you the skills and information you need to stand up for what is important to you. Autism: A quick guide from ‘NICE’ for…Helpful information when choosing a childminder
Helpful information when choosing a Childminder Here are some key facts and things to consider when looking to use a childminder.Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF)
Throughout July and August, activities and events for five- to 16-year-olds will be taking place across Westminster as part of our Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme. The programme includes summer camps, sports, arts, cooking, mentoring and leadership, and a wide range of activities for…Holiday clubs and playschemes
These can offer a wide range of activities such as sports, outdoor and indoor games, arts, crafts and drama. Many operate a booking system and may give substantial discounts to parents who book early. Other schemes offer 'open access' where children can just turn up…Housing
Drawn by Nico, age 6 Supported Living Supported Living is a type of housing for adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism or other disabilities who want to live independently but may need some support. In Supported Living you will have some responsibility for looking after…