Support for Parents
We have put together this page to help others to see that there is a wide range of support out there for anyone who is struggling with their feelings, their emotions, their moods = their mental-health.
Please remember, you are never alone, and if you ever need it, something in this list may be of help to you.
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Togetherness - An NHS emotional health team sharing evidence-based teaching and learning about emotional wellbeing and preventative mental health.
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Dove Self-Esteem Expert resources for parents and guardians
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Every Mind Matters Helping others to take care of their mental wellbeing with a quiz to determine a personalised action plan with tips from mental health experts.
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Stem4 The UK’s leading digital mental health charity for children and young people. They offer a suite of 5 evidence-based mental health apps that support various mental health conditions.
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Good Mental Health Matters Information for Parents 5 positive steps to good mental health for your family.
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Kent Family Hub Family life is full of highs and challenges. Get help in this section of Kent Family Hubs when your mental health has been affected by stress, relationships, or other concerns.
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Mental health helpline for parents to be, new parents and new baby Our Perinatal Mental Health Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can talk to a trained advisor who will be able to offer advice and guidance. It's completely free and confidential. You can get in touch by phone or text.
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Support for separated parents Whether parents live together or separately, their family still exists. So it is important to try to work together to be the best parents you can be for your child. This will really help your child’s wellbeing.
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Kent Resilience Hub ou may find yourself looking for tips and ideas to support your child to feel better. There are a number of ways to help your child become more resilient, including how to better manage the ups and downs that life can bring.
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MindEd for Families Supporting your child's mental health.
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NSPCC Supporting a child with depression or anxiety.
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Young Minds Parent Helpline We offer tailored information, advice and support to parents and carers who are concerned about their child or young person’s mental health. You can speak to us over the phone, or chat to us online. You can use our Helpline service if you are the parent or main carer of a child or young person aged 25 or under. Our service is available across the UK. It is free and confidential.
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Place 2 Be Full of ideas and advice on how you can support your child's mental health and wellbeing, as well as information on their Art Room Team, specialising in using art to support and enhance children and young people's wellbeing.
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Parenting Smart Practical tips to support children’s wellbeing and behaviour
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Clear Sky Free resources for parents including a Calm Communication magazine, Fun in 5 (games and activities) and a Parents Play Kit.