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Coronavirus is changing all of our lives but it is the most deprived communities in our region that will suffer the most. It is vital that children, babies, young people and families across the North East can access our support now and in the months to come. To do this we need your help.
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Situation
In the North East, one in three children lives in poverty. In addition to this, over the last ten years we have seen rises in the number of children and young people facing mental health issues, family breakdown, isolation, domestic abuse, sexual exploitation, unemployment and more. Following the spread of Covid-19 our vital work is needed now more than ever in the region as the pandemic has amplified these issues, making a huge and detrimental impact on those in need in the North East.
Solution
We were founded in 1891 and have always been here to support children across the region where it’s needed most. As we approach our 130th anniversary in 2021, we will sadly see the longer term implications of Covid-19. In addtion to our existing front line work, we have introduced new support, including providing food parcels to families, distributing resource packs and tech to children, establishing a domestic abuse helpline, and setting up a support line for parents and expectant parents.