by Julie Watson | Sep 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Mental Health Foundation have provided useful tips for parents and caregivers to support their children returning to school; including practical advice and resources. This is a stressful and scary time for both children and parents, but you are not alone. JIGSAW...
by Julie Watson | Sep 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Take some time out of your day to practise a little self-care. Take a bath, go for a walk, or even just have a cuppa on your own. Taking care of yourself not only promotes positive mental health, but also a stress-free and calm family environment.
by Julie Watson | Sep 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
With children returning to school it is normal for parents/carers to feel anxious and nervous. Just breathe… remind yourself that you are amazing and you can do this! JIGSAW are here for support always 💜 ...
by Julie Watson | Sep 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
Make a Worry Tower with Rosie using plastic cups and post-it notes. A great way to encourage communication and help children to talk openly about their worries. This activity may be particularly useful with children who are anxious about returning/starting school,...
by Julie Watson | Aug 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
Our project with the Avia Community Fund goes live today through Crowdfunder! We are raising funds to continue running our popular Young Volunteers Scheme for children with and without additional needs to work and learn together while developing a passion for...
by Julie Watson | Aug 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
Get creative this weekend and make a Pom Pom Man with Mini Volunteer Roxie. Doing arts and crafts improves a sense of well-being. The arts reduce stress and increase positive mental health as well as providing opportunities for self-expression. Send JIGSAW pictures of...
by Julie Watson | Aug 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Mini Volunteer Roxie shows us how to make a simple bird feeder. This is a fun activity to enhance your child’s creativity and fine motor skills. Let JIGSAW know what birds you have seen in your garden this week. watch here ...
by Julie Watson | Aug 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Put your positive pants on and get ready for a wonderful week ahead! To promote positive mental health you must boost your positive thinking. Think about what makes you happy, who you are grateful to have in your life and share this with them… Spread the...
by Julie Watson | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
We are back with the science experiment series. Junior Volunteers Alice and Hannah show us how to create the rainbow ice cube experiment. This is a fun way to nurture your child’s resourcefulness and curiosity by showing them fun ways to understand the world...
by Julie Watson | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Mini Volunteer Izzie shows us how to make Chilli stuffed peppers. This simple recipe is a great way to develop basic cooking skills, whilst having fun and meeting your child’s sensory diet! watch here...
