HSCL UPDATES
Hi all,
Hooe you’re all doin well, uncertain times no doubt. The following is courtesy of the Dublin City North CYPSC
www.cypsc.ie, Fingal CYP
I hope you find it useful! I will be posting other links of interest and use, so stay linked in!
Very Best Wishes,
Ger :)
Wellbeing Resources
March 2020
Staying healthy and well is important, particularly now when we all need to mind ourselves and each other a little more. We have included a list of resources for children, young people and families while we work together to stay safe.
Gets the Facts on COVID-19:
Go to websites below for updates, information and advice:
HSE.ie
• www.hse.ie
• Find health services in your area.
• @HSElive or 1850 24 1850 for information
Department of Health
• www.gov.ie
• @roinnslainte
Department of Education & Skills
• www.education.ie
• @Education_Ire
• Child-friendlyPostersandeducationupdates
Stay Connected (by phone, FaceTime, email, social media) with friends, family and services.
Be active (regular exercise like walking, or cycling) ; Eat Healthy (fruit, vegetables, and water) and Get Sleep!
Take Notice (be aware of how you are feeling, talk to someone you trust).
Keep Learning (learning or developing talents or skills; or studying)
Giving (such as a phone call or text to a loved one just to check in).
Dublin City North CYPSC www.cypsc.ie Fingal CYPSC
Routines:
Routines can be mixed with Morning Time, Reading, Maths, Brain Breaks, Creative Time, Walks, Bath time, Music, Relaxation, etc.
Try a Relaxation or Mindfulness App like “Headspace”
Parents and Children can practice breathing exercises to stay calm
Reach out remotely for support - to someone you trust, or a service.
Dublin City North CYPSC
www.cypsc.ie
Fingal CYP
Service Type
Service Name
Contact Details
Description
Mental Wellbeing
This can be a stressful and confusing time for all, including children, young people and parents. For supports, please go to www.yourmentalhealth.ie or visit www.dublincypscdirectory.ie or crisis support. Some text and phone lines for children and parents are available below:
Childline
Spunout
Turn 2 Me
Pieta House
1800 666 666 Message on childline.ie Text TALK to 50101
Text SPUNOUT to 0861800280
turn2me.org
1800 247 247
Text 51444 www.pietahouse.ie
scoilnet.ie
Support children and young people up to 18 years of age.
For young people aged between 16 and 25.
One to One online counselling for people 18+.
A suicide support service providing phone and text support.
Learning and Education:
While schools are closed, it’s important that children and young people have opportunities to
Education
continue learning. Schools or third-level institutions can be contacted directly with specific queries. Below are some additional online resources that may be useful for parents or caregivers during this time.
scoilnet.ie
Khan Academy
khanacademy
A U.S. based website to help children continue to practice literacy and numeracy. No account is needed to practice the exercises.
World Book
World Book Link via Scoilnet
From pre-primary to secondary and beyond, World Book has a database for every learner at every level
for an immersive learning experience.
BBC Bitesize
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
A UK website for primary, secondary and over 16 year olds to use to learn, revise and access curriculum topics
Studyclix
Twinkl
Help My Kid Learn
National Council for Curriculum and Assessment
studyclix.ie
twinkl.ie/school+closure
helpmykidlearn
NCAA
For Junior and Leaving Cert Students revision and subjects.
1 month free resources for primary school learners while schools are closed.
To support 0-12 year olds to learn by age.
Resources and tips for parents on fun activities that will help child development
National Association for the Education of Young Children
NAEYPC
Tips and ideas on fun activities with children
Play and Relaxation
For activities and fun games that can be used as a family, or just for kids. Play and recreational activities will help children to feel calmer and more relaxed. Ideas:
Take a walk or bike ride or read a favourite book together
Let your child teach you something that they like to do.
Have a “dream staycation”
Build a den together; have a dance competition
Use space, where you can, to create a fun environment and
Use arts and crafts to support children’s imagination.
Scratch
Parent Map
Cosmic Kids Yoga
scratch.mit.edu
parentmap.com
Cosmic Kids Yoga
Create stories, games, and animations online
25 Sure-fire Indoor Play Ideas from a Preschool Teacher's Bag of Tricks
Mindfulness and Yoga for children 3+ years available on YouTube #cosmickidsyoga
GoNoodle
gonoodle.com
Today’s Parent
Keeping Children Safe and Protected
“Create, Don’t Contaminate”
#Createdontcontaminate
14 Day Challenge for young people with RTE 2fm– one challenge a day!
Employment and Social Protection
The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection has issued a range of measures to provide income support to people affected by COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
For information on Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC), visit our national website www.cypsc.ie. You can also visit Dublin City North CYPSC and Fingal CYPSC webpages for contact information.
Disclaimer: Information correct as of March 18th 2020. The resources and links included here are not exhaustive, and are only designed to signpost to ideas for supporting children and young people and their families. Information is updated daily on the main governmental, World Health Organisation, and HSE websites. National health or safety advice takes precedence over this listing.
Dublin City North CYPSC www.cypsc.ie Fingal CYPSC