Brambles Family Hub - Epping Forest District

19/06/2026

You have worked so hard this week getting ready for Father’s Day.
Your foot prints look amazing well done.
Have a happy Father’s Day everyone. 🎉

19/06/2026

The healthy family drop is cancelled this Monday 22nd June at True Stars family hub in Chigwell.
Alternatively, please come along to our healthy family drop in on Thursdays at Little Oaks family hub, Loughton between 10-11.30am or the healthy family drop in on Tuesdays at Brambles family hub from 9.30-11am. Thank you

19/06/2026

Happening today 🌼

We are looking forward to seeing you today at West Essex Learning Disabilities Festival.

At Harlow Rugby Club

Time : 11am -3pm

We are bringing slime making so if you are at the event come and visit our stand.

😎🌞👒🧢🥛Today will be hot !
Please take care and remember
sun cream
Hat
To hydrate / drink water / soft drinks /ice lolly
Take time in the shade /indoors
If its too hot for you stay home do what's right for you

It can be lovely to have the sunshine 🌞🌞
But we need to also be mindful that heat and the sun can have hidden impact and that people of all ages may not always stay hydrated and cool because body signals aren't clear or are preoccupied in deep focus or for many other reasons

That heat can be triggering sensory wise and can leave us feeling overwhelmed.

Make things visual - a drink in sight /reach / ice lollies
Prompt if relevent or set yourself a reminder/timer
Accept comfy clothes choices
Accept sunglasses indoors, curtains closed,
lower demands

Some medications can also impact how our bodies manage heat so seek advice from gp or pharmacist if you have questions. .

Link in the comments to easy read information about hot weather and keeping cool and hydrated .

18/06/2026

Sharing post 👇The HPV vaccine helps protect against human papillomavirus (HPV). It's recommended for children (boys & Girls) aged 12 to 13 years old and people at higher risk from HPV

The HPV vaccine is saving lives.

New research by Queen Mary University of London and Cancer Research UK shows deaths have fallen sharply since school-age girls began being offered it in 2008, and around 200 lives have been saved in England so far thanks to the vaccine.

The vaccine protects against high-risk HPV, a virus that can lead to cervical cancer and some other cancers.

Both girls and boys can get protection from high-risk HPV by having the HPV vaccination in their teenage years. It not only protects against cervical cancer, but other types of cancer too.

You can help protect your child by giving consent for them to have their vaccination when invited.

And remember: cervical screening is still important, even if you’ve had the HPV vaccine.

Learn more: https://news.cancerresearchuk.org/2026/06/18/new-data-shows-the-hpv-vaccine-is-saving-lives-from-cervical-cancer/

18/06/2026

It’s Drowning Prevention Week 🛟
Out enjoying the warmer weather this summer? Stay safe near water 💙
Alcohol and drugs can affect judgement and make water-related accidents more likely - especially around canals, rivers and lakes.
If you’re spending time near water:
🛟 Stay aware of your surroundings
🛟 Avoid entering water after drinking
🛟 Don’t leave others alone near water
🛟 Call 999 if someone is in trouble near water
If possible, throw rescue equipment to help them float until emergency services arrive.
Simple steps like these could help save a life.
Water safety guidance adapted from RNLI Float to Live and Royal Life Saving Society UK Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK

18/06/2026

Come along today and speak to our School Nurse😀

18/06/2026

Sharing post 👇Integration Support is a charity dedicated to enabling, empowering and supporting refugees, asylum seekers and migrants living in and around West Essex.😀 https://integrationsupport.org.uk/

18/06/2026

Sharing Post: 👇

Talking about va**ng with your child does not have to be difficult.

Our new campaign supports parents of children aged 10 to 12 to start simple conversations early.

One in ten young people in Essex have tried va**ng, and one in ten v**e regularly.

Visit our online hub for advice, resources and answers to your questions, link in comments 👇🏼

Let us help you start the conversation 💬