Child Health
Mindworks Surrey – CAHMS
Mindworks Surrey is the Children and Young People’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Service in the area, supporting children and young people who are feeling very sad, worried, angry or upset. Their website provides children, young people, families and carers with information about services, advice and resources – including how to ask for help in a crisis via the 24/7 Crisis Line.
Website: www.mindworks-surrey.org
Anti-Bullying Alliance
ABA are a unique coalition of organisations and individuals, working together to achieve our vision to: stop bullying and create safer environments in which children and young people can live, grow, play and learn.
Website: www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk
Children and Family Health Surrey
Children and Family Health Surrey is the Surrey-wide NHS community health service for children and young people from birth up to 19 years of age (up to 25 for young adults with additional needs) and their parents and carers.
Website: www.childrenshealthsurrey.nhs.uk
Be Your Best - Family Weight Management Programme
Be Your Best is a family weight management programme aimed at Surrey families who have children aged 0-12. Families can join if their child is in the top 10% for BMI and they have SEND or a disability, or the family has a low income.
Families who are enrolled will receive six 1-2-1 visits from a Children & Family Health nurse and be able to attend six online group sessions – to help them understand more about topics ranging from nutrition and portion size to screen time and the need to stay active.
Residents can self-register through the Be Your Best website and receive a follow up call to check eligibility, or health professionals can refer in.
If anyone has any questions they can email beyourbest@surreycc.gov.uk or call 01483 517005.
CYP Haven
CYP Haven is a safe space where you can talk about worries and mental health in a confidential and friendly, supportive environment. There are four locations in Surrey: Guildford, Staines, Redhill and Epsom.
Website: www.cyphaven.net
Health, Wellbeing and Emotional Wellbeing Support for Children in Surrey
As we adjust to the latest national COVID-19 lockdown, it is important that you know how to access the right advice, guidance and support for your family. This brief guide highlights a range of resources to help maintain your child’s wellbeing and to address any emotional needs, as well as guidance to help you spot early signs.
Health, Wellbeing and Emotional Wellbeing Support for Children in Surrey Guide
Vaccination planner
Download a personalised vaccination calendar, which highlights the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by.
0-19 Advice Line
The 0-19 Advice Line is open 08:00 – 17:00 on weekdays, excluding bank holidays.
Telephone: 01883 340922
Website: www.childrenshealthsurrey.nhs.uk
Change4Life
Change4Life aims to help your family be healthier and happier. Find out more about what’s really in the food your family eats.
Website: NHS: Make a change today
Rise Above
Online resource for young people covering a range of topics including relationships, health, mental and wellbeing.
Website: www.riseabove.org.uk
DadPad
Fathers in Surrey will now have access to an exciting new online resource, DadPad. DadPad gives fathers access to knowledge and practical skills on a range of topics from pregnancy and supporting their partner through to how to care for a crying baby, first aid tips and knowing their baby’s milestones from birth up until 18 months.
Website: www.thedadpad.co.uk
Looking After Babies
Having a new baby is very tiring. Please make sure you put your baby somewhere safe when you are sleeping or when you think you might fall asleep.
Babies can cry a lot and we know this can be really hard to manage. Please never, ever shake your baby. Please have a look at these websites for support:
Website: www.iconcope.org/parentsadvice
Website: www.cry-sis.org.uk
Website: www.lullabytrust.org.uk
Please speak to your GP if you are concerned or not coping.
Advice for Minor Illnesses and Injuries
Healthy Surrey website provides parents and carers with advice and information on how to manage minor illnesses and injuries in babies and children and clear guidance on when to seek help.
MindWorks
Out of hours help line for families struggling with behaviour/difficulties related to neurodevelopmental need eg autism, ADHD. Provides advice to parents and carers and runs from 5pm until 11pm, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Telephone: 0300 222 5755