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Children's Mental Health Week 2024!
5th - 11th February is Children's Mental Health Week!
A chance to raise awareness about mental health with our children and young... Read More
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH WEEK 2023
6th - 12th February is Children's Mental Health Week!
It’s a brilliant way to raise awareness about mental health, and the... Read More
10 tips to help if you are worried about coronavirus
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means that life is changing for all of us for a while. It may cause you to feel anxious, stressed... Read More
Youth Mental Health Aware Course: 24th April 2020
Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing will be running a Youth Mental Health Aware Course at Moulton Community Centre for anyone working... Read More
Northamptonshire Young Carers Service would like to invite you to support us onYoung Carers Awareness DayThursday 30thJanuary 2020.
ü Are you a professional working with/supporting Young People/ Young Adults?
ü Are you working at a school/college... Read More
Schools celebrate mental health awards and help ‘kick off’ Northamptonshire Mental Health Awareness Day with the Cobblers
Press Release  ... Read More
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY - FRIDAY 14 FEBRUARY 2020
It is a day when schools across Northamptonshire join together to show their support of the Talk out Loud Programme. The day provides... Read More
Northamptonshire Future In Mind Plan 2019 -2021
The last four years have seen considerable progress in the delivery of our Future in Mind programme which is demonstrated by... Read More
Celebrating, Educating and Supporting Down's Syndrome in Northamptonshire
UpsnDowns Can Help You www.upsndowns.co.uk
UpsnDowns provides support and advice... Read More
It's World Mental Health Day Today
Suicide prevention: WAIT
Prevention is something that we can all individually help with. A short conversation with... Read More
World Mental Health Day 2019
World Mental Health Day 2019 Working together to prevent suicide.
This year, the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) has decided... Read More
Mental Health Awareness Day 2020 is coming!
Calling all schools - Get this date in your diary!
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Northamptonshire based charity Service Six providing life changing and often lifesaving support for children and young people.
Service Six
Northamptonshire based charity Service Six have been providing life changing and often lifesaving support for children... Read More
Young Healthwatch explore PHSE for 13-15 year olds.
Healthwatch Northamptonshire and Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire are working with young people locally to explore... Read More
Help and advice for when you receive your exam results
EXAM RESULTS
Finding out about your exam results can be stressful. And you may be worried or unsure about what's next. But whatever... Read More
Rethink, the Mental illness organisation can help in Daventry.
Daventry Mental Health Carers
Open to: Carers
Mind Mental Health ServiceBrook StreetNN11 4GGView on map
(M) 07562 457968... Read More
Priory’s Group Associate Medical Director and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist explains depression in Teenagers
A Parent’s Guide to Teenage DEPRESSION
Priory’s Group Associate Medical Director and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist... Read More
Book your places now for the next Tamhs Conference!
Follow this link to book your places now for the next TaMHS Conference! https://lgss.learningpool.com/course... Read More
It's Mental Health Awareness Week
It's Mental Health Awareness Week, our colleagues in Public Health at Northamptonshire County Council are launching a 7 week campaign... Read More
Calling All Professionals!
The Northamptonshire Baby Room Project© – Practitioner’s Courses 2019-2020
www... Read More
Calling all professionals! - Protective Behaviours Training
Protective Behaviours Training
A practical and down to earth approach to personal safety that develops self-awareness and well-being... Read More
Spring into Wellbeing Event
Please drop in to this FREE event at Moulton Primary school on Thursday 21st March 3pm - 4.30pm - In the School Hall.
Stallholder... Read More
NORTHANTS SURVEY IDENTIFIES 61% OF YOUNG PEOPLE HAVE EXPERIENCED ANXIETY, WITH 52% LESS HAPPY THAN 12 MONTHS AGO
Students encouraged to ‘Talk out Loud’ on Northamptonshire Mental Health Awareness Day
A recent survey undertaken... Read More
Advent Calendar for Parents and Carers of children with ADHD - ASD
An Advent Calendar with lots of tips and advice for Parents and Carers who have a child with ADHD or ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder... Read More
For all Professionals - Topic engagement on the NICE suicide prevention quality standard is now open
19/11/2018
www.nice.org.uk
*****THIS IS A REMINDER TOPIC ENGAGEMENT CLOSES... Read More
Your views are important as new Autism website is planned for Northamptonshire
As part of the county wide autism champion’s work, we are looking to create a website to support people with an interest in... Read More
Schools set to ‘Talk out Loud’ about drugs and mental health
Buzzed Drama to premiere at Northampton College
A powerful and thought provoking play, called ‘The Buzzed’ looking at... Read More
Parent Info examines when to let your teen become independent online
Addicted to social media – or just teens being teens?
Does being a good parent mean you have to know everything... Read More
iDID Summer sessions: Outdoor Team building.
iDID SUMMER SESSION: WATERSPORTS
iDID Adventure is an award-winning social organisation promoting the positive use of adventure... Read More
One in Ten UK children aged 13-18 is gambling online
'One in ten UK children aged 13-18 is gambling online'
Parent Zone's skin gambling... Read More
Northamptonshire Police Time2Listen consultation results are in.
Hi Everyone, Firstly we at OPCC wanted to thank you for all your support with our Time2Listen consultation and we thought you may... Read More
Transforming Children and Young People’s Mental Health Provision
The East Midlands Clinical Network is facilitating two events this summer to involve school staff and pupils in co-creating ideas... Read More
Conference - Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools
POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING IN SCHOOLS
Following on from the success of the TaMHS Conference 2017, we are pleased to announce... Read More
Building a child’s digital resilience
See tips to help children become more digitally savvy and get the best out of their online world at internetmatters.org.
What are... Read More
Help your child beat exam stress
Help your child beat exam stress
Tests and exams can be a challenging part of school life for children and young people and... Read More
The latest Protective Behaviours Training Courses in Northampton.
Protective Behaviours in Practice
A practical and down to earth approach to personal safety that develops self-awareness... Read More
Have you heard about Crisis Cafe's?
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) and the Local Mind group, are working together to offer Crisis Café... Read More
Wellbeing event Moulton Community Centre
We would like to invite you to our Health & Wellbeing Event for All at our brand new Moulton Community Centre, Reedings... Read More
Calling all professionals - Summer Workshop • Building Resilient Children
Translating the Neuroscience Behind Emotional Wellbeing
The Three Swans Hotel, 21 High Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire... Read More
Northamptonshire Police and Crime Commission are three quarters through time2listen consultation- Have your say!
Northamptonshire Police and Crime Commission are three quarters through our time2listen consultation. The consultation aims to... Read More
Things to do in Northamptonshire for half term week
It's a well known fact that getting out and about improves your mood and sense of wellbeing.
So on this half term holiday... Read More
Children's Mental Health Week - 5-11 February 2018
This Children’s Mental Health Week, we’re encouraging children, young people and adults to celebrate their uniqueness.... Read More
It's Time to Talk Day
Today is Time to Talk Day. It’s a chance for all of us to be more open about mental health - to talk, to listen, to change lives... Read More
Blue Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday...............
It was Blue Monday yesterday, ‘the most difficult day of the year’ but for some people, they may feel blue everyday... Read More
Are you aware of Nightline? a listening, emotional support service run by students for students.
