Supporting children and families when a loved one has died/ is at the end of their life. Provide books and resources and volunteer responders to visit families within their homes. Available free of charge. Bereavement Support Workers to do direct work with the family. Mentoring service available to professionals already working with the family, i.e social workers. … [Read more...] about Archie Child Bereavement Services
Mental Health and Wellbeing Toolkit
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The Mental Health and Wellbeing Toolkit, a comprehensive resource designed to support individuals and services in promoting positive mental health and wellbeing. The toolkit consists of 3 key parts:
1 - A comprehensive list of mental health resources and support services available to individuals. These resources range from helplines and online counselling to support groups and self-help materials.
2 - A directory of guidance and policies for promoting positive mental health and creating a supportive and inclusive environment.
3 - The Mental Health Professional Learning Framework is a key component of the toolkit. This framework provides opportunities to build knowledge and skills that are required for everyone who works with children and young people to provide effective support to those in need.
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Mental Health Support Apps
Stress and Anxiety CompanionWe're Companion, the mental health app for workplace wellbeing. We're here to give you the tools, techniques and strategies to help you manage stress and anxiety at work and improve your mental wellbeing so you can make the most of every working day. Apple store Google store Chill Panda appPlay your way to a calmer day.Family friendly relaxation, breathing exercise and activity app. Apple store Google store Catch itCatch it offers a mood … [Read more...] about Mental Health Support Apps
Mental Health Helplines
Anxiety UK helpline, phone 03444 775 774 or text 07537 416 905 Monday - Friday, 9.30-5.30. Text-based support also available. Breathing Space is Scotland’s mental health helpline for individuals experiencing symptoms of low mood, depression, or anxiety, and offers free and confidential advice for individuals over the age of 16. They can be contacted on 0800 83 85 87, 6pm to 2am Monday to Thursday; and from 6pm Friday throughout the weekend to 6am Monday Mind helpline - 0300 123 3393 for … [Read more...] about Mental Health Helplines
Mental Health National resources – digital
Ditch the LabelHere to help young people aged 12-25 navigate the issues affecting them the most; from mental health and bullying to identity and relationships. Anxiety UKAnxiety UK was established to promote the relief and rehabilitation of persons living with agoraphobia and associated anxiety disorders, phobias and conditions, in particular, but not exclusively, by raising awareness in such topics. NHS Inform ScotInformation and advice on the signs and types of anxiety. Young … [Read more...] about Mental Health National resources – digital
Aberdeenshire Educational Psychology Service
Access support if your child's mental health difficulties are affecting their education … [Read more...] about Aberdeenshire Educational Psychology Service