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Still need to pick up a gift for Dad? Here’s a list of the best gifts you can give to show your appreciation for all of the parenting they did, and may even still do. https://engt.co/3v0VQKU

Imagine being the hope that changes a child’s life. Every day, children and youth in our community face challenges they shouldn’t have to face alone. At Durham Children’s Aid Foundation, we believe that every child deserves the chance to dream, grow, and succeed – and with your support, we can make that happen. Through our EmpowerED Futures program, you’re opening doors to education and skills development, providing a path to brighter tomorrows. With Holiday Hope, you help deliver joy and essential support to families during the festive season. Our Compassion in Action fund steps in during life’s toughest moments, while Camps for Kids offers every child the chance to explore, laugh, and just be a kid. By supporting our Human Trafficking Prevention and Recovery Support program, you’re offering a safe path forward for those who need it most. Your gift isn’t just support – it’s a lifeline, a spark, and a chance for these young people to see beyond their current circumstances. Be the reason a child feels seen, valued, and supported today. Together, we can transform lives. 💛 Learn how your support makes a difference: www.durhamcaf.ca #DurhamCAF #EmpowerYouth #TransformingLives #HopeInAction #MakeAnImpact

Did you know that nationwide, grandparents, other relatives, and close family friends are raising over 2.4 million children whose parents are unable to care for them? For almost 25 years, grandparents and other relatives have been included in the National Family Caregiver Support Program and the Native American Caregiver Support Program. These successful programs, which are overseen by the Administration for Community Living, provide for five categories of supportive services to grandparent and other relative caregivers aged 55+ raising children. States and Area Agencies On Aging can include these important caregivers in their aging plans, and we're providing them the tools to do just that! In this guide from Network managing partner USAging, agencies can find sample language to help develop language for their state and community. Learn more and tag in the comments below others who you think may like to see it: https://lnkd.in/gFC-SSYB.

How can you use data to make #Halloween a little more fun? 📊👻 As you greet your trick-or-treaters, keep in mind that 42% of all children in New Jersey live in families that either are in poverty or are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), unable to afford basics. So, to help each child you meet have a great holiday, remember: 🎃 Don't comment on how they're dressed. Their families may live on tight budgets and may not have the time or money to invest in a costume. 🎃 Don't comment on their age. Older kids want to enjoy the holiday, too – and candy might be a rare treat. 🎃 Do offer them treats and wish them a Happy Halloween! There are probably a lot more ways you can utilize the ALICE data in your work or day-to-day life! Learn more about #ALICEchildren, visit https://lnkd.in/dHp7TrP4. #UnitedForALICE #data #children #budget #costume #economy #dogood #missiondriven #empathy

In a physically abusive violent situation the best advice is to get immediate help. There are organisations and helplines that understand domestic abuse. Being in an abusive relationship is confusing. Victims often do not have the strength or courage to leave the situation. In the book by Jane Monkton Smith "In Control. Dangerous relationships and how they end in murder" Jane recalls how a victim of domestic abuse would not even leave with the Police who were trying to get her to hospital for medical attention. Victims who are in a trauma situations can be frozen by fear. Unable to make decisions, and are confused or in shock. The responses of domestic abuse victims vary. Fight, Flight, Freeze. Another is Fawn which is the appease or please response. People and professionals need to understand that victims need help and support.. Providing the wrong advice or conflicting information could result in tragedy. One is murder of the victim or indeed the perpetrator, the other is suicide as a way out.

Can your organisation help ease the financial pressures facing parents this Christmas by donating to our Toy Appeal? If the answer is a big fat YES then click the link in the post below to find out how you can help 🙏🙏🙏

Another tragic result for a young girl who simply saw no way out. We must do better for our kids, we need to understand the reality of online actions having offline consequences. As Susan McLean correctly points out, we must address this whether our child is a victim, but even more so if they are exhibiting bully behaviours. Role model what our expectations are, educate, manage the technology they use! The digital and physical worlds are one - we need to start acting like it. #ripella #bullying #safety #parenting #technology #qoria #ysafe ySafe by Qoria

It could’ve been me. It could’ve been you. It definitely could have been us. My sister and I are all too aware that, were it not for our very adoring grandparents, it could have been us facing childhood Christmases with very little to look forward to. No list to write, no anticipation to build, and not even any disappointment on the day because you can’t be disappointed when you know all along that nothing is coming your way. Although perhaps that’s not true, because maybe, just maybe we would have held out hope that Santa really did come to EVERYONE. And now we have the chance to make sure as many children as possible affected by domestic abuse get to feel the joy of Christmas. Samantha Haspell (my sister and associate with Safeguarding Associates for Excellence) is the CEO of DAVSS (Domestic Abuse Volunteer Support Services), a charity that supports anyone living with or affected with domestic abuse in the West Kent area. DAVSS rely on fundraising and grants to be able to deliver their service, providing those escaping domestic abuse with practical and emotional support, helping clients navigate the confusing court system as well as delivering recovery programmes for adults and children to give them the confidence to move on with life. And, with my marketing skills, I have the privilege of helping DAVSS to spread their message, raise awareness and get themselves in front of more people - people who need them and people who can support them. Between us, and the DAVSS team, we have formulated a plan and created a Toys for Christmas campaign. The aim is to provide at least one toy or gift for every child or young person (0-16) that has come into contact with the DAVSS service over the last year and if we can give more then that would be amazing. Last year there were almost 1000 cases with nearly 1500 children in the families, so it's a huge undertaking. Escaping domestic abuse can be life changing. On one hand it’s a huge relief to be away from abuse, but it can mean giving up your home, everything you’re familiar with, facing financial hardship and an uncertain path ahead. This is hard enough for adults, but it’s heartbreaking to think of the impact on the children. There are gifts on the Toys for Christmas campaign wish list from as little as a fiver - pretty much the cost of a fancy latte, and all we ask is that if you can, please take a look and see if there is something on that list that you could click “buy” on. https://lnkd.in/evC647eQ The process is simple - you click buy, it gets delivered to DAVSS and from there the parents who need support in providing presents for their children this Christmas will have access to our gifted toy collection, as well as wrapping and tags, so they can ensure that their house is filled with smiles on Christmas Day. A massive thank you to Safeguarding Associates for Excellence for sharing my words, sharing the campaign and their very generous donation.

On this National Stress Awareness Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on the power of giving back. The simple act of helping others can significantly ease the holiday stress for families in need. By supporting Marine Toys for Tots, you’re not just spreading joy to children; you’re also lightening the holiday burden for many. This season, instead of stressing over gift lists, let’s focus on making a difference. Find out how you can help: https://lnkd.in/gbQkvrnr