Nightline is a listening, emotional support, information and supplies service, run by students for students. Nightlines are open at... Read More
Mental health care remains public's top 2018 priority
Mental health care is the public’s number one issue that it wants policy makers to focus on for 2018, say Healthwatch.... Read More
Survey for the Northamptonshire Mental Health Stigma Programme.
Aged 14 - 21 and from Northamptonshire?
Here at the Northamptonshire Mental Health Stigma Programme we want to find out about... Read More
Defining Outcomes that matter in Mental Health
Invitation to attend a workshop and help us define outcomes that matter in Mental Health.
As a local system we have spent a... Read More
Support at Christmas - Tips from MIND
Christmas can be a joyful time of year. A chance to see family and friends, exchange gifts and have some fun. But it can also be a... Read More
Alternative Referral Services available for children and young people in distress (CAMHS)
Alternative Referral Services available for children and young people in distress (CAMHS)
The below link provides a table with information... Read More
Invitation for Professionals to attend an Al-Anon Family Group Meeting in Northampton during Alcohol Awareness Week - 13-19th November 2017.
Hope for Families and Friends of Alcoholics
During Alcohol Awareness Week (13-19 November 2017), the theme of which is &lsquo... Read More
1-day Mental Health First Aid for Schools/ Colleges course
Pacesetter Wellbeing Limited are running the 1-day Mental Health First Aid for Schools/ Colleges course at The Bee Hive in Kingsthorpe... Read More
Time2Listen - Office of Northamptonshire Police and Crime Commissioner
Stephen Mold launches Time2Listen consultation
The Time2Listen consultation has been set-up to hear your views of how the police... Read More
General 05th Oct 2017
FAMILY SAFETY AND WELLBEING EVENT at MOULTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
We are holding a Family Safety and Wellbeing event on Tuesday 10th October, 2.30-4.30 - it would be great if you are able to join... Read More
General 18th Sep 2017
Patient survey for the Northamptonshire pharmaceutical needs assessment
We are inviting you to tell us about pharmacy services in your area.
The services we are looking at include local services that you... Read More
Park campus prepares for Northampton’s first ‘death café’ this Halloween
Northampton residents will be able to confront a few social taboos over tea and cake as the town hosts its first ever ‘Death... Read More
Memory Day 2017 DEMENTIA COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Working with people with memory problems and their carers to improve understanding and support. 21st September Grosvenor Shopping Centre Northampton 9am - 6pm
What do you know about Dementia?
Why should I attend?
You can meet individuals and organisations from across... Read More
The BBC Inside Out programme are looking to recruit a family, one of whom will have a disability, to help them with a programme about becoming more active.
The BBC Inside Out programme are looking to recruit a family, one of whom will have a disability, to help them with a programme about... Read More
Sunday 24th September, Oundle School are inviting disabled people, their families, carers and organizations who support them to their bi-annual ‘Have a Go’ day.
On Sunday 24th September, Oundle School are inviting disabled people, their families, carers and organizations who support them to... Read More
English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) issue a new resource!
Today, the English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) reveals a new resource to support those who are new to sport or want... Read More
Wake boarding - A fully funded female empowerment programme for girls ages 14-18 years.
Following the success of our Climbing Minds programme, I’m absolutely delighted to let you know we are now piloting a fully... Read More
TARGET Project at Service Six
TARGET -Targeting And Reducing Grooming, Exploitation & Trading Of Children & Young People Online... Read More
New Action to Promote LGBT Equality
The Government announces new proposals to streamline and de-medicalise the process for changing gender and launches a nationwide LGBT... Read More
Commissioning 0-19 years Public Health Nursing Services Consultation
Northamptonshire County Council is responsible for making sure that all children (aged 0-19) are safe, as healthy as they can, and... Read More
Parent Info -Five tips for starting a new school
Article by http://parentinfo.org/article/five-tips-for-starting-a-new-school
Starting at a new school is one of the... Read More
General 30th Jun 2017
General 28th Jun 2017
I'm still me - A conference tackling homophobic, biphobic, and transphobic bullying in Northamptonshire schools.
A recent conference held in Northamptonshire, tackled the subject of LGBTQ Anti Bullying for Northamptonshire with a number of speakers... Read More
East Midlands Heath and Justice and Community Forensic CAMHS Stakeholder Event on 28th June 2017
We are holding a Heath and Justice and Community Forensic CAMHS Stakeholder Event on 28th June 2017 which is open to all... Read More
Protective Behaviours Training now open for bookings!
A practical and down to earth approach to personal safety that
develops self-awareness and well-being.
Spaces still... Read More
General 07th Jun 2017
Infant Mental Health Awareness Week 12 -16 June 2017!
The UKs inaugural infant mental health awareness week which was launched on the 6th June 2016 continues to open up the conversation... Read More
General 02nd Jun 2017
General 31st May 2017
Early Booking - TaMHS Conference October 9th
Behaviour - Mental Health - 2 Sides of the Same Coin
Mental Health in all our schools!
If you would like to develop provision... Read More
Boys and body image: it’s (not) different for girls
From Parent Info
Body image issues in children and young people have traditionally been thought more likely to affect girls... Read More
NHS Nene CCG is to launch the Communication and Engagement Strategy - Patient representatives needed!
NHS Nene CCG is to launch the Communication and Engagement Strategy and recognises good engagement as being integral to the success... Read More
London Marathon 2017: Inspirational stories beating mental health from the start line
FROM THE BBC WEBSITE
Mike and Linda Kiff
When Mike Kiff sustained a serious shoulder injury while on tour... Read More
This Google executive says he has the secret to happiness,
This Google executive says he has the secret to happiness, a discovery he says was tested when his young son died suddenly on holiday... Read More
Mental health advice - Crisis contacts
Who to contact if you need urgent support in a crisis
Information from Rethink Mental illness We are the largest voluntary... Read More
Things To Do & Days Out In Northamptonshire -Get active for mental wellbeing
Being active is great for your physical health and fitness, and evidence shows that it can also improve your mental wellbeing.
We... Read More
Has Your School Seen Kayleigh's Love Story Yet?
Has your school seen Kayleigh's Love Story yet?
Most of you will now have heard about Kayleigh's Love Story, a short... Read More
Future in Mind Achievements in 2016/17 & Plan for 2017/18
Development of AskNormen Website
Work has commenced on the AskNormen website to enable this to be central to communications... Read More
Its Transgender Day on Friday 31st March
Its Transgender Day on Friday 31st March. Nearly half of Transgender Young People have attempted suicide. Poor mental health... Read More
Applications are now open for the British Youth Council’s sixth Youth Select Committee
Applications are now open for the British Youth Council’s sixth Youth Select Committee. The topic for the 2017 Youth Select... Read More
Sign up for FREE PSHE Association-approved resources for schools
5 video games parents should know about
Difficult conversations
Helping children cope with media coverage of... Read More
Dove Self-Esteem Project from Parent Zone
Parent Zone is delighted to be working with Dove on its acclaimed Self-Esteem Project.
The project has already helped over... Read More
FREE Advocacy Workshop Northampton
Stop Press – Free Advocacy Workshop
Northampton VCS Forum – Wed 8th March, 10am – 12pm
The Deco, Abington... Read More
The Government has responded to the petition – “Make mental health education compulsory in primary and secondary schools.”.
