A letter from the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson
The Prime Minister has written a letter which will be sent to every household in the coming weeks. Here is an easy read version you can download. https://www. keepsafe. org. uk/pm-letter
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Message from Heather Randle
A message from Kent County Council Public Health Commissioner Heather Randle: "The reality of this lockdown is challenging and can create anxiety for many. The constant news and information about COVID19 can feel overwhelming.
Anxiety: Talks by Rachel Hussey
Dr Rachel Hussey has a series of talks that may be useful during stressful times, they can be viewed on youtube: Anxiety - https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=7qq4T11apVE Sleep - https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=fEyrB3lKjSk Emotional regulation and relationships - https://www.
New Information & Guidance for Parents
The government has published new information, guidance and support for parents and carers of children who are learning at home: Guidance on supporting children age 2 to 4 Guidance on supporting Primary school children Guidance on supporting children with SEND
Wellchild Direct Response Service
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges vulnerable children and their families may be facing, Wellchild are offering a Direct Response Service to try and help you get the things you need.
Coronavirus, getting better in hospital - social story
A Speach and Language Therapist has created a social story for Coronavirus - Getting Better in Hospital. We hope it will be helpful. You can open the pdf here.
Kent Deaf Interpreting Service (KDIS)
KCC has set up Kent Deaf Interpreting Service (KDIS) to provide a range of communication services to people who are deaf or deafblind. Any public sector organisation in Kent can use the service.
Cornavirus animation for children
To support different forms of learning, Ineqe Safeguarding Group have prepared a short animation, a story book and an activity that supports you to tackle misinformation and help children understand Coronavirus. You can find the animation here.
Corona Virus - Social Story
A KCC SEND Family Engagement Officer has created a social story for Coronavirus. We hope it will be helpful. You can open the pdf here.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on vulnerable children and young people.
The Government has published Guidance on Vulnerable children & Young People Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on vulnerable children and young people. Published 22 March 2020 It can be found here.