World Mental Health Day

On Monday 12th October we will celebrate World Mental Health Day. We will be raising awareness of this day for mental health by wearing yellow on this day.

The children will learn about keeping healthy both in mind and body. They will learn about the importance of sleep, community and friendship as tools to keep themselves mentally well.

For help supporting your children:

The Nest in Southwark: The Nest in Peckham offers drop-ins or booked sessions on Wednesdays between 9.30 and 12.30 for parents/carers of young people aged 0-25. You will be offered a slot with a trained counsellor to gain advice or help with signposting.
Phone: 0208 138 1805
Website: www.thenestsouthwark.org.uk

Parenting Smart by Place2Be: Online parenting advice from mental health professionals, with practical tips to support your child with their mental health and wellbeing.
Website: www.parentingsmart.place2be.org.uk

SIBs – support for siblings with disabilities
Website: https://www.sibs.org.uk/supporting-young-siblings

For parents/carers own mental health:

Southwark Talking Therapies: If you have a Southwark GP, then you can access support through Southwark Talking Therapies. You can self-refer on the website, and they will then get in touch to assess what support would be the most appropriate for you. They offer online and face to face sessions, and it is free to access.
Web: www.talkingtherapiessouthwark.nhs.uk
Phone: 020 3228 2194

Qwell by Kooth: Free online mental health support without waiting lists, commissioned by the NHS. Download the app and sign up for one-to-one regular or drop in sessions with an accredited therapist
Web: www.qwell.io