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Issue 23 February 2023: Produced in partnership with NHS Dorset and Parent Carers Together
☑️ Young people can now vote for their next Youth Parliament members!
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It’s the time of year when all 11 to 18 year olds in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole get to vote in their new Members of Youth Parliament.

Local young people have put themselves forward as candidates with a wide range of campaigns that they are hoping will win your vote! Young people should get the chance to vote through their school. Check out our social channels for candidate campaign video clips and interviews.

Members of Youth Parliament for 2024 to 2026 will be announced on Saturday 16 March.
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👨‍💻 BCP Council supported internship programme
Do you know a young person aged 18 to 24 who has a special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or an education, health and care plan (EHCP)?

The BCP Council supported internship is for young people with SEND or an EHCP who would have already completed school or a college course and are looking for a final year of support before entering paid employment. The course runs for an academic year starting in September and involves supported work experience within BCP Council.

View the video below to find out more about the programme. If you are interested in applying please contact the programme lead officer Helen Lewis at supportedinternships@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
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Find out more about learning and training here
🧸 Do something big! Work in early years and childcare
A job in early years and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early education and help to shape their future. No matter what the day brings, you’ll feel joy in seeing children grow, learn and flourish. And there are lots of different types of roles.

With the government rolling out the expansion of childcare funding, there are exciting opportunities for employment in this sector. Find out more below.
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Working in early years and childcare
Childcare Jobs Dorset
🩺 Book your NHS health check
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Dorset residents aged between 40 and 74 may be eligible for an NHS health check by their GP.

An NHS health check is a free check on your cardiovascular health and can spot the early signs of diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease or a stroke. During your check you will also be told how small lifestyle changes can help you decrease the risk of developing these illnesses. 
If you've been invited for an NHS health check by your GP, it's important you take up the offer and book your appointment. If you haven’t heard from your GP, you may be eligible for a community NHS health check with LiveWell Dorset. Check your eligibility and find a location near you.
Find out more about NHS health checks
👩‍🍼 Group for young parents up to the age of 25 years
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Flourish is a new group for young parents up to the age of 25 to attend with their child or children.

These sessions support confidence building in parents and children through play, listening, talking and storytelling. No booking required, just turn up.
📅 Tuesdays from 1pm to 2.30pm
 📍  Poole Old Town Family Hub, Green Road, Poole, BH15 1QB.
📞 For more information please call: 01202 817772
Find out more about Flourish parent group
Family hubs and early help services redesign consultation
We want to provide the best help and support for children, young people and their families across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

We are redesigning our family hub and early help services to focus on what local families need, so we can be more effective with our resource.

Please tell us what services are most important to you and your family. Your feedback will help shape how we deliver them in the future.

You can also find out more by chatting to our friendly staff at one of the family hub drop-in sessions:

image Monday 26 February 2024: 1pm to 3pm at Townsend Family Hub (Jewell Road, Bournemouth, BH8 0LT)
image Wednesday February 2024: 1pm to 3pm at Queen's Park Family Hub (East Way, Bournemouth, BH8 9PU)
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Take part in the consultation
Find out about volunteering with Parent Carers Together
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Your local parent carer forum for parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) would love more steering group members, parent reps and outreach workers to join their passionate team of volunteers.
Come along to Tesco Community Room at Tower Park BH12 4NX on Tuesday 27 February from 9.30am until 1pm to find out more. This is a bookable event and lunch will be provided. Book here.
Find out about volunteering with Parent Carers Together
🏠 Social housing issue? Know how to complain
Everyone deserves a safe and secure home. If you live in social housing and you have an issue with your home or your landlord, there are ways to make things right.

