Helen Bonnick
helenbonnick.bsky.social
Helen Bonnick
@helenbonnick.bsky.social
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Founder of Holes in the Wall website. Patron of Capa First Response. Recently retired. Still posting about child to parent violence but expect more random stuff too!
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Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/22ulI7h...
or search 'The Capa Podcast' #TheCapaPodcast
These episodes are a helpful listen to ALL parents, not just families experiencing #CAPVA
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🫂Parenting through #CAPVA is hard but you don’t have to do it alone. Join our FREE lunchtime drop-ins every Wednesday at 12:30.
Ask questions, learn strategies, and connect with others who understand. 🔗 Book/more info: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/for-paren... #FreeParentSupport #ParentingHelp
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Calling child-to-parent violence “abuse” can make parents feel ashamed and kids feel labelled — often making it harder to get help.

This article explains why shifting language to describe the behaviour as “family conflict” or “explosive behaviour” can help families feel understood and supported.

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Why we don't like to use 'Abuse' - Capa First Response
Child and adolescent to parent abuse (CAPA) is a serious issue that affects many families, the world over. However, when discussing CAPA, the language we use
capafirstresponse.org
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Gave me the confidence to work in a complex area. Really useful resources and approach.”

Our accredited 3-hour CAPVA training helps you identify risk factors, understand family impact, and develop effective strategies.

📅 13th November | £50 | Online training

🔗 Don’t miss out — book today:
3 Hr Accredited Child Against Parent Violence & Aggression (CAPVA) Training
CAPVA Training: Are you a Professional looking to enhance your understanding and awareness of Child Against Parent Violence and Aggression?
www.eventbrite.co.uk
Many congratulations Penny. A wonderful achievement 🥳
Great to read the report on the evaluation of the YP programme in Norfolk!
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Our October Newsletter is now live. 🎃
⬇️
https://bit.ly/3JkiGdE

This month we covered...
🎃The Labour Party Conference
🎃Black History Month 2025
🎃New Govt. announcement to repeal the presumption of parental involvement
And much more...

Subscribe now: https://bit.ly/4oGAZIL
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👪 Parenting through #CAPVA is hard — but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join our FREE online drop-in every Wednesday at 12:30 AM.
Ask questions, learn strategies, and connect with others who understand.
🔗 Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/for-paren...
#ChildToParentViolence #FreeParentSupport
For Parents & Carers
Events for parents and carers who are experiencing 'CAPVA' - Child against parent violence and abuse/aggression
www.eventbrite.co.uk
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Last month I met online with a group of UK adoptive dads to talk about the experience of parenting as an adopter.
#CPV #CCVAB #CPVA
We're meeting Mon 27th 8pm. If you're a UK dad want to join email me or DM
[email protected]
Or you can join us on FB
www.facebook.com/groups/16206...
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www.facebook.com
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How talking less can actually help.
Here's a snippet of the latest episode of #TheCapaPodcast Please do listen & share
creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
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👪 Parenting through #CAPVA is hard — but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join our FREE online drop-in every Wednesday at 12:30 AM.
Ask questions, learn strategies, and connect with others who understand.
🔗 Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/for-paren...
#ChildToParentViolence #FreeParentSupport
For Parents & Carers
Events for parents and carers who are experiencing 'CAPVA' - Child against parent violence and abuse/aggression
www.eventbrite.co.uk
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