Field Junior School

Headteacher : Miss J Brooks, B.Ed (Hons)

Wellbeing

Family Wellbeing

During this time we will continue to update resources and support that is available to support family wellbeing.  This page will have resources/support/strategies available to parents and children.  Do not suffer in silence during this time as there is plenty of support still available if you are struggling with your own or your child’s wellbeing.

Contact the school office and leave a message for Mrs. Connell to call you back if you have any concerns at any point.

Families First staff are contactable via their telephones or email so if you have a link worker please ensure that you are making regular contact. They will be in direct contact with school too.

Herts Local Offer-Mental health and wellbeing:

www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/microsites/local-offer/services-for-children-and-young-people/mental-health-and-wellbeing.aspx

Young Carers

Support for Young Carers is now being provided by a new Young Carers team within Hertfordshire County Council, following the end of the young carer contract with Carers in Hertfordshire. This includes assessments, help with managing caring responsibilities, regular reviews, ensuring the voices of young carers inform the support they receive, and support in preparing for adulthood. 

The registration process for young carers is now via a new Young Carers webpage.  This new webpage has been developed in collaboration with young carers and their families and includes information about the support available, team contact details, and ‘a Day in the Life of’ form to register a young carer online so that they can get the support they need. 
 
 

DSPL – Courses

Bounce Forward

Sleep Meditation for Children

South West Herts Partnership

www.southwesthertspartnership.org.uk

At Field Junior School we have strong connections with the South West Herts Partnership.  They offer support to families, children and work closely with us.  They also offer very positive parenting support.

The South West Herts Partnership have created a document with parenting support on a range of topics including fussy eaters, Talking Families (a course to support with general parenting as it is the toughest job!), sleep solutions, parenting pre-teens/teens and many more.

Online Group for 7-12 year olds – Mind Hertfordshire Network

7-12yrs group (Tuesdays at 6pm)

This group will give 7-12 year olds a space to meet other young people, building their social connections, whilst improving their understanding and awareness of emotional wellbeing and coping strategies.

Topics include: Understanding Emotions, Friendships & Relationships, Coping Strategies, Self-harm & 5 ways to Wellbeing, Bullying, How to Cope at School, Homelife, Identity, Abuse and Exploitation, Changes, Building Confidence & Self-Esteem.

If you are interested, please email us at withyouth@hertsmindnetwork.org to get registered and receive the group’s online link.

Herts Haven café

A safe, welcoming space for 10-18-year olds, with professional workers to support you with your wellbeing when you need it. Just drop in!

Wednesday’s 3:30pm – 6:30pm.

The Wellbeing Centre, The Warehouse, 14 New Road, Ware, Herts, SG12 7BS

Herts Haven Cafés – WithYouth

Lumi Nova

Lumi Nova is an app for 7-12-year olds facing difficulties with anxiety, including:

Phobias, social anxiety, separation anxiety. You can find out more by clicking the following link: Lumi Nova – WithYouth

A Slice of Happiness-Wellness Turquoise Spa

A free, zoom based support for anyone experiencing difficulties with emotions such as stress, anxiety, depression or grief.

Just Talk

Just Talk- a celebratory and positive mental health campaign, designed to make everyone feel more comfortable talking about mental health.  https://www.justtalkherts.org/parents/advice-for-parents.aspx

Winston’s Wish

A childhood bereavement charity.  They offer specialist child bereavement services across the UK.
Helpline: 08088 020 021 for expert advice and guidance on how to support a child or young person after the death of a loved one.

Cruse Bereavement Care

Cruse Bereavement Care is the leading national charity for bereavement in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.  Their website has lots of support, including a helpline for support.

Adult Bereavement document

The NHS has also created an adult bereavement document that may be helpful

Anna Freud Centre-Coping with unexpected loss

This document is to support families with unexpected loss.  Some children will experience this with loss of a loved one or pet but some children can also experience concerns when there is significant change in their life (changing school, not being in school, a friend moving away).  This is a great resource with tips and strategies to support your child.

Crisis support

The team can provide support for Herts residents who are experiencing a mental health crisis, need some mental health support or just want to talk on:

  • Freephone 0800 6444 101 or
  • NHS 111 and select option 2 for mental health services 
  • If they are seriously ill or injured, dial 999 for the emergency services

Advice for Parents and Carers – Just Talk Herts

Supporting young people’s mental health. Worried about a child or young person – Tips, advice and where to get support for your child’s mental health.; Keeping track of your child’s wellbeing – Steps to help notice if your child is having difficulties.; Supporting your child with school anxiety and refusal – Information and advice to help you support your child and work with the school.

Parenting with Mental Health Issues

Advice from Mind on strategies to support you on parenting whilst experiencing mental health challenges.

Parenting with Mental Health Issues (328.64KB)

Hertfordshire Mental Health Packs

This document explains diagnosable mental health conditions and support available for those specific medical needs.  This is for professionals and parents and was produced by Hertfordshire County Council in conjunction with the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Hertfordshire Mental Health Packs (2.54MB)

Beezee Bodies and Families

BeeZee Bodies is an award winning weight loss and behaviour change programme focusing on living a healthier life style.  Courses are run by qualified nutritionists who focus on developing long term healthier habits.   www.beezeebodies.com
 

Safer Places Domestic Abuse Services

Safer Places are still operating and will continue to provide services/support to victims of Domestic Abuse in line with Government and Public Health England advice.
They will still accept new refuge referrals (if they have space and no symptoms shown/self-isolating) and will continue to accept outreach referrals.
EMERGENCY CONTACT LINE IS OPEN 24 HOURS 7DAYS A WEEK:
03301025811
https://www.saferplaces.co.uk

 

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