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Charlton School SEND Group & Lots More...

Charlton School SEND Group

Thursday 26th January from 9.15am-10.30am

We are hosting our SEND Group as part of the Autism in Schools Project on Thursday morning. Open to all families who have a child with Autism or who are on the pathway or awaiting assessment.

Open discussion with families, and to understand wider service offers, and a chance to meet members of PODS Team.

"FREE CUPPA AND CAKE"

Voting in Person at Local Elections on 4th May - Everyone Will Need Photo ID

Local elections are on 4 May in Telford & Wrekin. New government legislation means you will need to show PHOTO ID to vote at a polling station.

If you don't have accepted photo ID, you can now apply for a free voter ID document, which is known as a Voter Authority Certificate.

Check if your ID is acceptable / Apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate here: https://orlo.uk/Mb1sY

Please note, you will not need to show photo ID in order to apply to VOTE BY POST for this election. You can apply to vote by post here: https://orlo.uk/9gAgi

You can find out more about the new Voter ID requirements here: https://orlo.uk/GbKbw

PODS Befriending Scheme Recruitment Event

Thursday 9th February 2023 from 10am-12pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU

Are you the Parent Carer of a child or young person with a special need or disability? Do you have some spare time to spend listening and supporting other parent carers on a 1:1 basis? 

Then why not come and join us for our Befriending Scheme Recruitment Event, where you can find out more about being a Befriender, the Befriending Scheme and the support we offer.

To book your place, please click here: PODS Befriending Scheme Recruitment Event

If you're unable to join us on the day, but would like to know more about becoming a PODS Befriender, please contact Kerrie by email: kerrie@podstelford.org or call: 07309 753044 

An Opportunity to Advertise in PODS Annual Newsletter

Do you run a dance class, group or business associated with or for the benefit the SEN community?

Would you like the opportunity to advertise to a targeted audience?

This year for the first time we are offering the opportunity for local organisations to advertise in our annual newsletter which is sent out to over 1000 families plus schools, various organisations and providers.

Prices start from as little as £100 for half a page in full colour. 

If you are interested in placing an advert, please contact elaine@podstelford.org by 31st January.

Time to Talk Day 2022

Thursday 2nd February from 10am-1pm at Dawley Town Hall, New Street, Telford, TF4 3JR

We will be having a stall at this event, why not pop a long and say hello.

PODS Admaston Family Group

Monday 6th February 2023 from 10am-12pm at Admaston House Community Centre, Telford, TF5 0BN

Join us at our friendly Family group, a chance to catch up on updates, discuss services and access non-judgemental peer support with fellow parent carers.

Any family members welcome to join us and we'll supply the refreshments and treats too (donations welcome).

To book your place, please click here: PODS Admaston Family Group

PODS After School Clubs

Please see the poster below for details of PODS After School Clubs held at PODS Hub during Term Time. Cost is £3 per child.

To book your place, please click on the links below:

PODS Code Club

PODS Minecraft Club

PODS Lego Club

PODS Blists Hill Family Group

Friday 27th January 2023 from 10am-12pm at Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford, TF7 5UD

Come and join us at PODS Family Group in Blists Hill Victorian Town for a chat, relax  and meet with friendly faces. Ask us for some advice or just enjoy a walk around the village. Please note a facemask is required in some parts of the village. Tickets are available at a subsidised cost of £3.00 per person.

PODS will provide 1 tea/coffee/soft drink to each person booked, however you will have to purchase your own other refreshments if required. Places are limited and booking is essential, open to all PODS members living in Telford and Wrekin. Please note that the tickets are non-refundable.

Children, of any age, are welcome however if they are under 2 years old, no ticket is required. We will be meeting at the entrance at 10am, please let us know if you will be late or can no longer make it so as the group can enter on time.

To book your place, please click here: PODS Blists Hill Family Group

SEN Magazine - January-February Issue

In the January-February issue of SEN Magazine, you will find articles on the following:

• Re-inventing PE.
• Autism - difference not deficit.
• Audiobooks for dyslexia.
• Post 16 options.
• Music outdoors.
• Year 11 Student Initiative: safe spaces

To read those articles and the magazine in full, please click here: SEN Magazine - January-February Issue

Taylor Support - TSocial

Please see the poster below for details on Taylor Support's TSocial offer.

Telford CAB

Sharing from Telford CAB...

"We remain committed to helping our clients and continue to offer information and advice. You can access a comprehensive range of help and advice at national website www.citizensadvice.org.uk but if that doesn’t answer your question, you can contact Citizens Advice Telford & the Wrekin for more help:

• 01952 567193 callers will be asked about their problem and if they need more than brief information they will be called back by one of our advisers for a more in-depth interview.
• 0300 330 1165 is the advice line.
• 01952 567174 which is for people wanting food parcels.
• People having problems with claiming Universal Credit can get help through 0800 144 8 444 or national webchat support www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/universal-credit/claiming/helptoclaim which will send enquiries through to local advisers
• Email queries to case@telfordcab.co.uk or write to Citizens Advice Telford & the Wrekin, 40 Tan Bank, Wellington, TF1 1HW

Twitter: @TelfordCAB

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/telfordcab"

Information from Telford & Wrekin Community Champions

Health and Wellbeing

Betty the Covid-19 Vaccination Bus

Betty is being used to ensure that everyone who wants or needs to can get a COVID-19 booster vaccination easily and comfortably.

First Boosters and Autumn Boosters are available, and Betty can vaccinate anyone over the age of 12 that is eligible. There is no need for an appointment.

Warm Spaces

Newport Library

Newport library are starting a new weekly warm space meetup every Friday 12-3pm. Visit for a chat, tea/coffee and to take part in a shared activity. It’s free and all are welcome.

Activities

Cooking sessions in Brookside

Men’s Walking Group

Support Groups

Sight Loss Support Group

Southwater VI Group are restarting their monthly support group for people with sight loss. Come along and have a chat and a cuppa with like-minded people and find out what services the Library can offer you! Dates and booking information

Action for Happiness Calendar - Happier January 2023

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Thank you for reading our latest Ebulletin, please stay safe & well. 

Kerrie Seagrave, Member Support Co-ordinator

on behalf of PODS Parent Carer Forum.

We hope you enjoyed reading our latest e-bulletin - we hope you continue to find it useful. If you have any suggestions to make it better feel free to let me know.