In Somerset, there is growing recognition of the vital role fathers play in their children’s lives, and a range of support is available to help dads navigate parenthood with confidence. Unbreakable Men is a community-driven initiative designed to encourage men across Somerset to take positive steps toward improving their mental and physical health. Through practical […]
In this episode of the P-Pod, Steve Macabee meets with with Matt Mustafic, an expert advisor in computing and online safety, to discuss the evolving landscape of online safety, explore the challenges schools face in educating children about online risks, the importance of engaging parents, and the need for a proactive approach to online bullying.
On the 1st July, the SSCP’s Training Manager, Steve Macabee, was invited to attend Parliament to take part in a Government round table debate on how best to support new fathers and provide insights into Somerset’s “Supporting New Fathers” project, lead by Dr. Jo Nicholl. The event, hosted by Darren Paffey MP and organised by
Supporting the Governments new Fathers & Men’s Health Strategy Read More »
In this episode of the P-Pod, Steve Macabee speaks with Lin Sands from the National Working Group (NWG) about the organisation’s mission to combat child exploitation and modern slavery. They discuss the importance of collaboration with various partner organisations, the role of local networks in safeguarding, and the challenges faced by professionals in the field.
The P Pod: Tackling Exploitation Together with the NWG (National Working Group) Read More »
ICON is a national programme that aims to prevent abusive head trauma and non-accidental injuries in children under two years. ICON is an evidence-based programme consisting of a series of brief ‘touchpoint’ interventions that reinforce the simple message making up the ICON acronym. Find out more about ICON – click here for more information for
Somerset Interactive ICON tool – Coping with crying Read More »
As part of the SSCP NAI Awareness Week 2025 (#nurturing_all_infants), we recognise and highlight that all relationships are a work in progress and family life can be challenging. The DWP have funded the ‘Building Stronger Families Toolkit’ to support parents and carers with their relationship. Welcome to the Building Stronger Families Toolkit Building stronger families
As part of the SSCP NAI Awareness Week 2025 (#nurturing_all_infants), Somerset Foundation Trust safeguarding team have highlighted this Detection and Management of Non-Accidental Injury (NAI) in Infants (RCEM Guidance) to share with partners. The guidance is designed by the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) to support emergency department (ED) clinicians in the early recognition,
Detection and Management of Non-Accidental Injury (NAI) in Infants (RCEM Guidance) Read More »
In this episode we bring you an extended special episode following on from our June 2025 SSCP Forum Week focusing on the subject of Children, Violence and Vulnerabilities. Throughout the week we had amazing guest presenters join us, including the Youth Endowment Fund, the NWG, Beyond Equality and UNICEF to name just a few! Join
The P Pod: Children, Violence & Vulnerability – the SSCP Forum Week Special Read More »
SSCP NAI Awareness Week is returning 30th June to 4th July 2025! The SSCP will be raising awareness across Somerset about non-accidental injuries to babies and support services for families. Across the UK over the last few years there has been an increase in NAIs, particular in very young babies under the age of 1
SSCP’s Non-Accidental Injury Awareness Week is back for 2025! Read More »
Somerset Public Health in partnership with NSPCC are delighted to highlight that the NSPCC eLearning ‘Talk Relationships’ for educational settings is currently FREE for academic year 2025/26 to all Somerset secondary, middle and special schools! Thanks to a generous donation from a charitable trust, the two Talk Relationships elearning courses have been FREE to take since 9
