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In Torbay we are committed to helping our young people live a healthy life. One of the best ways of doing this is to ensure that parents and carers know where to find relevant information.
Some of the information on this site is taken from a local booklet written for young people called Choosing Health, Choosing Life (see Related Documents).
Top Tips for Parents and Carers:
- Have a friendly environment at home
- Encourage young people to feel good about themselves
- Provide an open channel of communication to you
- Promote regular attendance at school, college or work
- Be a positive role model e.g. do you drink, take drugs or eat a lot of junk food?
- Give your time
- Encourage regular interests or hobbies
Advice for parents and carers on the use of alcohol by children and young people and where they can find help and advice in Torbay.
Advice for parents and carers on the use of drugs by children and young people and where they can find help and advice in Torbay.
Advice for parents and carers on encouraging children and young people to eat healthily.
Advice for parents and carers on mental health and the issues that surround it.
Information and advice for parents on talking about sex and relationships with children and teenagers.
Advice for parents and carers on keeping children and young people safe and healthy during the summer.
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Contact Family Information Service
- Tel: 0800 328 5974
- Email: FISenquiries@torbay.gov.uk
- Fax: 01803 207871
