Calm Connections CIC

We have our online session tonight 6:30pm-8pm. This session will focus on EBSNA. Emotionally Based School Non-School Attendance is an increasingly common situation faced by many families in Trafford. We aim to provide advice and support at tonight’s session. The session is led by Rachelle our Parent Lead who has lived experience as a parent of all child who struggled with school attendance.

Come and connect virtually, join us for a chat although the theme is Emotionally Based Non-School Attendance we can discuss any concerns around your child/ young person's mental health and wellbeing.

We look forward to seeing you there.

You've Got This! We've Got You!

Parent Lead Trafford- Rachelle
Email: [email protected]

Please book on using this link: https://buff.ly/3TcDwNy

Did you know that local research across Greater Manchester repeatedly finds that parents and carers of children and young people struggling with their mental health want a safe space to be listened to.

We are one of the few mental health organisations for parents and carers, in Greater Manchester that provide that space, with a team of parents who’ve been on that journey (and many of us still are).

We get it.

That’s why we provide that non judgemental, compassionate and welcoming space.

Plus we have the added benefits of having CAMHS practitioners, working alongside us to provide practical advice and information at our monthly in person support groups.

Join us upstairs at Stretford Mall, Trafford (3rd Weds of the month) or the strand in Rochdale (last Tuesday of the month), 10-11.30am

We also have our monthly online group in the evening.

Here’s the info:
https://bookwhen.com/calmconnections

Today is National Reading Day

Reading can help with mental health and wellbeing

Reading can:

*reduce stress
* improve memory and focus
* help with sleep routines
*help with relaxation

Take sometime for you today and read your favourite book, or read a book aloud with your child.

We have our online session 11th September 6:30pm-8pm. This session will focus on EBSNA.

Come and connect virtually, join us for a chat although the theme is Emotionally Based Non-School Attendance we can discuss any concerns around your child/ young person's mental health and wellbeing.

We look forward to seeing you there.

You've Got This! We've Got You!

Parent Lead Trafford- Rachelle
Email: [email protected]

Here’s some useful info for families in Rochdale….

Anyone with a child or young person with SEND please come down to Matthew Moss Youth Centre, Sunday 15th September 11.00- 2.00 to meet the Barnardo's team and find out more about the services we offer in Rochdale. There will be examples of young peoples work, activities and refreshments. Everyone welcome 😁

Non-school attendance can be really difficult for everyone, often leaving parents and carers feeling stuck between a rock and a hard place. You are not alone!!

💫 We are here to listen, guide and support to help you to get through this difficult time💫

👇 Join our in-person support sessions in 👇

Stretford 18th September 10-11:30
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Rochdale September 24th 10-11:30
https://buff.ly/3TgI2L7

👇 We also have an online session on the 11th 6:30-8pm👇

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🩷 We are a heart led organisation so our sessions are tailored to suit the participants needs. Please contact [email protected] or [email protected] if you have any questions or if you would like us to talk through what a session will look like 🩷

Great peer support session today at The Strand in Kirkholt. We went off topic which I love as it means that we can give time and space to topics that are relevant to the participants involved and that is where the magic happens 💫.

Our next session's theme is non-school attendance . Join us on the 24th September using the link below 👇

https://buff.ly/3TgI2L7

Is your child/young person at the beginning of a new journey? Are they coping? Are you coping? Do you feel prepared to support them?

Along with an open space for you to share your current challenges, we will be exploring conversation points and coping skills to ensure that upcoming transitions are as smooth as possible for the whole family.

Join Jen tomorrow at The Strand in Rochdale for a space to share, learn, discuss, resolve and breathe. I'll see you there...

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If you’d like some ideas of how to connect with your child or young person, who is struggling with their wellbeing, then join us in person in Rochdale and Trafford or online.

We are here to listen and support you so you can better support your child.

A massive thank you to our Liz for all the volunteering she has done at the Wellbeing Centre.

Today is her last day in the Centre and luckily we are not saying goodbye as Liz will continue helping us at events etc but I do want to acknowledge the commitment, dedication and smiles that Liz has given us for well over a year now.

