Great Wood School

"Aim high... and make a difference"

Beaufort Road, Morecambe, LA4 6UB
01524 416971
office@greatwood.lancs.sch.uk

Emotional Wellbeing

https://www.barnardos.org.uk/

Believe in children | Children’s charity – Barnardo’s

Barnardo’s is a children’s charity that protects and supports the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people. We help bring out the best in them – no matter who they are or what they have been through.

www.barnardos.org.uk

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/childrens-mental-health/

Signs That a Child Is Suffering From Mental Health Issues – NSPCC

Recognising the signs that a child may be struggling with their mental health can be really hard. We’ve got advice to help you support children who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal feelings or self-harm. How to spot the signs a child’s struggling with their mental health and what …

www.nspcc.org.uk

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrsbrj6

Fun activities for kids from Parents’ Toolkit – BBC Bitesize

Sophie, aka DIY Blonde, shows how you can help your child to develop a green thumb with a DIY animal vase. Rob Biddulph’s five tips to help you confidently draw with your kids Rob Biddulph, author …

www.bbc.co.uk

Urgent Support

If you need urgent support in a crisis you can contact the following for help:

  1. YoungMinds Crisis Messenger: text YM  to 85258  Texts are free to send and are answered by trained volunteers.
  2. Childline: call free on 0800 1111. The quickest way to get through (it also won’t show on a phone bill).

OR follow this link: https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/ for further support options.

  1. Local NHS urgent mental health helpline: for people of all ages. You can call for 24 hour support for you, a parent or someone you care for.

Follow this link: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-urgent-mental-health-helpline

You will be asked to input your age and location (Morecambe) to ensure you receive the correct support.

  1. Local CAMHS Crisis Team: call 0800 953 0110 – available 24/7 and staffed by trained mental health professionals.
  2. Local Wellbeing Helpline and Texting Service – text Hello to 07860 022846 – available Monday-Friday, 7pm-11pm and Saturday to Sunday 12pm-Midnight. Staffed by volunteers that offer emotional support.

If you are worried about a child or young person you can contact the following services for help:

  1. Young Minds Parents Helpline: call free on 0808 802 5544 – available from 9:30am-4pm, Monday to Friday. For detailed advice, emotional support and signposting about a child or young person up to age 25.
  2. Local CAMHS Crisis Team: call 0800 953 0110 – available 24/7 and staffed by trained mental health professionals.