External Support
Sometimes, we all need a little bit of extra help. On this page, we have listed some of the organisations that we turn to for help and support.
If you need to talk to someone, day or night, all year round, the Samaritans are there for you.
Call 116 123
Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through.
You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.
Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night. You can talk to us:
- by calling 0800 1111
- by email
- through 1-2-1 counsellor chat
Whatever feels best for you.
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The Hub Of Hope
The Hub of Hope is a first of its kind, national mental health database which brings together organisations and charities, large and small, from across the country who offer mental health advice and support, together in one place.
Education Support Partnership
We are the only UK charity dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff in schools, colleges and universities.
https://www.educationsupport.org.uk
Shout 
In partnership with Place2Be, this free, 24/7 text service can support anyone who is struggling to cope. Text SHOUT to 85258.
Here are some useful websites:
Wirral Future in Mind
This site is packed with information supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people in Wirral.
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/our-services/wirral/camhs-0-18-wirral
MyMind
MyMind is an NHS website run by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, developed for everyone interested in the mental health and well-being of children and young people across Cheshire and Wirral.
The site has a Parents and Carers section where you can find out about what’s new in CWP CAMHS for parents and carers.
The professional’s section of this site is aimed at anyone working with children and young people who live in the catchment area of Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and who want to know more about their local Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).
Wirral CAMHS delivered a workshop for parents called Helping Your Child to Thrive. If you couldn't make the workshop, take a look at the presentation instead- it's packed with information about how we can support our children's mental health.
Familytoolbox.co.uk is a free online hub to help Wirral families be the strongest they can be.
Because life doesn't come with a manual. We're here to help in those moments when you realise why they say raising kids is the hardest job in the world.
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Welcome to Wirral InfoBank, Wirral's directory of community groups, services, and activities that can support your health and wellbeing.
MindEd
The MindEd learning portal provides free online training for staff, it is aimed at anyone from beginner through to specialist.
For Parents and Carers
"Are you a parent or carer who is concerned about the mental health of your child or teenager? Do you just want some hints and tips on parenting? MindEd for Families has advice and information from trusted experts and will help you to understand what problems occur, what you can do to best support your family, and how to take care of yourself. MindEd for Families is written by a team of specialists and parents, working together."
https://mindedforfamilies.org.uk/young-people
https://www.minded.org.uk/catalogue/TileView
Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families
The Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families is a children’s mental health charity with over 60 years’ experience of caring for young minds. Their vision is a world in which children and their families are effectively supported to build on their own strengths to achieve their goals in life.
https://www.annafreud.org/parents/
https://www.annafreud.org/what-we-do/schools-in-mind/
SENDLO brings together information about the local services and support available across education, health and social care for families with children and young people aged 0 to 25, who have special educational needs and/ or disabilities.
https://www.sendlowirral.co.uk/
Young Minds
Who We Are
We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.
https://youngminds.org.uk/youngminds-professionals/
https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/
A Public Health England and NHS site to help people take simple steps to look after their mental health, improve their mental wellbeing and support others.
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/
Quality-assured information, advice and resources to help primary schools understand and promote children's mental health and wellbeing.
https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/
Nip In The Bud
Nip in the Bud® works with mental health organisations to produce short films and other resources to assist parents, educationalists and others to learn about mental health conditions in children.
About one in ten children aged between five and sixteen are diagnosed with a mental health problem every year, and seventy five per cent of mental illness is thought to start before the age of 18.
Mentell-Mental Health Support for Men
Mentell provides free support for men aged 18+ to talk (or just listen) in a safe and confidential space. Support groups are available both online and face-to-face.
Mentell host Zoom sessions each Wednesday at 1-pm where they provide clarity on what a Mentell circle is, where the idea started, why circles are only for Men and the principles that hold them together.
Qwell
Free instant access digital mental health support is available across Wirral for anyone aged 18+. Qwell provides free, safe and anonymous online mental health support whenever you need it.
There are no waiting lists for support and no referral needed. Access to these platforms is available instantly 24/7.
Go to Qwell.io to get started today.
Support available includes:
- Live chat or messaging with qualified mental health professionals
- Self help tools and activities
- Online community
Live chat available from:
Monday to Friday: 12pm - 10pm
Saturday and Sunday 6pm - 10pm
Wirral CAMHS & Early Help Resource and Information Pack
Everyone has an important role to play to help children, young people and their families thrive, including children and young people themselves, their families and friends, schools and other agencies.
This pack contains information about self-help resources and community services.