Action for Children

We're giving a huge thank you to Waitrose & Partners for inviting children, young people and volunteers from Action for Children to their Cookery School last week. The group were invited from our London Independent Visitors service, which matches volunteers (Independent Visitors) with a young person in care. They support them in their interests, mentor them to make their own decisions and be a positive influence. Are you interested in volunteering for the service? Find out more: https://bit.ly/3M7jvnJ John Lewis Partnership

Spare a minute for some good news... We're proud to introduce a brand-new partnership with JoJo Maman Bébé! Childhood is precious. Every child deserves to have a safe and loving home, food, warmth, the chance to grow and learn – the support to cope with life’s challenges. But so many are denied this opportunity. JoJo Maman Bébé will help us be there for families when they have nowhere else to turn. And through exciting fundraising and volunteering initiatives, the partnership will help us provide more children with the safe and happy childhoods. Together, we will help children thrive. Every day. Pop in-store to find out more or click 👉 https://bit.ly/3YNQwgn

Racially-motivated violence in recent weeks has caused untold worry for many. For parents or carers, you might feel unsure what to do to keep your child safe. We're here for you: read our brand-new advice article from expert Parenting Coaches, or talk to them one on one using our free chat service... https://bit.ly/4dKyBvf

Parent Talk, our parenting support platform, has seen a large increase in parents looking for support for issues relating to parenting and relationships. Our latest report takes a closer look to find out what parents are struggling with 👇 #Parenting #Advice #ParentingSupport

We want to introduce you to Charlie! He’s a Residential Worker at Sycamore House in Shrewsbury. We asked him a few questions about his role and the impact he has on young people’s lives... What’s your favourite part of the job? "The activities and interactions we get to have with the children, both in-house and on any outings." ️What’s your career highlight at Action for Children? "This is a tough one, there’s so many! I’d say the highlight has been working for such a wonderful charity. But one moment stands out to me... One of the young people we work with used to be hoisted and almost entirely dependent on staff for personal care. Four years on and he can walk with support, and manoeuvre himself around the home on his own. He’s able to get himself in and out of the shower, dressed almost entirely independently. His vocabulary has also increased massively over time and he’s expanded his knowledge of signs and symbols." What do you get up to in your free time? "I’m quite a creative and active person, so I like to write songs, play guitar and piano - occasionally I go busking! I read and do creative writing, spend time with friends/family playing board games or go for local walks or excursions in nature." #StaffSpotlight #ActionForChildren

Our response to the appalling events of the past few days.

Light up the sky with your legacy! 🌟 At Action for Children, we believe every child deserves a bright future. Our Sky of Stars is a special way to honour loved ones and create a lasting legacy for vulnerable children. By leaving a gift in your will, you can help ensure that children and young people receive the support they need for years to come. That’s why, when we receive a gift from someone’s will, a star is added to our Sky of Stars in their name. A star to remember the difference made to vulnerable children and young people. A star that will shine as a lasting light to help give children a brighter future. By visiting our Sky of Stars tribute site, you can find stars dedicated to someone special, celebrating their memory and impact and it’s our way of saying thank you for each gift. Each star represents a heartfelt commitment to making a difference in a child's life and a space for our incredible supporters to be remembered for the difference they’ve made to vulnerable children. Your legacy will ensure that future generations have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4d9On2W #LeaveALegacy #SupportChildren

Our brand-new partnership with our friends at Nationwide Building Society is in full swing. And we wanted to share some exciting updates... We’re launching two vital services to support tens of thousands of vulnerable children, young people and families living in financial hardship: 👉 The Family Fund will give families immediate support with essentials like food, bills, clothing and equipment for their homes. 👉 Family Clubs will provide welcoming, safe spaces in local communities where families can come to eat, get warm, feel comfortable and be supported with whatever they’re facing. Together, Action for Children and Nationwide will help tackle child poverty and give more children a safe and happy childhood. #NationwideFairerFutures

July was a very eventful month at Action for Children. Here are just some of our highlights... We partnered with Virgin Media O2 and Internet Matters Ltd #FindTheRightWords campaign, to help speak to children about staying safe online Along with 5 young ambassadors and our charity partners, we handed in our petition, urging the new PM to put children first We heard from apprentice Angharad, who told us about her incredible journey with Action for Children We caught up with Amanda from our Haydock service, and heard about everything her team does for disabled children And to top it all off, we celebrated our 155-year anniversary! What were your July highlights? #MonthlyRoundup

We're giving a HUGE thank you to our friends at Chartered Institute of Housing... “As part of my Chartered Institute of Housing Presidential Charity Campaign, myself, a group of friends and other housing professionals set out to climb Scafell Pike, England’s highest Mountain, set in the beautiful Lake District National Park." - Jill Murray, President of the Chartered Institute of Housing. The group of 25, led by four mountain leaders, climbed in support of Action for Children. They raised an incredible £12,509 (and counting) in the process, smashing their target of £7,000. "The fundraising challenge exceeded all of our expectations and we are delighted with the phenomenal amount of money raised by everyone, almost doubling my fundraising target for the event. And most importantly, enabling Action for Children to make a huge impact on the lives of vulnerable children, young people and families across the UK." Drop a ❤️ below and join us in congratulating colleagues from the Chartered Institute of Housing!