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From pointing to playing: communication boards help children like Bash join in
A 6-year-old boy who cannot communicate verbally made a new friend by pointing at symbols on a colourful board in his local park.
Wales vision to be a 'Carer Aware' nation as public consultation launched
The Welsh Government is setting out its ambition for Wales to be a ‘Carer Aware’ nation – where unpaid carers are recognised earlier and treated as partners in the planning for the person they care for.
*Re-issued with photos* Special Delivery! First baby bundles land on doorsteps in Wales
From today [Monday, February 2] ‘baby bundles’- a gift of essential supplies - will begin to be delivered to expectant families in Flying Start areas of Wales.
Welsh Government support to help keep families together
More than £800,000 is being provided to help parents going through child protection processes, ensuring their voices are heard and they feel supported every step of the way.
Have your say on plans to boost speech and language support
Plans to extend the successful Talk With Me programme to support older children aged 5 to 11 with their speech, language and communication skills have been published today.
Digital dispensers helping older people remain independent in their own homes
Digital medication devices, trialled over a 12-month period in Bridgend, have helped over 70 participants manage their medication independently.
New care ratings system shows strong performance across Wales
Over 92% of care services in Wales have achieved high standards in the first seven months of a new ratings system being in place.
Over £10 Million support to vital social care services
More than £10 million in funding will support organisations delivering essential social care services across Wales, the Welsh Government announced today.
Wales' landmark law is protecting children and changing attitudes
Three years since Wales made it illegal for parents to physically punish their children, a new review shows it is protecting children and promoting positive parenting.
Welsh language vital for care experienced children and young people
Children and young people have highlighted how important it is that they never lose their Welsh language because they have been taken into care, as part of a revised vision announced today.
£15.75m Welsh Government funding to support unpaid carers
The Welsh Government has confirmed a significant investment of £15.75m over the next three-years to continue two vital schemes supporting unpaid carers.
£1.1m to champion Age-Friendly Wales on International Day of Older People
The Welsh Government has announced £1.1m to support Age Friendly Officers across Wales.