Alis Roberts

FIS will be joining the Children with Disabilities Team at their parent and carer drop in sessions! The sessions provide the opportunity for parents and carers to talk to Family Support Workers and gain a wide range of information, signposting, advice and guidance.

Do you have children aged 0 – 11, or 0 – 16 if they are disabled, earn at least £152 per week but less than £100,000 per year? If the answer is yes, you may be eligible for Tax-Free Childcare! Learn more: childcarechoices.gov.uk

@marksandspencer Hello! I wore a new swimsuit today - first wear, and it has got a hole in it! Can you advise? I feel like it’s faulty.

This week's @WarksFIS newsletter covers summer activities, saving on school uniform and a Q & A consultation for parents/carers with children diagnosed with a disability and more mailchi.mp/warwickshire/f…

The latest Family Information Service newsletter @WarksFIS has invaluable advice about housing and support in Warwickshire us5.campaign-archive.com/?u=a24b439ef70… @Warwickshire_CC

Do you use childcare provision in Warwickshire, or are you planning to in future? Please complete the survey to help support the future development of childcare provision across the county: ow.ly/ei5050OPjc5

FIS are at the Drive On Event at Hoar Park (CV10 0QU) today until 14:00 📍 Pop down to get information, support and advice including child car seat checks, car maintenance education, Highway Code changes and interactive activities🚗

🆕View the supported housing webpage for information and support on: · Support for people who need help to live independently at home · Support for people who can’t live at home · Mental health and wellbeing support for Orbit customers warwickshire.gov.uk/managing-money…

FIS are at the works, jobs and skills event at the Indian Community Centre, Rugby🗓️ Go along between 10:00 - 14:00 to meet employers, training providers and local organisations providing practical support and advice. Don't forget to say hi to Nic from FIS too! 👋

Could you be missing out on benefits related free school meals? Children aged 4-7 automatically get a free lunch, but applying for free school meals will unlock extra support, such as free activities and food during the school holidays. Find out more: warwickshire.gov.uk/education-lear…

We have updated our housing webpages to help families find relevant and up-to-date information to help with a range of housing needs. Keep your eyes peeled to find out about the housing information and support that you can find on the new and improved webpages 👀

The Working Families helpline provides free advice and information about employment rights and in-work benefits for working parents and carers. Call the team on 0300 012 0312 (Monday - Friday, 11:00 - 14:00)📞 Find out more: workingfamilies.org.uk/advice-informa…

Do you use childcare provision in Warwickshire, or are you planning to in future? Please complete the survey to help support the future development of childcare provision across the county: ow.ly/ei5050OPjc5

Do you use childcare provision in Warwickshire, or are you planning to in future? Please complete the survey to help support the future development of childcare provision across the county: ow.ly/ei5050OPjc5

Chat Health for parents/carers of pre-school aged children is a Health Visitor text messaging service. Chat Health for parents/carers of school age children and 11 – 19-year-olds is a School Nurse text messaging service. Find out more: warwickshire.gov.uk/chathealth

@caitlinmoran I was stuck at work today and couldn’t collect my daughter and her friend for play date from school. My excellent husband left work early so the play date could go ahead. Always respecting and supporting that my career is equal to his. 💗

If you have any "excellent men" examples, please share and I will re-tweet. Let's make this Excellent Men Friday.

Did you know❓ If your child attends a local authority maintained nursery and receives education on either side of the lunch period, they might be eligible for free school meals. Check eligibility and apply online: warwickshire.gov.uk/fsm #FreeSchoolMeals

⚠️There are free services available to support you with benefit applications⚠️ We are aware that some residents in Warwickshire have been approached by individuals offering help with benefit applications in return for payment. If you need support, please call FIS 0800 408 1558.

There are lots of support services available in Warwickshire to support you and your family. There is no question too big or too small, please don't hesitate to contact FIS on 0800 408 1558 or Family Support on 01926 412412 📞

Are you a parent, carer or professional working with families? Sign up to join an online session and find out about the broad range of information available online for families. Dates in May and June 2023. Full list of dates and registration form at: eventbrite.co.uk/o/warwickshire…