The UK care sector emerges as most vulnerable for #labourabuse with a 239% surge in cases since 2022. Labour abuse, while distinct from #modernslavery , can have severe consequences. Signs incl. unpaid wages, harassment & long working hours. More details: bit.ly/3w4SXiv

Are you worried that a friend or someone you know may be being exploited through County Lines activity? These are some of the signs to spot.

Did you know that many children who are sexually abused don't tell anyone about it and many keep it a secret all their lives?

If a child tells you about abuse, we can help. Follow our top tips to get them the support they need.

For more info, visit: parentsprotect.co.uk/if-a-child-tel…

We're now halfway through #Stress AwarenessMonth : every day this April, we're sharing a new self care tip on our Facebook and Instagram stories from our #30DaysOfSelfCare calendar. 💜

View on our Instagram story: @papyrus_uk

#Stress #Stress Awareness #SelfCare #SuicidePrevention

Feel truly heard and understood with HOPELINE247.
Our suicide prevention advisers appreciate the uniqueness of your journey, especially when it comes to neurodiversity.

If you need support with suicidal thoughts, we are here day and night on 0800 068 4141.💜
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Domestic abuse is a pattern of behaviour that is used by someone to control or obtain power over their partner – it isn’t always physical in form. If you think you might be experiencing abuse, call our National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.

April is #Stress AwarenessMonth : for the next 30 days, we'll be sharing a self care tip from our #30DaysOfSelfCare calendar on our Facebook and Instagram stories. 💜

View our Instagram story: @papyrus_uk

#Stress #SelfCare #SuicidePrevention

Waking up to a crying baby can be hard, but all babies cry, it is normal and ICON is here to help you cope. It’s OK to walk away and take a breath if your baby is safe: stay in control. Never, ever shake a baby as this can lead to brain damage and even death
#iconcope Jane Scattergood QN HonMFPH RN

💭Triggers are more than just buzzwords — they're real, impactful moments that can deeply affect mental health and can exacerbate suicidal thoughts.

Learn more about identifying and supporting triggers in our latest blog: papyrus-uk.org/understanding-…

#NCW #SuicidePrevention

Local elections are on 2 May. Here’s your options and key dates for casting your vote:

✅ In person – don’t forget to bring correct photo ID with you
✅ By post – register by 17 April
✅ By proxy – register for someone to vote on your behalf by 24 April

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Today, for the first time in England and Wales, someone has been sentenced for cyberflashing.

To those who think this behaviour is just 'banter', the message is very clear.

Sending unsolicited sexual images is a criminal offence and you will face the consequences.

It's not…

It's #InternationalDayofHappiness AND the first day of Spring 🌻

Some things that make us happy about Spring:
Daffodils.
The birds waking up.
Not getting soaked on dog walks.
Lighter evenings.

Now tell us yours. What makes you happy about Spring?

The Care Act outlines six principles of safeguarding adults.

Find out more about these six principles, and discover how they might work in practice: buff.ly/2I96mdu

Sleeping on a firm, flat mattress helps to keep your baby’s airway (breathing tube) open and clear. When we say ‘firm, flat mattress’, we mean:
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📐 No cushioned, soft or raised areas
📐 Baby’s head can’t sink in more than a few millimetres
📐 Doesn’t sag
📐 Doesn’t slope or tilt

11-17 Mar is #SaferSleepWeek Our safer sleep advice has saved 30,000 babies’ lives in the last 30 years but we can only keep this going by reaching each new family with our vital life-saving advice. Safer Sleep Week is a big part of that. Please join in however you can!

🗣 The phrase ‘fall for a scam’ is often used, but you don’t hear ‘fall for a burglary’. This language puts blame on the victim.

We need to change the language we use when talking to, and about scam victims.

#NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

friendsagainstscams.org.uk/noblamenoshame

Sexual exploitation can hide in unexpected places, even on your street. Be aware of signs like frequent, short-stay visitors, nearby advertisements, or someone sleeping at their workplace. Report concerns to our free, confidential, 24/7 Helpline: 08000 121 700. #endslavery

As part of Warrington’s new Health & Wellbeing Strategy, we want to:

👶 Make sure we give every child the best start in life
🙋‍♂️ Support adults to work and live fulfilling lives
👵 Ensure older people enjoy a healthy, independent, & rewarding old age.

➡️warrington.gov.uk/living-well-wa…

'You're never alone when it comes to dealing with your child's self-harm.'

Rebecca Wilkinson-Quinn, Clinical Lead for Place2Be Scotland, shares her advice on how to support a child or young person who is self-harming. 👇 #SelfHarmAwarenessDay

place2be.org.uk/about-us/news-…

It is illegal to create, view or share sexual images of under-18s - including those created by #AI .

Read our blog about this concerning and growing problem: stopitnow.org.uk/home/media-cen…

Donate here: bit.ly/48gqRhh