The Government has responded to the petition – “Make mental health education compulsory in primary and secondary schools... Read More
‘What About Me?’ What might attachment support look like during a school day?
‘What About Me?’
What might attachment support look like during a school day?
LOUISE BOMBER TRAINING DAY
&... Read More
Young Adult Carers Workshops
Dates
Next Steps: 15th February
Employment, Education and Training: 28th February
Look after someone?Join us to learn... Read More
Survey by NCC re proposals for charging for care - Closes 1st Feb!
You may want to be aware there is survey by Northamptonshire County Councils re proposals for charging for care ( closes 1st&... Read More
FREE Workshop- Introduction to Workplace Wellbeing Charter
Free workshop that VIN are offering which is an introduction to the Workplace Wellbeing Charter.
The Charter gives employers... Read More
TaMHS programme in schools doing some excellent work!
Havelock Infant School have been engaging with the TaMHS Programme. Look at their Wellbeing Wheels now in place to help their children... Read More
Invaluable Attachment Support training for professionals, educational staff and parents
Adoptionplus is an adoption agency based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.
We offer an adoption placement service, specialist adoption... Read More
Nene CCG invite you to help to review ways they engage and communicate with patients, the public and local community groups
Nene CCG are reviewing the ways in which we engage and communicate with patients, the public and local community groups... Read More
Update: National Suicide Prevention Strategy for England published
The Department of Health has published its latest update on the National Suicide prevention Strategy HERE.
Professor Louis Appleby... Read More
Stop the charge VICTORY: PM to end 'unfair' GP charges for mental health debt forms
The 'unfair' practice of NHS doctors charging people with mental health problems up to £150 to fill in a crucial debt help form... Read More
Fitness apps – a cause for concern in young people?
Advice on how to recognise the signs if you are concerned that your child is taking their use of fitness apps too far.
&... Read More
NSUN recruiting new Trustees -Are you someone who has had experience of mental distress and/or using mental health services? Are you interested in being a Trustee with a unique charity?
NSUN recruiting new Trustees
http://www.nsun.org.uk/about-us/who-we-are/trustee-recruitment/
Are you someone who has had... Read More
Socialise safely this Christmas
As Christmas creeps closer, most people will have at least one festive celebration planned in their calendar.
The joint Prevention... Read More
Healthcare professionals call for more mental health support in pregnancy
A leading maternal health campaigner and Northampton charity has called for maternal mental health checks to become a fundamental... Read More
Mental Health & Debt
We all know that as Christmas approaches, many are worried about how they are going to afford Christmas, as well as paying the usual... Read More
Designing Europe's largest Mental Healthcare facility for young people
It’s a sad reality that mental health issues affect around one in ten young people today. Some children may go on to develop... Read More
General 22nd Nov 2016
Bullying
Bullying
Statistics show that over 56% of young adults have been bullied based on their appearance. Appearance is cited to be the... Read More
Appearance
Appearance
The media has been an influence on how people perceive themselves for as long as it has existed, regardless of whether... Read More
Subjectivity
Subjectivity
In England, statistics show that females are more likely to be diagnosed with mental health conditions than males. Why... Read More
Stress
Stress
For young people between the ages of 10 and 18 stress appears to be something which is inevitable. It is in particular unavoidable... Read More
The Northamptonshire Mental Health Stigma Programme
About MHSP
The Northamptonshire Mental Health Stigma Programme is an NHS and County Council initiative that is driven by young people... Read More
Foundation Protective Behaviours Training, as a tool to address Child Sexual Exploitation and Domestic Abuse in Northamptonshire Schools
This course is open to Head Teachers/ Deputy Head Teachers, DSLs or PSHE Co-ordinators in Northamptonshire Schools. (2 people... Read More
New recruit needed - Senior Lecturer Psychological Therapies at the University of Northampton
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES (FIXED TERM) (UN2232)
Job Type
Full Time Fixed Term
Salary... Read More
Lords defeat government over child protection proposals
Plan to deregulate council social workers is a bad idea that has not been properly evaluated, says Lord Ramsbotham... Read More
General 04th Nov 2016
Urgent and Emergency Care Summary In Northamptonshire
Health and social care partners in Northamptonshire commissioned the development of an Urgent and Emergency Care Strategy for the... Read More
A whole school framework for emotional well being and mental health.
A self-assessment and improvement tool for school leaders
Schools want to provide effective and enjoyable teaching and learning environments... Read More
Anxiety a rising concern in young people contacting Childline
Worrying news comes as Childline marks its 30th anniversary
There has been a sharp rise in young people facing anxiety in the... Read More
General 21st Oct 2016
Lottery win for local mums, dads and babies.
A specialised programme to support new parents and their babies in Northampton and Daventry is to be launched thanks to an award of... Read More
General 06th Oct 2016
Young Healthwatch win an Innovation and Engagement Award.
Another of our Children and Young People projects is award winning and our Young Healthwatch volunteers hosted an East Midlands Masterclass... Read More
Free ANTI-BULLYING workshop for parent carers of disabled children and those with special educational needs (SEN)
When: Tuesday 22nd November 2016, 10am – 2pm Where: The Bee Hive, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton... Read More
Internet Legends 2016-2017 The Internet Legends Tour: how to be safe and epic online
Join the Legends league!
Parent Zone is proud to work with Google once again as the Google Internet Legends assemblies return for... Read More
Together for Short Lives
Moving to Adult Services: What to Expect
This guide is for any young person with a life-threatening condition who is thinking about... Read More
The Good Childhood Report 2016
This is the fifth in a series of annual Good Childhood Reports that The Children’s Society has produced in partnership... Read More
General 07th Sep 2016
Help Develop your Protective Behaviours skills and become a Specialist Practitioner!
Help Develop your Protective Behaviours skills and become a Specialist Practitioner! A four day course starting in January 2017... Read More
Last week for applications! Exciting new role for a service user to co-chair the Adult Mental Health Transformation Board.
We are looking for a service user to co-chair the new Adult Northamptonshire Mental Health Transformation Board.
Adult Mental... Read More
Papyrus - Suicide prevention day 10 September
PAPYRUS will mark this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day on Saturday 10 September... Read More
£50 shopping voucher up for grabs - survey on live chat service supporting young people being developed.
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking to develop an online live chat service, to provide... Read More
Healthwatch Northamptonshire launch two new guides for children and young people
Matthew’s Story
When I was growing up I went to mainstream primary... Read More
‘Stop demonising a space children love’
From Parent Zone
Parent Zone's Rachel Rosen presents her findings
Today, we launched... Read More
A report on the views of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Northamptonshire
The views and opinions of children and young people (CYP) with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are often overlooked... Read More
Solve It are recruiting for a part-time Project and Support Worker.
An opportunity has arisen for a Project and Support Co-ordinator for our 3-2-1 Decision Making Project. This project will address... Read More
Exciting new role for a service user to co-chair the Adult Mental Health Transformation Board.
We are looking for a service user to co-chair the new Adult Northamptonshire Mental Health Transformation Board.
Adult Mental... Read More
Beyond Adversity - a publication from Young Minds
1 in 3 adult mental health conditions relate directly to adverse childhood experiences. It is, therefore, vital that we understand... Read More
CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE EATING DISORDER TRAINING
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has received some funding from NHS England, following its publication of the... Read More
Pokémon Go – a parent's guide
In less than a week of its US release, Pokémon Go has become a gaming phenomenon – the augmented reality game can transform... Read More
Get Resi- Ready Whitemoor Lakes Leaders Taster Weekend.
