Wellbeing
During challenging and difficult times we often think of others before ourselves - however this is the time when we need to look after our own wellbeing, whether it be physical, spiritually or emotional. If you're feeling stressed , anxious , worried down , depressed , or just want to feel happier this webpage provides lots of links to help you.
Five Key Messages
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Your wellbeing takes priority , now and always
- Regularly check in with yourself to see how you are feeling
- Your physical and mental wellbeing are entwined , not separate
- Taking time out for yourself is essential
- You are not alone , talking to others can put things into perspective
This webpage will give you lots of places to find information , but if you need extra support reach out to those around you , whether it's a family member , friend , teacher , doctor or other professional.
Useful Websites and Apps
Click on the icons below to take you useful areas of support
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Useful Resources
Your mental wellbeing
Tips to help manage your own wellbeing - click here
Increased Internet and Screen Usage - staying safe online from Think U Know
Developing Resilience - simple advice for adults from MIND
Audio Guides
Low mood, sadness and depression click here for the NHS audio guide
Anxiety control training click here for the NHS audio guide
Overcoming sleep problems click here for the NHS audio guide
Low confidence and assertiveness click here for the NHS audio guide
Activity Packs
Click on the links below to download your first home activity packs for each age range. Each pack contains two 15 minute activities to do with your child, using Thinkuknow resources. The next two will be released in a fortnight’s time.
Seven days of kindness calendar - click here
The Great Indoors activity pack - Click here
Resources for Dealing with effects of lockdown
Wellbeing Course
Looking after your physical health resource pack
Mental Wellbeing activity pack
Support Now
Listen - The Mental Health Foundation podcastTrack - Catch it AppDo - Breathing ExercisesTalk - If you need to speak to someone right now, please contact one of the following 24 hour services: SAMARITANS: 116 123 / www.samaritans.org CHILDLINE: 0800 1111 / www.childline.org.uk |
Advice for Parents and Carers |
Support , activities and ideas for younger children |
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Parents and Carers Help sheet for secondary Supporting your child during the Coronavirus Pandemic - Link to Young Minds website Loneliness - Are you or your child lonely ? Tips for parents - Action for Children click here Family Problems - Information on how family problems can affect children and guidance for spotting the signs and supporting pupils. click here Sleep disturbance - good sleep hygiene booklet 11 ways to get a good nights sleep - click here Mind - website for mental health support and advice Understanding Screen Addiction during COVID-19
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How can you cope with feeling angry Video for younger children Resilience Activities and videos from Primary Leagues Primary Stars Resilience Game - board game from Mentally Healthy Schools Building Resilience - Sesame Street Dealing with change and loss activities Understanding Screen Addiction during COVID-19
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