As Christmas approaches – a time with strong associations of children and families – it’s worth remembering that some families experience financial hardship, emotional stress and, or domestic abuse so cannot enjoy the bright outlook of the year to come. This is why The Children’s Centre has launched an appeal to help raise funds for its Thriving Families programme.
Thriving Families, launched three years ago, focuses on early intervention: working with referred families who may be struggling and vulnerable. Providing specialist help, in order for the family to address and overcome their problems before they lead to more serious, long-term issues.
The team works closely with key agencies in the Isle of Man, including schools, health services and the police, and offers dedicated support to the family as a whole. The Thriving Families ‘wraparound ‘programme provides non-time limited, bespoke support which is unique in the Island. Services, include private counseling, help with housing and maintenance, educational support, creche facilities and much more.
The Snow Flake Appeal has been launched to aid in the continued delivery and development of the vital work done by Thriving Families. Anyone wishing to support this important work can donate via Just Giving or by Text; simply text the word SNOW to 70660 to donate ?5. Every penny raised by the appeal – which starts 6th November and will run through the Christmas period – will stay in the Island.
Janet Bailey for The Children’s Centre comments, “Thriving Families undertakes invaluable work to support children and families overcome many of life’s differing challenges and looking towards achieving a positive future. Positive change for children and families leads to wider participation in school and the community and is proven to increase life chances. . With the Snowflake Appeal, we are asking people to consider those in the local community who are perhaps less fortunate and to make a donation, which may be instead of sending Christmas cards this year – even the smallest amount will make a difference”.
Photo - Left to right – Karen Greatbatch, Janet Bailey, Joni Ashworth, Carly May, Debi Michelson.
