Blogs
Our donation of 437 electronic devices
As part of our continuous campaign, Little Lives UK are thrilled to say that we have donated 437 electronic devices via schools, refugee centres, and other children’s charities. Over the course of the past four months, we’ve worked with a number of schools that have expressed a need for such equipment. Due to a lack of resources to learn from, many children have not been able to access the standard of education they deserve.
Wellness Blog: 5 Positive Picture Books
Reading with your children can be a great way to relieve boredom and promote positivity for you and your child. So here is a list of 5 picture books for kids to cheer everyone up in these uncertain times.
New Year resolutions ideas
As we start a new year, it is common that many people begin by deciding which New Year’s resolution they choose to embrace. Particularly as we are currently in lockdown, there is ample time to choose which resolution would be most beneficial during these tough times. For instance, healthy eating, staying fit, and taking up activities that will help you stay positive are all useful ideas. In this blog, we’ll provide our best New Year’s resolutions ideas which will make your start to 2021, a positive one.
2020 – Year in review
It’s safe to say that 2020 has been a challenging year. The impact of Covid-19 has affected many industries, individuals and sectors. As a charity, it has been no different for us, as for large parts of the year, our three stores were sadly forced to shut. Despite these challenges, Little Lives UK has still managed to help out hundreds of disadvantaged and disabled children this year through our monthly campaigns. Here is a review of the year we’ve had.
7 Fa-la-la-Fantastic Christmas Arts & Crafts
With temperatures getting colder it can sometimes be challenging to think of things to do to keep the kids occupied. Especially Christmas school holidays in full swing it can sometimes be difficult to think of a variety of options. But, if you need a hand here is a list of arts and crafts activities to get stuck into with the kids over the Christmas period.
Christmas present ideas for your children
As Christmas gets ever closer, the more excitement builds for young children. After a torrid year, nothing will make your children happier than a perfect Christmas morning, opening their presents. If you’re still struggling on what to get your children for Christmas this year, then we’re here to help, as we list our favourite gift ideas and provide recommendations on what to get for your children this Christmas.
Little Lives UK donates over 200 technology items in 3 months
Over the last year, Little Lives UK has been running a project to donate items of technology to schools and individuals who most need them. Through the donations of technology that we have made between September and November, we are proud to announce that we have donated over 200 devices.
12 Christmas movies for festive cheer
With so many Christmas movie options out there it can often be challenging to decide what to watch. To try and help you through the annual family debate over the TV here’s a few films that should help you narrow things down.
Funding resurfacing works at Tree Tops Short Break Unit
Little Lives UK are thrilled to have funded resurfacing works at Tree Tops Short Break Unit in Dartford. Before lockdown, our team visited their exceptional facility and were overwhelmed to hear about the work they do in helping disadvantaged and disabled children in their local area.
Winter clothing donation to Hestia
To aid families in our area we have recently worked with Hestia. A great charity which provides support for those experiencing domestic abuse, modern slavery and mental health needs. Hestia is one of the largest providers for victims of domestic abuse refugees in London and the South East. They are also the main organisation supporting victims of modern slavery in the capital.