Get Resi- Ready Whitemoor Lakes Leaders Taster Weekend.
NAYC recognises that residential are the best way... Read More
For all Schools and Parents a free online course if you are worried about online activities your children get up to.
FREE! online course for your school's parents
Resilient Families is a free online parenting course from Parent Zone, part... Read More
Last few spaces Protective Behaviours Training!
Protective Behaviours Training
A practical and down to earth approach to personal safety that develops self-awareness and... Read More
Check out the latest news on TaMHS if you are working in a Northamptonshire school.
The countywide TaMHS Team delivering this programme is made up of representatives from Educational Psychology, Specialist Child &... Read More
Challenging Behaviour Foundation’s Early Intervention Project
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation’s Early Intervention Project has recently produced a resource for family carers... Read More
Stem 4 - Early Identification of commonly occuring mental health issues in Teenagers
STEM4 is a charity aimed at improving teenage mental health by stemming commonly occurring mental health issues at an early stage.... Read More
Keeping Children Safe In Education
Statutory guidance for schools and colleges
Guidance will commence: 5 September 2016
About this guidance... Read More
LGBT Fostering Workshop
Have you ever thought about becoming a foster carer & would like to know more about what is involved? I used to be a respite foster... Read More
No Panic’s Beginner’s Guide to Anxiety and Panic
Helpline 0844 967 4848 (Everyday 10:00am - 10:00pm, Charge: 5p a minute + your access charge)
Youth Helpline... Read More
Calling all primary schools and parents.
Calling all primary schools and parents.
New from Parent Zone! DigiDog!
Our new Online Safety mascot DigiDog... Read More
Helping your child cope with exam stress
From the Parent Info Website
Study leave has started for lots of pupils around the country and if your child is one of them... Read More
Special Needs Index (SNIX)
What is the Special Needs Index?
The Special Needs Index (SNIX) is an electronic database of information about young people&... Read More
Universal Public Health Services for 0-19 year olds
What is this about?Northamptonshire County Council would like to know your views about future changes we want to make to the health... Read More
Drawing and Talking: A Jungian Approach with Children and Adolescents
'For all those who have trained in Drawing & Talking this is a chance to delve deeper... Read More
Mental Health Awareness Week 2016 takes place from 16-22 May, with the theme of relationships.
From the Mental Health Foundation.
Why relationships?
Since our first Mental Health Awareness Week in 2000 we have helped generate... Read More
Shared Voice Network - For people who use mental health services.
Shared Voice Network are running forums in different areas of Northamptonshire for people who use Mental Health services. The forums... Read More
Youth Ambition Awards
Back for the fourth year, the Youth Ambition Awards are an annual celebration of children and young people... Read More
Susan Calman writes her first book on how she deals with depression
Susan Calman is a well known comedian and writer who has appeared on countless radio and television programmes. Her solo stand up... Read More
Building a Bridge of Trust The role of peer education in tackling Child Sexual Exploitation
Introduction
I’m delighted to introduce this report on ‘Building a Bridge of Trust’ at a time when the issue of... Read More
John Hellins Primary School Wellbeing Wordle Winners
To promote and further introduce its children to the importance of physical, emotional and mental health, John Hellins Primary School... Read More
Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children's Board - Booking now for workshops.
The Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children's Board (NSCB) have now set the topic for the next 2 sets of Thematic Workshops taking... Read More
Live Webinar - Dealing With Exam Stress
Live webinar but sessions are recorded so you can access them at your own convenience
Stressed about your GCSE’s? Anxious... Read More
Patients and Carers - an important survey looking into the care of young people who have self harmed, had an eating disorder, depression or anxiety.
Link to the survey here Read More
New drop-in centre in Northampton has opened to help young people find work or training.
Asylum seekers awaiting accommodation and young people leaving care will now be able to use a new drop-in centre in Northampton.... Read More
Get Connected Week
Get Connected is a new campaign aimed at helping people feel more connected in their local communities.
Get Connected Week takes... Read More
Dementia Connect
Dementia Connect is Alzheimer's Society's new and improved dementia services directory for anyone affected by dementia... Read More
Mental Health & Debt 2016
Martin launches the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute
Having planned it for years, Martin's founded the big new Money... Read More
Setting safety and privacy settings for social media apps
From - Parent INFO
Facebook
Minimum age: 13
Facebook’s privacy settings let your child control who sees... Read More
Take the family out for some fun in the fresh air this Easter in Northamptonshire's Country Parks.
Make leisure time a priority. Do things for no other reason than that it feels good to do them. Go and see a funny film, take... Read More
Mental health badge launched for Girl Guides
From the BBC website
Girl Guides across the UK will be able to take a new badge in mental well-being and resilience... Read More
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: diagnosis and management
NICE Guidance
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children over... Read More
When a negative body image becomes a mental health condition
Body image in the digital age
From Parent Info
Recent research from YMCA revealed that 34% of teenage boys and 49% of teenage... Read More
Online porn and the government’s plans for protecting children
The UK government has published Child Safety Online: Age Verification for Pornography, a consultation on ways to bring the... Read More
School Nurse and Health Visitor Survey - What do you want for your Child?
Calling all parents/carers of children 0-19years.
Over the next 2 weeks a survey is being run and your help in completeing it is... Read More
Schools are increasingly turning to mindfulness as a way of helping pupils relax, concentrate, and avoid distractions
Claire Kelly, director at the Mindfulness in Schools Project, explains what mindfulness is, how it can help and how parents can lead... Read More
DfE to utilise technology in school mental health drive
Internet and mobile phone technology will be central to government plans for young people to provide mental health support for... Read More
Want to test your knowledge of mental health and stigma?
About mental health
Taken from the Time to change website
These key facts and statistics about mental health... Read More
Northamptonshire Early Help Clinics are back! locality based early help support
Early Help Clinics
Back by popular demand, the Northamptonshire Early Help Clinics return for another round of practical, locality... Read More
Inaugural Victim and Witness Conference
Inaugural Victim and Witness Conference
“The Big Conversation”
Wednesday 2nd March 2016 Saints Rugby Club,... Read More
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IS TAKING PLACE ON FRIDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2016
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IS TAKING PLACE ON FRIDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2016
It's a day where schools (including primary... Read More
Northamptonshire Police sign up to Blue Light mental health pledge
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Police has today shown its commitment to tackling mental health stigma in the workplace by signing the Blue Light... Read More
Have your say on Adult Mental Health Services
NHS Nene and Corby CCGs and Northamptonshire County Council are working together to developing a new mental health strategy... Read More
Emma Nielsen – Mind your ‘C’s and ‘S’s: The Language of Self-harm and Suicide (and why it matters)
Taken from the Institute of mental health (IMS) blog Nottingham.
We all say things that we don’t mean sometimes. Perhaps... Read More
ChatHealth, the NHS school nurse messaging service for young people.
ChatHealth has launched! - the NHS school nurse messaging service which became available to young people within Northamptonshire... Read More
Climbing Minds - Supporting young children
Welcome to Climbing Minds
For the last 3 years, iDID has been working in Northampton supporting young people with additional needs... Read More
New Psychoactive Substance 'Legal Highs' Debate - Does Legal Mean Safe?
