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MNHQ here: random but hopefully helpful/diverting lockdown links

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RowanMumsnet · 22/04/2020 13:46

Hello

Our inbox is filling up with emails from charities and non-profits - as well as a few other organisations - flagging up free resources to help families through lockdown, so we thought we'd start a thread to bring things to your attention.

Have a browse if you have five minutes to spare and you might find something diverting to pass the time...

(And of course feel free to add your own too)

NB we haven't tested or verified the links on here, although in lots of cases they are from organisations or people who we know to be legit.

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RowanMumsnet · 29/05/2020 09:13

Participate in the free online Beverley Puppet Festival

They say:

'The Beverley Puppet Festival is one of Europe’s largest events of its type. We had to cancel the July live event and have instead gone online with a rolling two month offering of 25 puppetry workshops for people stuck at home in lock down. We are now in our second week and have already received lots of photos and videos of puppets which our online audiences have made and shared with us. Our education project has also launched with five care homes and sheltered housing facilities taking receipt of shadow theatre kits and an online video helping elderly residents create their own stories and share messages with loved ones they cannot visit outside.'

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RowanMumsnet · 29/05/2020 09:34

Join a huge symptom-tracker data effort to help scientists identify COVID hotspots as lockdown lifts

They say:

"You can aid COVID-19 research and help fight the virus. Download the COVID Symptom Study app and take just 1 minute each day to report your health. The app, which has over 3.7 million users, has been developed by health science company ZOE. Data collected is shared with and analysed by King's College London & ZOE research teams, and is supporting the NHS and scientists in the UK. It is endorsed by the Welsh Government, NHS Wales, the Scottish Government & NHS Scotland."

"The app allows you to report on behalf of other members. We encourage all parents to use the app to log on behalf of their children to help us better understand how the virus might affect kids and identify potential COVID hotspots sooner as schools begin to reopen. Together we can get out of lockdown safely and beat the disease."

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BojanaMumsnet · 02/06/2020 18:05

Parent Gym digital content

What they say:

"Many parents are having to juggle what would otherwise be two or three full time jobs: parenting, schooling, and their actual jobs.

"Parent Gym is helping parents during the COVID-19 pandemic by adapting existing Parent Gym content to be accessible in a digital format.

"We have selected the two themes we feel will support parents the most during this tricky time. In each of the two themes, there are four exercises or techniques, in a bitesize, digital learning format, for parents to work through at their own pace.

"Here is an overview of the two themes:

  • Keep Talking Communicating through crisis. Explore how to communicate positively to help make family feel calmer and happier.
  • Love and Harmony Nurturing our family relationships. Discover ways to restore peace and positivity to family life.

"These are available online for free, for all parents everywhere and can be accessed easily via this link: parentgym.com/workouts/"

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RowanMumsnet · 03/06/2020 15:33

Short BBC film with financial advice and support for single parents

They say: 'The three mums featured bring different issues, from furlough, to CMS payments not being made, and worries about unpaid leave. There's advice from Gingerbread about what they can do to get more support.'

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RowanMumsnet · 05/06/2020 10:00

New app Bankuet lets you donate money to food banks so that they can get exactly the items they need, when they need them

They say:

'At Bankuet, we want to make sure everyone has enough food to eat. Our platform turns donations into the supplies that food banks need most. Bankuet deliveries are specifically requested, so nothing goes to waste. Give once or give monthly to any food bank signed up to Bankuet. After you’ve given, Bankuet will ensure your donation is dropped off at the food bank at a time most convenient to them.'

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BojanaMumsnet · 05/06/2020 15:03

Bell House Q&A session about vaccinations on 17 June

What they say:

"Get answers to your questions about vaccinations for your baby with paediatrician Dr David Elliman in this online Q&A session.

"Vaccination is one of the best ways of protecting the health of young children. Most parents accept having these as part of normal childcare. However, some parents have questions they would like answering before they go ahead. This Q&A session will look at some of the common questions (what’s in vaccines; can vaccines cause immune overload; why do we give vaccines to very young babies; what about homeopathy) and give you an opportunity to ask your own."

Find out more and register here.

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RowanMumsnet · 09/06/2020 11:06

Free resources for parents, designed to help young people connect with their families and work on self-awareness, confidence, resilience and communication, from Yes Futures

They say: 'Learning doesn't only happen in the classroom. We learn some of the most important life skills at home and from other experiences. In order to be happy, successful, and fulfil their personal potential, young people need confidence, resilience, communication, and self-awareness. These activities will support young people to develop these key skills, improving their overall wellbeing.'

