Useful links
This page provides information and resources relating to emotional health and wellbeing, particularly of interest to young people.
Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP)
MiSP is a charity whose aim is to inform, create, train and support the teaching of secular mindfulness to young
people and those who care for them.
https://mindfulnessinschools.org/
Beditation Video: Have a go at this practice to see for yourself how mindfulness works. Learn how kindness and patience are needed to train the mind. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5ut2NYdAEQ
MyMind
MyMind (https://www.mymind.org.uk/) is a dedicated website for young people across Cheshire and Wirral experiencing mental health difficulties. MyMind provides advice and guidance around the key topics identified as most important to young people and their families: how to cope with mental health challenges, how to get help and what to do in a crisis.
The site includes a host of interactive self-help resources for young people, parents/carers and anyone who works with young people around the topics of Mood, Lifestyle and Relationships, as well as details on local mental health services in our area.
My Well-being
The “My Well-being” Website (https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/residents/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/health-and-wellbeing/mental-wellbeing) is a resource for Children, Young People, Parents/Carers and Professionals to use as a resource for useful information, advice and pathways for support. It enables young people to access online support and provide contact details for the School Nursing Service in their locality.
The Website supports the work that is already being delivered by School Nursing teams who provide a range of health services to children and young people such as immunisations, health screening, support in school or community settings, drop in services and safeguarding. It also aims to empower you as a young person to make good choices about your health and well-being.
Useful Links
Mental health resources for children, students, parents, carers and school/college staff
Self-Care Strategies for Self-Care https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/self-care/
Shout Shout is the UK’s first free 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help.
Young Minds
We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.
Samaritans
We offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you.
Healthtalk
healthtalk.org provides free, reliable information about health issues, by sharing people's real-life experiences. You can watch people sharing their stories about cancer, autism, motor-neurone disease, pregnancy, drugs, depression and much more.
http://www.healthtalk.org/young-peoples-experiences
Mind
We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.
No Panic
No Panic is a registered charity which helps people who suffer from Panic Attacks, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and other related anxiety disorders including those people who are trying to give up Tranquillizers.
Self Injury Support
Self injury Support is a national organisation that supports girls and women affected by self-injury or self-harm.
https://www.selfinjurysupport.org.uk/
Hope Again
Hope Again is Cruse Bereavement Care's website for young people. Cruse is a national charity that provides support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone close to them dies. We also work to enhance society’s care of bereaved people.
ADT Healthcare We are an international addiction treatment provider offering a free, unbiased guidance service for people looking for treatment for all types of addiction and related mental health issues. We help both addicts and their families and loved ones of all ages to deal with with addiction and the consequential effects, offering services for all budget and locations. https://www.adt-healthcare.com/
Proud Connections
On this new site you will find some helpful information in the resources sections, covering a range of different things such as coming out, faith and religion, and staying safe. You’ll also find stories and experiences from other LGBT+ people in the “People like me” section. https://beta.theproudtrust.org/?mc_cid=f9a2700cd2&mc_eid=55f9cb3149
