Well Being
If you are worried about your child's mental health and well-being, the following are some resources that may be of help.
See, Hear, Respond
Families in Northern Ireland can now self-refer for See, Hear, Respond online at https://www.barnardos.org.uk/northern-ireland-see-hear-respond or call 0800 157 7015
This service will work with children and young people in Northern Ireland who might need additional support to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic, offering practical and therapeutic support. It will also offer advice and guidance to any adults who are concerned about a child’s mental health and wellbeing.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-help
Has links to support lines if you are needing help with kids at home. Someone to listen and direct you to help.
Another great link to support families through bereavement https://www.childbereavementuk.org/
RISE NI (Regional Integrated Support for Education) has launched a new Parent Website for you to access at:
https://view.pagetiger.com/RISENI/parents
Childline
https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/home-families/family-relationships/ - Advice for dealing with family relationships.
Tel: 0800 1111
CAMHS
https://www.camhs-resources.co.uk/ - A bank of resources promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
Parenting N.I.
https://www.parentingni.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Coping-with-Stress-for-Kids.pdf - Tips on coping with stress.
Anna Freud - National Centre for Children & Families
https://www.annafreud.org/schools-and-colleges/resources/advice-for-parents-and-carers-talking-mental-health-with-young-people-at-primary-school/ - Tips for talking about Mental Health with your child.