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RowanMumsnet · 09/06/2020 13:13

Scenesaver - a free online hub where you can performances from off-West End and fringe theatres from all around the world

They say: 'Scenesaver is like Netflix, but for theatre shows - and there is plenty to keep children of all ages, from tots to teenagers, amused. There are traditional Punch and Judy shows, performances for young audiences, and magic and illusion. It's a great way to entertain children and a chance to teach them to enjoy and appreciate theatre in readiness for when theatres do eventually reopen. And when the children are in bed there are loads of performances - drama, fringe, dance, comedy - to sit down and enjoy for a night out in your own home.'

The site is free to use but we ask people to pay a voluntary "ticket price" donation and this money goes to the performers.

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RowanMumsnet · 10/06/2020 10:44

Tech We Can - 12 free lesson plans mapped to the National Curriculum

They say: 'The Tech She Can Charter is a group of 164 organisations who have all pledged to work together to focus on the pipeline of women in technology and inspire more children, particularly girls, to consider a career in technology. Tech We Can is a set of 12 lesson plans all mapped to the National Curriculum and available for parents and carers to download and use at home, to support with homeschooling. They also offer shorter, 30min online lessons each week - Tech Tuesdays - that can be watched on-demand and include relatable role models and fun video content to show children all the exciting possibilities that a career in technology can bring. They’ve had over 3,000 families tune in since launching in May 2020 and each lesson has a fun task at the end for children to complete.'

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RowanMumsnet · 11/06/2020 14:41

Free coronavirus support line for people who are feeling lonely or worried, from British Red Cross

They say: 'The British Red Cross has a free coronavirus support line for people who are feeling lonely or worried or finding it hard to cope during these uncertain times. Experienced Red Cross volunteers from the psychosocial and mental health team can provide both practical and emotional support and can connect you with additional support in your local area. The number is 0808 196 3651 and it’s open daily from 10am to 6pm. The service is free, and completely confidential. You can find more information on the British Red Cross website.

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RowanMumsnet · 18/06/2020 12:05

What role do children play in the transmission of COVID-19? A new website from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) lays out the facts about the virus, the epidemic, and its control

They say:

“UKRI has launched a website, Coronavirus: The science explained, to provide the most authoritative scientific information behind coronavirus. It hosts a number of short articles, written by leading scientists who are currently advising the Government as part of the SAGE committee, laying out the facts about the virus, the epidemic, and its control."

"One article about ‘COVID-19 in children’ explores topics like ‘The evidence-base informing decisions about reopening schools’ and ‘What role do children play in transmission?"

"Launched by UK Research & Innovation, the website brings together the most up-to-date science behind Government guidelines and provides public access to vital information in the fight against COVID-19."

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RowanMumsnet · 19/06/2020 12:54

They say:

'Perhaps not surprisingly, one of the side effects of lockdown has been the huge pressure on the mental health of our children. Charities like the NSPCC and its Childline service have counselled thousands of children struggling to cope with the current situation. At the same time, schools are trying to find ways to help children continue their learning whilst at home."

"Host of Homes under the Hammer, Martin Roberts is also an established children’s book author. He has enlisted the support of legendary children’s entertainer and all round good fox, Basil Brush, to create a charming narrated and partially animated version of Sadsville, a magical and whimsical illustrated book from his ‘Herman and the Magical Bus to The Villes’ series. The recording has just been released on YouTube for general viewing, and is also being sent out with an accompanying home study pack FREE to all primary schools in the UK, with a view to them passing it on to their pupils."

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BojanaMumsnet · 19/06/2020 15:46

UCL launches new national study to understand impact of COVID-19 and the pandemic on pregnant women for the future of women's healthcare

They say:
"University College London (UCL) is calling for pregnant women across the U.K. to take part in a CAP-COVID survey that aims to understand the impact of COVID-19 on pregnant women and their babies. The survey is part of a study that will gather information about the experiences of pregnant women, including access to healthcare services during the pandemic.

"The CAP-COVID study launched on 25 May 2020. The participant survey was designed by a team of doctors, scientists and academics at the Institute of Women's Health at UCL. The survey can be found on www.cap-covid.uk/. It is an online survey and is open to women who are currently pregnant."

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RowanMumsnet · 22/06/2020 10:52

Share your child's drawing to a virtual gallery and raise funds for Place2Be

They say:

"𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 is a 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 that aims to allow children to express their artistic skills by making their drawings available on an Facebook page 'virtual gallery'. Secondly, it is a little gesture to thank all healthcare professionals and volunteers around the world for their exceptional work during this pandemic.

In addition, this initiative will aim to raise funds for Place2Be which is a 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 that works to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people.

Thank you very much indeed for your support!"

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