On 13th January 2016, Solve It hosted a debate just prior to the release of the New Psychoactive Substance Bill due in April 2016.... Read More
Early Help Local Leaders Event
We are delighted to invite you to ‘Early Help Local Leaders’ event in Room 15 in County Hall, Northampton from... Read More
Domestic violence and abuse referrals now being accepted for children and young people!
The MPower Programme
A Domestic Abuse Programme for Young People Aged 11-16
 ... Read More
Children plagued by low self-esteem and loneliness
New figures show a 9% increase of counselling sessions for children with low self-esteem, according to ChildLine as the service... Read More
An Important Announcement from Service Six.
Dear Partners,
Supporting Services Contract Referrals
You will be aware that the proposed Council plan and budget for... Read More
I’m Still Me Conference Celebrating difference and preventing & tackling homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying in schools in Northamptonshire
Tuesday 9 February 2016
The Cube, Corby
9.00am - 3.30pm
BOOKING OPEN NOW
A free one day conference - organised by the Northamptonshire... Read More
New guide for parents who are coping with their child’s self-harm: ‘You are not alone’
Self-harm is very common in young people, with 10-15% of young people in the UK reporting that they self-harm. It can leave families... Read More
Legal Highs and Young People - Does Legal Mean Safe?
Are you a parent or professional that has concerns over legal highs? Solve It are a small charity based in Kettering with the sole... Read More
just published the new adult social care web pages
Sometimes family member concerns can cause a negative impact on the emotional wellbeing of a child. If you have any concerns about... Read More
What do you think? Have your say on Adult Mental Health Services in Northamptonshire.
NHS Nene and Corby CCGs and Northamptonshire County Council are working together to developing a new mental health strategy for Northamptonshire... Read More
Happy Christmas from the Ask Normen Team
We would like to wish all of our visitors to the Ask Normen website, readers and supporters, a very Happy Christmas and a very healthy... Read More
The C*Word
The C* Word is a Northamptonshire Library and Information Service project connecting teenagers and young adults (TYA) affected by... Read More
Video Interaction Guidance - VIG
Northamptonshire Educational Psychology Service
“I hug my Mum more”
“I wanted to be more aware of the good... Read More
Parents reminded about Safer Sleep for babies this Christmas
Public health experts are warning parents to remember the importance of safe sleeping for babies ahead of the Christmas season.
Officials... Read More
Free Conference re BEHAVIOUR
Restorative Approaches in Schools.
Monday 22nd February 2016.
2 Alternative sessions 9-12.30am and 1 - 4.30pm. - At... Read More
NHFT Newsletter Nov 2015
Children and Young People’s Community Health Services Transformation within Northamptonshire.
WELCOME... Read More
Children and Young People’s Referral Management Centre (RMC) - Update
On Monday 14th September 2015, the RMC expanded to accept an increased range of referrals for children and young people&rsquo... Read More
Local Transformation Plan
Future in Mind
‘Future in mind’ is a government report that sets out the case for change in delivery of... Read More
NHFT wants to find out if recent changes to services for children and young people has improved!
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) provides Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) across Northamptonshire... Read More
Northamptonshire Joint Protocol on children who run away or go missing from home or care.
The Children’s Society ‘Still Running’ survey1 estimated that around 100,000 children aged 14 and 15 run away from... Read More
Building resilience in children and young people
This is all available to help any adults who are working with children and young people. Do you know any children or young people... Read More
I N V I T A T I O N
During Alcohol Awareness Week 16-22nd November 2015 the Al-Anon Family Groups in Northampton are ‘opening’ their... Read More
Free information for autistic adults and their families in Northampton
The National Autistic Society (NAS) is inviting local adults on the autism spectrum, their families and carers to a free information... Read More
Save the Date: Northamptonshire Mental Health Awareness Day 2016
Show your commitment to stamping out mental health stigma and get involved in Northamptonshire Mental Health Awareness day, taking... Read More
Congratulations Healthwatch Northamptonshire.
Healthwatch Northamptonshire has just been shortlisted for an East Midlands Academic Health Science Network, Innovation in Healthcare... Read More
New FREE Service for schools
New free service for schools!
Expert information to help children and young people stay safe online, for schools to host on their... Read More
School Nurses - Working with you to keep your child healthy.
School Nursing Service
Referral Management Centre 0300 1111022
Overview
We are here to help promote the physical, mental... Read More
Teachers this is for you! A competition for your pupils.
COMPETITION: WIN A PSHE WELLBEING PROGRAMME (WORTH £200 + VAT)
The prize includes:
A 1-year licence to deliver Pacesetter... Read More
Settling back into school, or finding it a bit stressful?
We only get one shot at growing up, but now it’s tougher than ever. School stress, bullying, sexual pressure, no jobs and then... Read More
A debate to highlight the issues Northamptonshire face as a county, surrounding New Psychoactive Substances
A debate to highlight the issues Northamptonshire face as a county, surrounding New Psychoactive Substances is being organised... Read More
Healthy Child Project tackles child obesity - Schools needed to take part!
The Healthy Child Project is an initiative run by Northamptonshire County... Read More
Northamptonshire's Transformation Plans -Children and Young People Health And Wellbeing.
Future in Mind
‘Future in mind’ is a government report that sets out the case for change... Read More
Children and Young People’s Referral Management Centre Expansion
Going Live – Monday 14 September 2015
Children and Young People’s Referral Management Centre Expansion
To now... Read More
Legal Highs - Solve it is here to help!
Who we are: Solve It
Delivering Services to: Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Northampton, Daventry, East Northants, South Northants... Read More
The Good Child Report from the Children's Society
The Good Child Report 2015 is the fourth in a series of annual reports published by The Children’s Society about how children... Read More
Solihull approach training courses and a free course 'Babies in mind' for parents
Solihull Approach 2 Day Foundation Course
The Solihull Approach is a nationally recognised and locally endorsed theoretical approach... Read More
New open access service for victims and witnesses.
OPEN ACCESS Whatever the crime, whenever it happened we will believe you, we will listen to you & we will be there for you. REACH... Read More
42 days to raise £75,000 - IDID needs your help!
http://www.ididadventure.co.uk/northampton
Hi friends,
We’re building a climbing centre!
As you already know about... Read More
ADHD Matters launches new website.
ADHD Matters Supported by Autism Concern and Northamptonshire County Council is a service offering information, advice and guidance... Read More
Single Point Of Referral - Coming Soon!
COMING SOON! Single point of referral for emotional wellbeing and mental health services for children and young people – for... Read More
The Big White Wall
About Big White Wall
A safe online community of people who are anxious, down or not coping who support and help each other by... Read More
It's Ok to be Gay! - Lush soap selling in Northampton to support LGBTQ
Homophobia is still a large issue here in Northamptonshire leading to suicide and Self Harm, poor mental health outcomes and the use... Read More
National Autistic Society Launch Biggest Survey Ever!
