NAPI - North East Action for Children Parents and Inclusion CIO 1161983

13/06/2026

🌈 Neurodiversity Welcome Event 🌈

Come along to this friendly drop-in session to find out more about:
✨ Autism & ADHD assessments
✨ Support for parents and carers
✨ Mental health support
✨ Activities and groups
✨ And much more!

📅 Thursday 18th June
⏰ 5pm – 7pm
📍 St Martin’s Centre, Byker, NE6 2RJ

A welcoming space for families to connect, get support, and access helpful information 💙

12/06/2026

12/06/2026

🎉 Newcastle’s SEND Local Offer has a new home! 🎉

The SEND Local Offer has moved to the Children and Families Newcastle website, making it easier to use, and more family‑focused.

To celebrate, families can get involved in two fun ways:

🐧 Find the penguins
Explore the SEND Local Offer pages and spot GiRTrood’s hidden penguin friends. Find them all and you could win a £10 Amazon voucher.

📸 Share a local photo
Help us make the SEND Local Offer even more local by sharing a photo they can use on the website – this could be an inclusive space or a child or young person or family having fun in Newcastle.

👉 Find out how to take part here: SEND Local Offer’s new home

https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/send-local-offer/our-send-local-offers-new-home

11/06/2026

💙 Carers Week 2026 💙

This Carers Week, we're celebrating the incredible unpaid carers who support loved ones every day.

If you help someone who couldn't manage without your support, you're not alone. Newcastle Carers provides free, confidential advice, information and support to carers across Newcastle.

📞 0191 275 5060
🌐 www.newcastlecarers.org.uk

Please share to help us reach more carers in our community.

💙

11/06/2026

🌟 Coming Soon! 🌟

NAPI and Useful Vision at Healthworks are excited to launch a new Lending Library at The Lemington Centre.

Families of children and young people with a visual impairment will be able to borrow a range of toys, books and resources to support learning, development and play — free of charge.

💙 More details coming soon.

For further information, contact:

[email protected]

Coming Soon!

Useful Vision is launching a new Lending Library at The Lemington Centre.

Families of children with a visual impairment will be able to borrow a range of toys and resources designed to support learning, play and development – completely free of charge.

💙 More details coming soon.

For further information, contact: [email protected]

NAPI - North East Action for Children Parents and Inclusion CIO 1161983

10/06/2026

🌈 Neurodiversity Welcome Event – Drop In Anytime! 🌈

Looking to learn more or get support? Come along to our friendly and inclusive drop-in session where you can find out about:

• Autism & ADHD assessments
• Support for parents and carers
• Mental health support
• Activities and more

📅 Thursday 18th June
⏰ 5:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 St Martin's Centre, Byker, NE6 2RJ

Whether you're seeking advice, support, or just want to connect with others, everyone is welcome 💬

We’d love to see you there!

10/06/2026

🧸 Little Borrowers – Wednesday Fun! 🧸

Looking for something fun to do with your little one?

Join us every Wednesday during term time for a relaxed afternoon of play, stories, crafts and new friendships!

🕐 1:00pm – 2:30pm
📍 Heaton Community Centre, Trewhitt Road, NE6 5DY
💷 FREE to attend

What’s included?
🍎 Free snack for children
☕ Free tea or coffee for grown-ups
📚 Stories, crafts and fun activities
🤝 A welcoming space to meet other families

Come along, make memories, and enjoy some quality time together. We’d love to see you there! ✨

09/06/2026

🥕 Eating well doesn’t have to cost more!🥕

Want to make healthier choices for your family without stretching your budget? Join HENRY’s FREE Eating Well for Less workshop and pick up practical tips that can help you save money while eating well.

You'll learn:
✅ Cheaper healthy shopping tips
✅ Meal planning that saves money
✅ Simple low-cost recipes the whole family will enjoy

📅 Wednesday 10 June
⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 Byker Sands Family Centre, Raby Cross, Byker, NE6 2FF

To book your place, scan the QR code on the poster, speak to the team at Byker Sands, or call 0191 275 9636.

Healthy eating is for everyone – pop along, get inspired, and discover simple ideas that can make a real difference for your family. 💚

09/06/2026

🌟 FREE SEND Soft Play Sessions - Booking Required 🌟

Looking for a welcoming play session for your child?

Join us at East End Pool for FREE SEND Soft Play sessions for children under 5 with additional needs and/or disabilities and their families.

Booking required please email - [email protected]

📅 Every Tuesday for 4 weeks, starting 16th June
⏰ 1:00pm – 2:00pm
📍 East End Pool, Hadrian Square, Byker, NE6 1AL

✅ Free to attend
✅ No diagnosis required
✅ Booking essential

A relaxed, inclusive space where children can play, explore and have fun, while families connect with others in the community.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0191 265 6158

Please share with any families who may benefit from these sessions. 💙💚

08/06/2026

💜 Honoured to receive a Certificate of Appreciation at the Carer Friendly Awards 2026.

As Chief Executive of NAPI and a kinship carer, this recognition is especially meaningful. Proud to support unpaid carers and help ensure their voices are heard and valued.

Thank you to Newcastle Carers for this award and for the amazing work you do every day. 🏆💜