Working with Parents and Carers in a community setting

#DontDoItAlone campaign

New for 2021 - Kooth's #DontDoItAlone campaign including resources and a video with famous faces, to encourage young people to reach out when they are struggling

Anna Freud: advice for parents and carers

Simple advice and guidance to parents and carers of primary aged children about how to make conversations about their child's feelings part of everyday conversations.

Charlie Waller Memorial Trust: resources for schools, youth settings and families

Evidence-based presentations and training for schools,youth settings and families, as well as a variety of resources on mental health and wellbeing.

Depression: a guide for parents and carers

Depression is a mental health condition that results in persistent feelings of sadness and/or hopelessness. Anyone can be diagnosed with depression. The symptoms are the same for anyone regardless of whether they are autistic or not. Research however suggests that autistic people may be more likely to experience depression than the general population.

Early Help and Preventative Services

Information for schools and practitioners on supporting children and young people in Kent.

Every Mind Matters Kent

Mind Plan and supporting information and signposting to local services to support you

Internet Matters

A one-stop shop resource featuring guides and apps about internet safety.

Mental Health Matters

Resources and support to achieve good mental and physical wellbeing.

Mermaids: Information and resources for parents

Mermaids offer lots of information, resources and support for parents of children and young people who may be struggling with their gender identity

NHS: Coping with your teenager

Many parents find their teenager's behaviour challenging. It can be baffling, stressful, hurtful and often worrying. But in most cases it does not mean there is anything more serious going on than the natural process of becoming an adult. The NHS website has some really useful information and support for parents/carers about how to cope with their teenager's challenging behaviour.

One You Kent

One You Kent provides information and guidance for healthy lifestyle choices with a selection of free apps and support offered via telephone.

Regulating emotions and supporting wellbeing through play

The British Psychological Society has produced this video to provide advice for parents and carers on the psychology behind playtime and how it helps children and young people manage their emotions.

Self-care top tips for young parents and carers

This Anna Freud booklet booklet offers some simple self-care advice for young parents and carers about the importance of self-care and looking after their own mental health and wellbeing whilst raising children.

SEND Information HUB – Kent’s Local Offer

A local offer gives children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities and their families information about what support services are available in their area.

We Are With You – Mind & Body

A short video discussing the service, who its aimed for and that it is open for referrals.

YoungMinds

Mental health advice, support, resources and training for young people, their families, schools and communities.