You may have seen this week that the NAS (National Autistic Society) has launched a new survey to support their biggest ever campaign... Read More
CSE Toolkit, Conference Video's and Presentations Now on Ask Normen
A range of materials from the CSE Conference including video's useful documents and powerpoint presentations are... Read More
Huge response to mental health taskforce survey
The recently established Mental Health Taskforce has received an astonishing response to its call for the views of service users,... Read More
New dementia play with comical twist comes to Northamptonshire venues next month
A new play, which explores the reality of life for people who care for loved ones suffering from dementia, will be coming to Northamptonshire... Read More
Child Sexual Exploitation
Northamptonshire CSE Toolkit Launch
The Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children Board and NHS are today holding a conference in... Read More
Protective Behaviours Training and Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness Raising for Northamptonshire
Fully funded places available for 2 senior members of staff in Northamptonshire schools to receive a 2 Day PB training, CSE Awareness... Read More
Transforming Lives Affected by Domestic Abuse.
On Friday the 15th May, Nene Valley Family Refuge launched its new branding and logo at a Thanksgiving Service at Abington Avenue... Read More
Mental Health Awareness Week,Male Celebs Open Up In Powerful Video To Show Emotions Don't Emasculate
Suicide is the cause of death for a quarter of males aged 20-34. - View our excellent resources at http://www.asknormen.... Read More
FREE Webinars - 'First Steps' for pregnant mothers and parents with an under-five.
Lisa Pearson works for the Northampton Wellbeing Service, improving access to psychological therapies (Iapt) as a Wellbeing Practitioner... Read More
NEWSFLASH!
Tonight at 18:30 BBC Look East will be running a 2.5 minute piece on childhood depression and the impact in Northamptonshire. It includes... Read More
NorPIP Bike Ride Friday 1st May 6pm – 8.30pm
Silverstone opens its gates for annual bike ride – Alex Waller Saints Player to open the event!
If you’ve been wondering... Read More
We want to know what young people feel and understand about Domestic Abuse.
Competition!
1st Prize iPad Mini
Domestic Abuse -What does it mean to you?
We want to know what young people feel and understand... Read More
University of Northampton support children who have witnessed domestic violence.
The University of Northamptonshire has just launched an excellent Art Exhibition from a pan European project to support children who... Read More
Depression Awareness Week - 20th -26th April
Depression Awareness week 2015 is taking place 20th - 26th April.
Depression Alliance brings people together to end the loneliness... Read More
VOICE Northamptonshire supports victims and witnesses of crime in the county
REACH OUT - INFORM - SUPPORT - EMPOWER
Being a victim of, or witness to, a crime can feel devastating. People often tell us they... Read More
Young Citizen Scheme at Daventry's UTC
Hundreds of children from primary schools across Daventry District and South Northamptonshire enjoyed a fun-packed day of activities... Read More
Fathers support group for parents of children with ADHD and Additional needs
It is with great pleasure that I can tell you about a new Fathers support group for parents of children with ADHD and Additional needs... Read More
Self Harm and Suicidal ideation Conference March 2015
Thursday 26th March saw our Self Harm Champions come together again to host two self-harm and suicidal ideation conferences in... Read More
Head to your local country park for an egg-cellent Easter family event
A range of family-friendly events will take place at country parks across Northamptonshire this Easter.
Take the children out and... Read More
Mental Health Charter for Sport and Recreation.
Clarke Carlisle: 'No shame' over December suicide bid
Former defender Clarke Carlisle has said he feels "no shame" about his ... Read More
The Children and Young People’s Mental Health Taskforce report has been published
The report makes a number of proposals the government wishes to see by 2020. These include tackling stigma and improving attitudes... Read More
Child mental health services 'face overhaul'
Mental health services for children and young people in England need a "complete overhaul", says the government.
It follows a review... Read More
National Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness Day - 18th March
On March 18th 2015, we want the world to unite against child sexual exploitation.
Research into CSE shows that there is... Read More
FREE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING SESSIONS
CAN Young People’s Team
The sessions will provide participants with the knowledge to help others understand their drug use,... Read More
Is the internet encouraging children to self harm?
Majority (60%) of 11-14-year-olds have shared self-harm images online
Half of children who viewed images said they 'felt... Read More
Free post adoption counselling service in Northamptonshire.
The counselling service is a free, independent and confidential service that gives you the opportunity to discuss your feelings in... Read More
Are you suffering from Anxiety? Then sign up for a FREE Webinar now!
Designed by a psychological well-being practitioner for the NHS in Northants and a Doctor, these online groups provide support, education... Read More
Duchess of Cambridge speaks out about child mental health.
The Duchess of Cambridge has recorded a video message in support of the first ever Children's Mental Health Week.
She says that stigma... Read More
Today Is Northamptonshires Mental Health Awareness Day!
Great to see The Saints 'Talk Out Loud' about mental health issues.
Help us to promote mental health awareness at #stampoutstigma... Read More
One in seven children admit to bullying online
One in seven (15 per cent) children has bullied others online, according to a survey published by Action for Children today.... Read More
Protective Behaviours Network Meeting
‘PBs in Practice’
Monday 9th February, 2015
4.15pm – 6.00pm
Gloucester Nursery School, Camborne Close, Delapre... Read More
The 'C' Word - Speaking up for all Young People affected by Cancer.
New Northamptonshire Service
11am – 1pm, Saturday 24th January 2015
Northamptonshire Central Library
Launch Events: &lsquo... Read More
What is the state of children's mental health today?
Official national data is a decade old, but others point to an increase in mental health problems among young people and ‘historically... Read More
Schools 'struggling to cope' with students self-harming
Schools are struggling to deal with rising numbers of students self-harming, two major teaching unions say.
The number of pupils... Read More
Are you a young person looking to make a difference in Northamptonshire?
Young People’s LSCB
What is the Young People’s LSCB
The young people’s LSCB are a group of young people who meet... Read More
New Year New Courses.
Have a look at some new courses for 2015.
Northampton Association of Youth Clubs
Challenging Behaviour Awareness.
Venue: ... Read More
Happy New Year from the Ask Normen Team
Happy New Year!
The Ask Normen team have had a busy year, so just a quick look back at what we got up to with your help in... Read More
Happy Christmas From the Ask Normen Team! And some good news for 2015!
Mental Health Task Force Announced
The Deputy Prime Minister announces that he will establish and chair a new Mental Health... Read More
Services for children and young people (0-25) with special educational needs and disabilities
The Northamptonshire County Council Local Offer publishes services available for children and young people (aged 0-25) with special... Read More
General 15th Dec 2014
Launch of Children and Young People's Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Strategy
December is always a busy month, and for those of you who have not seen the strategy yet, take a look, it covers:
Prevention and... Read More
IMPORTANT INFORMATION If you make referrals for Video Interaction Guidance and Theraplay.
Video Interaction Guidance
As from 1st December 2014 Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) referrals for direct work with families... Read More
Parents of children in Northampton with an autistic spectrum disorder can take part in major study.
Parents of children in Northampton with an autistic spectrum disorder are being asked to take part in a major study that will help... Read More
Emotional health in childhood ‘is the key to future happiness’
After investigating the factors in a person’s life that can best predict whether they will lead satisfied lives, a team headed... Read More
TAKE ACTION & SUPPORT YOUNG ADULT CARER WORKSHOP EVENTS
FREE EVENTThis is an event put on by Northamptonshire Young Carers via Take Action & Support.