Thank you so much Liz for everything that you’ve brought to Calm Connections. 🥰

I know that the other organisation you are working with are also very lucky to have you!! 👏🙏🏼👏

** Important Information** Our Rochdale in-person peer support session has been postponed and will now take place on the 3rd September.

This will include a check in to see how your young person is coping with change and space to talk about any other challenges. Book using the link below

Calm Connections in-person peer support session Rochdale - Booking by Bookwhen This month we are focussing on supporting your child when they are moving on. This could be to a new class or a new school/college/university. The session includes a check in, information on transitions and a mindful activity. There is also space for you to share any challenges that you are facing t...

Exam Time & Exam Stress | Parents Guide To Support Exams are a stressful time for any young person, if you're worried about how your child is coping read our tips and advice on how to help.

A message to every young person who is getting their GCSE results today.

** Important Information** Our Rochdale in-person peer support session has been postponed and will now take place on the 3rd September. Click the link to book on. We hope to see you there.

Calm Connections in-person peer support session Rochdale - Booking by Bookwhen This month we are focussing on supporting your child when they are moving on. This could be to a new class or a new school/college/university. The session includes a check in, information on transitions and a mindful activity. There is also space for you to share any challenges that you are facing t...

This week has been a bit of a sad one. On Monday we said goodbye to ‘Our Em’ Emma Ellies Bradley who has been managing the centre in Stretford for the last 10 months.

Anyone who knows Em will know how much sunshine, kindness and compassion she brings into peoples lives. We are so grateful to have worked with you and for the passion and fun you have bought.

We are going to miss your beaming smile and kind heart.

The Centre may be a little more empty but our hearts are so much fuller!

See you soon Em and always keep shining your light 💫🙏🏼❤️

Reminder we have our in person support session at our centre in Stretford tomorrow 10am-11:30am.

Transitioning to a new school, setting or class can be difficult for some children and young people. We will be sharing ways to make the transition easier for your child/ young person.

Come and connect, join us for a chat, although the theme is Transitions we can discuss any concerns around your child/ young person mental health and wellbeing.

We look forward to seeing you there.

You've Got This! We've Got You!

https://buff.ly/3KkXiz9 please book on via this link

Parent Lead Trafford- Rachelle
Email: [email protected]

A message to everyone getting their exam results today.

For any of our dads and male carers having a tough time- Jim is such a warm and welcoming man and experienced counsellor. 🙌

Have you previously received support from Calm Connections and would now like to support others? We are looking to train some more parents and carers with lived experience to become mentors to support families going through challenging times. Once qualified as a mentor you will have support from the mentor lead, access to group supervision to support your mental health, further development opportunities and you will become a valued member of our fabulous team. To request more information please follow this link https://buff.ly/46zmj6B and please share this information to anyone that may be interested as the application window will close in 2 weeks time. Thank you.

Reminder we have our online session on 14th August 6:30pm-8pm

Transitioning to a new school, setting or class can be difficult for some children and young people. Join us for our online support session to get some tips on making the transition as easy as possible for your child or young person.

Come and connect, join us for a chat, although the theme is Transitions we can discuss any concerns around your child/ young person mental health and wellbeing.

We look forward to seeing you there.

You’ve got this. We’ve got you!

https://buff.ly/3KkXiz9 please book on via this link

Parent Lead Trafford- Rachelle
Email: [email protected]

🌟Sale day today ⭐

Good morning all
Today is our last sale day at the centre

Some of our bigger items are availabe
We still have toys and crafts to find new homes

We are open 10 untill 4 pm

Transitioning to a new school, setting or class can be difficult for some children and young people. Join us for our online support session to get some tips on making the transition as easy as possible for your child or young person.

Come and connect, join us for a chat, although the theme is Transitions we can discuss any concerns around your child/ young person mental health and wellbeing.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Our online session is 14th August 6:30pm-8pm

You’ve got this. We’ve got you!

https://buff.ly/3KkXiz9 please book on via this link

Parent Lead Trafford- Rachelle
Email: [email protected]