The Society 4 Neurodiversity (S4Nd) is a new community group based in Calderdale led by neurodiverse members. We are a community of people that specialise in ‘different’.   Our mission is to build and nurture a neurodiverse community. We aim to break down barriers and promote acceptance for neurodivergent people.  The S4Nd community is a… Continue reading S4ND: Society 4 Neurodiversity to help those with Autism and ADHD in Calderdale

A new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Federation of Red Cross… Continue reading My Hero is You! Story book to help children and young people cope with COVID-19

This document provides a summary of the main guidance produced to help vulnerable individuals, groups and communities to protect themselves and others from COVID-19, and to manage the impact of shielding and social distancing. It is intended to be an ‘easy access’ document for a range of organisations in local areas who support vulnerable people, groups… Continue reading Guidance to help vulnerable individuals, groups and communities

Healthy Futures Calderdale has introduced a new way for school-aged children and young people and families to access advice and support about any physical health or emotional wellbeing   Access ChatHealth: https://chathealth.nhs.uk ChatHealth is an NHS-approved secure and confidential text messaging service. To access ChatHealth, TEXT 07480 635297 (young people) or 07507 332157 (parents/carers) to… Continue reading ChatHealth, a confidential text messaging service for children, young people and families