INFORMATION & ADVISE You can... Read More
Anti Bullying Week 17 - 21 November
Every year the Anti-Bullying Alliance coordinate national Anti-Bullying Week; a week where children and young people, schools, parents... Read More
Friendships and Relationships - View the Christmas John Lewis advert.
They are inseparable, playing football and hide-and-seek together. But Monty is sad because he wants a "special friend". So on Christmas... Read More
Guidance for Promoting Positive Mental Health with Looked After Children in Northamptonshire Schools
Guidance and examples of helpful practice in Northamptonshire has been launched!
This document includes pupil views, why... Read More
Clocks change - and how can I help my baby's sleep routine?
Lots of mums ask for advice on helping their little ones to stick to a sleep routine when the clocks change. We've come... Read More
Improve your emotional health and wellbeing, get out and about for half term.
We all know that keeping fit and active has a very positive effect on the way we feel, and helps us with our emotional health and... Read More
Self Harm Conference video clips
We are very pleased to share with you some very informative short video clips from the self harm conference.
So instead of having... Read More
What's Worrying you?
Just as people’s bodies can become unwell, people’s minds can become unwell too. Mental health problems are more common... Read More
#MakeTime for friends
Three of your classmates will experience a mental health problem
You might be surprised to hear that. And, though this kind... Read More
University of Northampton launches intervention Programme for child victims of domestic abuse
About UNARS
The UNARS intervention programme is part of a two-year European research project. The UNARS team has interviewed nearly... Read More
Blue Shirt Day today - help the world to stop bullying!
Blue Shirt Day® World Day Of Bullying Prevention 2014
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month and to signify... Read More
Today sees hundreds of professionals attending a conference on Self Harm in Kettering
Self-harm has been a key issue not only for young people in our county (Northamptonshire) but indeed has been an area on the rise... Read More
Shocking gaps in UK Maternal Mental Health Services
Everyone’s Business
More than 1 in 10 women develop a mental illness during pregnancy or within the first year after having... Read More
The Impact of parental poverty on infant mental health
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist in Gloucestershire CAMHS Robin Balbernie discusses the impact of parental poverty... Read More
Call for teachers and health workers to have training to spot signs of distress in children
Teachers and frontline health workers should have basic training to spot the signs of distress in children and young people, which... Read More
Stanion Complementary Therapies Group presents non-religious meditation techniques
Stanion Complementary Therapies Group presents
A group meeting at Stanion Methodist Church, 10 Chapel Lane, Stanion, NN14 1BZ... Read More
Bullying - help is at hand!
Knowing or suspecting that your child is being bullied can be very upsetting, but there are many things you can do to resolve the... Read More
Book your training now - Targeted Mental Health in Schools Programme (TaMHS)
An amazing selection of courses are now available to book from September to November and beyond. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/tamhs... Read More
Back to School!
Banish last-minute panics with our handy guide from Net Mums, covering the all-important considerations to help you get back into... Read More
Childhood depression does exist!
Dealing with depression in children
If you feel your child is suffering from depression, it can be hard to know what to do.
"The... Read More
About to change school and lacking in confidence?
Lots of people suffer with the occasional crisis of confidence, but for some people, lacking confidence almost becomes ingrained in... Read More
Depression hits the news again!
The world is mourning the passing of Robin Williams today, although we do not know the full facts, he was reported to be battling... Read More
Social Care, Health changes and Funding
The National Autistic Society is running FREE information days to talk to carers and families of people on the autism spectrum about... Read More
Make Your Voice Count
Healthwatch Northamptonshire is the consumer champion for everyone who uses health and social care services in the county
One of... Read More
Straight Allies Campaign launches in August
This year's Umbrella Fair will see the launch of the Straight Allies Campaign from Northampton Borough Council's LGBTQ Forum.  ... Read More
2015 GSK IMPACT Awards are now open for applications
About the awards
The GSK IMPACT Awards have been running since 1997 and are designed to recognise and reward charities that are doing... Read More
Mental Health Act Code of Practice consultation launched.
The consultation on proposed changes to the Code of Practice: Mental Health Act (1983), has been launched.
Take part and have your... Read More
NHS England improves access to mental health services for children and young people
NHS England is taking urgent action to improve access to specialised inpatient mental health services for children and young people... Read More
New guidance helps teachers to identify bad behaviour from poor mental health.
New guidance published today by the government will help teachers better identify underlying mental health problems in young people... Read More
How to involve your child in being healthy
Children are more likely to keep to a healthy lifestyle if it's made fun for them. Here are some ideas for how to help them prepare... Read More
Summer is here! Get fit, get healthy, feel happier
Summer is here, and although we never know whether it will be wet or dry, there is thankfully a greater likelihood that we can enjoy... Read More
Self Harm and Suicidal Ideation conference -Thursday 2 October at Kettering Conference Centre
Dear colleagues,
As you are all aware, self-harm has been a key issue not only for young people in our county, but indeed has been... Read More
Isebrook Hospital launches Children's Referral Management Centre
Referral Management Centre
As part of the ongoing transformation of children and young people's specialist health services, NHFT... Read More
Increasing Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Wellbeing Teams
The Changing Minds IAPT Wellbeing Teams provide an innovative and person centered service for individuals in Northamptonshire, who... Read More
Self-harm rate triples among teenagers in England
The number of teenagers who have self-harmed has tripled in the last decade in England, a new survey suggests.
The Health Behaviour... Read More
About street drugs
This information is for anyone who wants to know about the effects of street drugs on mental health, including anyone who takes them... Read More
Autism Newsletter
Have a look at the latest newsletter from the National Autistic Society’s- National Brokerage Project http://www.... Read More
Having trouble with your teen?
Do you live in Northamptonshire with a teenager aged 12-16 years?
Is this your family?
Other parents don’t seem to have... Read More
Sporting Stars Support Health and Wellbeing Event in Northamptonshire.
NHS Nene Clinical Commissioning Group organised a family fun day yesterday and the Ask Normen team attended to promote health... Read More
Trust opens the doors to new Referral Management Centre
A new Referral Management Centre (RMC), which will help to ensure children and young people are seen by the right professionals with... Read More
Mental Health First Aid England
Mental Health First Aid is an educational course which teaches people how to identify, understand and help a person who may be developing... Read More
Family Fun Day in Northampton
NHS Nene Clinical Commissioning Group is running a family fun day to promote health and wellbeing. The day will include sporting and... Read More
Independence and Diversity in Disability - iDID need your help
iDID are trying to assess whether there is currently a need for a mentor programme for deaf and disabled young adults (14-25) in Northamptonshire... Read More
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 2014
Mental Health Awareness Week 2014 takes place from 12-18 May. This year's theme is Anxiety.
Everyone has feelings of anxiety... Read More
Supporting parents develop a loving and secure attachment to their babies.
NorPIP - The Northamptonshire Parent Infant Partnership.
NorPIP's mission is: To promote an emotionally healthy society by focusing... Read More
The Early Years Matter - The Health Visitors perspective.
There is much scientific evidence that suggests the first 3 years of a child’s life and their experiences in those years are... Read More
The number of children with mental health problems being treated on adult wards in England is rising
More under 18s were cared for on adult mental health wards in the first eight months of 2013-14, than in the whole of the previous... Read More
Northampton Youth Forum need your help!
Northampton's Youth Forum is the town's youth council. They have elected and co-opted representatives of young people who... Read More
Everyone gets stressed during exams but it's important not to let it get out of control.