To get an issue sorted you can:
  • report it to your landlord
  • complain to your landlord
  • escalate to the Housing Ombudsman.
You can take these steps for lots of issues, including:
  • mould or damp
  • poor insulation
  • broken doors or windows
  • leaking pipes
  • other repairs
  • anti-social behaviour
  • access problems
  • poor service from a landlord.
To find out more view the video below or visit the government's new social housing complaints website.
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Social housing complaints website
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Our SEND Local Offer provides information on services and activities for children and young people living in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole aged 0 to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
Our SEND Local Offer
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Issue 23 February 2023: Produced in partnership with NHS Dorset
☑️ Young people can now vote for their next Youth Parliament members!
It’s the time of year when all 11 to 18 year olds in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole get to vote in their new Members of Youth Parliament.
Local young people have put themselves forward as candidates with a wide range of campaigns that they are hoping will win your vote! Young people should get the chance to vote through their school. Check out our social channels for candidate campaign video clips and interviews.
Members of Youth Parliament for 2024 to 2026 will be announced on Saturday 16 March.
BCP Council Instagram
👨‍💻 BCP Council supported internship programme
Do you know a young person aged 18 to 24 who has a special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or an education, health and care plan (EHCP)?
The BCP Council supported internship is for young people with SEND or an EHCP who would have already completed school or a college course and are looking for a final year of support before entering paid employment. The course runs for an academic year starting in September and involves supported work experience within BCP Council.
View the video below to find out more about the programme. If you are interested in applying please contact the programme lead officer Helen Lewis at supportedinternships@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Find out more about learning and training here
🧸 Do something big! Work in early years and childcare
A job in early years and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early education and help to shape their future. No matter what the day brings, you’ll feel joy in seeing children grow, learn and flourish. And there are lots of different types of roles.
With the government rolling out the expansion of childcare funding, there are exciting opportunities for employment in this sector. Find out more below.
Working in early years and childcare
Childcare Jobs Dorset
🩺 Book your NHS health check
Dorset residents aged between 40 and 74 may be eligible for an NHS health check by their GP.
An NHS health check is a free check on your cardiovascular health and can spot the early signs of diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease or a stroke. During your check you will also be told how small lifestyle changes can help you decrease the risk of developing these illnesses.
If you've been invited for an NHS health check by your GP, it's important you take up the offer and book your appointment. If you haven’t heard from your GP, you may be eligible for a community NHS health check with LiveWell Dorset. Check your eligibility and find a location near you.
Find out more about NHS health checks
👩‍🍼 Group for young parents up to the age of 25 years
Flourish is a new group for young parents up to the age of 25 to attend with their child or children.
These sessions support confidence building in parents and children through play, listening, talking and storytelling. No booking required, just turn up.
📅 Tuesdays from 1pm to 2.30pm
📍
Poole Old Town Family Hub, Green Road, Poole, BH15 1QB.
📞 For more information please call: 01202 817772
Find out more about Flourish parent group
Family hubs and early help services redesign consultation
We want to provide the best help and support for children, young people and their families across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
We are redesigning our family hub and early help services to focus on what local families need, so we can be more effective with our resource.
Please tell us what services are most important to you and your family. Your feedback will help shape how we deliver them in the future.
You can also find out more by chatting to our friendly staff at one of the family hub drop-in sessions:
📍
Monday 26 February 2024: 1pm to 3pm at Townsend Family Hub (Jewell Road, Bournemouth, BH8 0LT)
📍
Wednesday February 2024: 1pm to 3pm at Queen's Park Family Hub (East Way, Bournemouth, BH8 9PU)
Take part in the consultation
Find out about volunteering with Parent Carers Together
Your local parent carer forum for parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) would love more steering group members, parent reps and outreach workers to join their passionate team of volunteers.
Come along to Tesco Community Room at Tower Park BH12 4NX on Tuesday 27 February from 9.30am until 1pm to find out more. This is a bookable event and lunch will be provided. Book here
.
Find out about volunteering with Parent Carers Together
🏠 Social housing issue? Know how to complain
Everyone deserves a safe and secure home. If you live in social housing and you have an issue with your home or your landlord, there are ways to make things right.
To get an issue sorted you can:
* report it to your landlord
* complain to your landlord
* escalate to the Housing Ombudsman.
You can take these steps for lots of issues, including:
* mould or damp
* poor insulation
* broken doors or windows
* leaking pipes
* other repairs
* anti-social behaviour
* access problems
* poor service from a landlord.
To find out more view the video below or visit the government's new social housing complaints website.
Social housing complaints website
Our SEND Local Offer provides information on services and activities for children and young people living in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole aged 0 to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
Our SEND Local Offer
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