eBulletin Edition 44
March 2021
Welcome, to the March edition of the E-Bulletin. March sees the first anniversary of the lockdown measures
being introduced in the UK. After the publication of the roadmap and the roll out of vaccine program,
hopefully the end is in sight. Instead of focusing on getting things back to normal, we should see this
as an opportunity to better serve our community in the future.
This edition includes information on;
- Covid-19
- Health Improvement Service Consultation
- Domestic Abuse Codeword Scheme
- TSCP Training
- Self-Harm
- Eating Disorders
- Young Carers
- World Sleep Day
Covid-19
You will be aware of the changing situation around Covid-19, for the latest information please visit:
https://www.tameside.gov.uk/coronavirus
Health Improvement Service Consultation
The Health Improvement contract is due to end next year. Public Health are planning to recommission services
to replace Be Well, and at the same time they need to make some cost savings on the new services. They want
to make sure they focus on the right things for Tameside.
Public Health are asking for your views to help design what the new services will look like and would be
very grateful if you could complete the consultation here
The deadline is 13 May 2021.
Domestic Abuse Codeword Scheme
The Home Office has launched a domestic abuse codeword scheme in thousands of pharmacies
across the UK. The ‘Ask for Ani’ codeword scheme allows those at risk or suffering from
domestic abuse to discreetly signal to pharmacy staff that they need help accessing support. A
trained pharmacy worker will offer a private space where they can understand if the victim needs
to speak to the police or would like help to access support services, such as a national or local
domestic abuse helpline.
For Posters related to You are Not Alone please visit:
https://homeoffice.brandworkz.com/bms/?link=5D16C796
TSCP Training
For the latest information about TSCP training please visit TSCP website. The latest courses include,
childhood neglect, domestic abuse awareness training and Signs of Safety.
National Days
1st March 2021
Self-Harm
As part of the No Harm Done project, Young Minds has developed a resource package for children and
young people, parents and professionals. For more information visit No Harm Done (youngminds.org.uk)
1st March 2021 to 7th March 2021
Eating Disorders Week
This year Eating Disorders week is focusing on binge eating. Binge eating affects 1 in 50 people in Great Britain. For more information and resources for the week, please visit:
Eating Disorders Awareness Week (beateatingdisorders.org.uk)
16th March 2021
Young Carers Action Day
Its Young Carers Action Day! For more resources for the day please visit Carers Trust.
Young Carers Action Day 2021 resources - Carers Trust
19th March 2021
World Sleep Day
There is nothing better than a good night sleep. Its World Sleep day, and the world sleep society recommends the following ten steps.
- Fix a bedtime and an awakening time.
- If you are in the habit of taking a nap, do not exceed 45 minutes of daytime sleep.
- Avoid excessive alcohol ingestion 4 hours before bedtime and do not smoke.
- Avoid caffeine 6 hours before bedtime. This includes coffee, tea and many sodas, as well as chocolate.
- Avoid heavy, spicy, or sugary foods 4 hours before bedtime. A light snack before bed is acceptable.
- Exercise regularly, but not right before bed.
- Use comfortable bedding.
- Find a comfortable temperature setting for sleeping and keep the room well ventilated.
- Block out all distracting noise and eliminate as much light as possible.
- Reserve the bed for sleep and sex. Don’t use the bed as an office, workroom or recreation room.
For more information visit
World Sleep Day
If you want your service or any updates to be included in the TSCP e-bulletin please e-mail
TSCP@tameside.gov.uk