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The National Portage Association (NPA) provides a quality framework and training for Portage services across England and Wales, supporting practitioners and parents alike. Their resources include case studies, training opportunities, and essential information designed to enhance the Portage model and its implementation. The NPA facilitates partnerships between parents and practitioners, promoting effective communication and collaboration. Through various initiatives, including the NPA Stamp of Approval Scheme and development days, they strive to improve the services available to families in need of support. Generated from the website

The WATCH Community Centre, located in the heart of Hillfields, Coventry, serves as a modern hub for individuals facing social exclusion and economic challenges. It offers a variety of services, including training in English, computer skills, radio training, and personal development workshops, aimed at enhancing skills and improving employment prospects for the local community. Committed to supporting ethnic minorities, refugees, asylum seekers, and culturally underrepresented groups, WATCH works to break down barriers to training and employment opportunities. By providing resources such as food vouchers and financial advice, the centre plays a vital role in helping residents manage the pressures of the cost of living and improve their overall quality of life. Generated from the website