Exams...
A little bit of stress can be a good thing as it motivates us to knuckle down and work hard. But exams can make stress... Read More
Mental health help 'needed in schools'
A new website is being launched to help adults spot the warning signs of mental health problems in children.
In Scrubbing Up this... Read More
Emotional support for young carers
Young carers are children and young people under 18 who provide, or intend to provide, personal care, assistance or support... Read More
Depression - Children and young people suffer too!
If you're suffering from depression, you're not alone – nearly 80,000 children and young people suffer from severe depression... Read More
Worries and anxieties: information for young people
We all get frightened or worried from time to time. Usually fear is a good thing as it keeps us from getting too close to danger.... Read More
Digital Parenting checklists
Vodaphone help parents with digital parenting
The technology timeline for kids and teens is far from straightforward. Not every seven... Read More
We are urging Young People to ask: ‘Is A&E for me?'
A new campaign urging young people in Northamptonshire to check whether they really need to go to A&E has launched today.The campaign... Read More
Help for Self Harmers
Self harm is an issue that is growing among children and young people across the country and sadly Northamptonshire... Read More
Mental Health Stigma Programme - Arts Competition,Winners Announced!
MHSP Arts Competition 2014
2014 WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
The Mental Health Stigma Programme, in partnership with the NHS & Northamptonshire... Read More
Half Term Fun for Kids in Northamptonshire
Want some great ideas for the kids to keep active this half term?
There is plenty going on in Northamptonshire, here are a few ideas... Read More
Get Connected
Get Connected is the UK's free, confidential helpline for young people under 25 who need help and don't know where to turn... Read More
Health and Wellbeing event for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) people
Friday February 14th 2014 in Northamptonshire
12pm – 4pm
The Great Hall, Guildhall
Northampton, NN1 1DE
In association... Read More
Seasonal affective disorder
With seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a person's depression becomes worse with certain seasons, usually... Read More
Extended Deadline! Consultation -needs and preferences of children & young people
Dear Stakeholders of Children’s and Young People’s Health Services,
Consultation on the needs and preferences of children... Read More
NEWSFLASH!
Dear Parents and Carers
We have today received information from a local secondary school, that this morning two of their boys... Read More
NHFT Children’s Services – Have Your Say
If you are a child or young person using health services in Northamptonshire, or a parent or carer of a child or young person, we... Read More
Strictly Come Dancing star and rugby player Ben Cohen to open KidsAid House.
An Invitation to the official opening of KidsAid House by Ben Cohen.
The children’s charity Kidsaid has moved to a new H.Q,&... Read More
Children and young people carers have a new support team.
The carers support staff previously employed by the Nene Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and the Northamptonshire Healthcare... Read More
Northamptonshire Primary School Application deadline is 15th January!
Primary school applications
Applications for primary school admissions in Northamptonshire - September 2014 are currently... Read More
Top 10 ways to beat the post-Christmas blues
Stay happy after Christmas
The post-Christmas period can leave many of us feeling down. Back to work blues, an empty social calendar... Read More
Disabilities and additional needs - Parents top tips for dealing with the festive season.
Northants Parent Forum group are a group of parents / carers who all have children with disabilities and additional needs. They work... Read More
December 27th - 31st Twixtmas 5 days to change your world!
Welcome to the five days of Twixtmas where you are being encouraged to make the most of this valuable time.
Help spread health... Read More
Give us your views on the future of children & young people's mental health services
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam... Read More
Have your say on NCC budget consultation - Public Health and Wellbeing
A new emphasis on public health and wellbeing underpins several key proposals published on 10th December as part of Northamptonshire... Read More
Have your say on Northamptonshire County Council budget consultation - Public Health and Wellbeing
A new emphasis on public health and wellbeing underpins several key proposals published on 10th December as part of Northamptonshire... Read More
Employment, education and training event for 16-25 year olds in Northamptonshire
Apprenticeship and Job Fairs 2014
Incorporating The Skills Show Experience.
Employment, education and training event for 16-25... Read More
Tips to help you survive the festive season and be mentally healthy.
Plan ahead
Leaving all your preparations for Christmas until the last minute can cause unnecessary stress, but planning ahead... Read More
HIV Testing Week (22-29 November 2013) and World AIDS Day in Northamptonshire
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) has joined forces with Northamptonshire County Council, local HIV support... Read More
i-HOP
i-HOP is a national one-stop information and advice service to support all professionals in working with children and families of... Read More
Anti Bullying Week 18th - 22nd November 2013
It’s Anti bullying week! 18th – 22nd November 2013
Beatbullying is a safe social networking site for peer mentoring... Read More
The 1001 Critical Days
We are delighted to share with you a very important cross-party manifesto highlighting the importance for children of the conception... Read More
Neenor Neenor!
Jam in the Hood is a special project that gives young people the chance to work with, and learn more about, the police and their partners... Read More
Have fun and be Happy on Bonfire night.
Our emotional well-being is very important.and having fun can lift our mood and help us to feel happy.
Did you know
Over 550 children... Read More
Rainy Day Ideas - Don't let the rain get you down!
Here are some great ideas to help you and the kids enjoy a wonderful autumn and half term.
So enjoy the showers and have wet weather... Read More
M-PACT Comes to Northamptonshire!
Moving Parents and Children Together (M-PACT) is a structured programme for children living with parental substance misuse (alcohol... Read More
Less Technology, More Happiness?
Is technology having an effect on our relationship with our children?
Interesting stats from Time magazine find that:
68% of users... Read More
Healthwatch Northamptonshire and Fan Join forces to form community action group
Healthwatch Northamptonshire has joined forces with FAN Northants, to host an event on Monday 28th October, at The Jeffery Room, The... Read More
Commissioners publish Children and Young Peoples survey results
NHS Nene Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and NHS Corby Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are publishing a report containing research... Read More
Workshop held to commence the re-design of community services for children and young people
An engagement workshop took place on 8 October 2013 at Kettering Conference Centre to commence the re-design of community services... Read More
Support for all disability young people groups in Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire Association Of Youth Clubs - www.nayc.org
We run on a consultation bases and we see where we can help and support... Read More
International Coming Out Day 2013
International Coming Out Day 2013
Fri 11 Oct - Northampton Museum - Celebration open to all! http://www.fannorthants... Read More
VIG and Theraplay Service - Video Interaction Guidance Training
The VIG and Theraplay service is promoting the delivery of training in Video Interaction Guidance (VIG), within Northamptonshire.... Read More
The Northamptonshire Baby Room Project
Northamptonshire Young Healthy Minds Partnership has agreed as part of its First Years of Life initiative to commission Northamptonshire... Read More
Northamptonshire Young Carers Service
The Northamptonshire Young Carers Service supports children and young people who are in a caring role. This means that they are... Read More
Serenity Sexual Assault Referral Centre wins an award
Serenity Sexual Assault Referral Centre has won an award for Health Improvement for Sexually Abused Children.
Serenity&rsquo... Read More
Are the kids starting to get bored yet?
Are the kids starting to get a bit bored this holiday? There are lots of exciting activities taking place across Northamptonshire... Read More
Free event - 'In Conversation With Peter Tatchell'
Australian born British political activist Peter Thatcham has a well-deserved international reputation for his tireless campaigning... Read More
Parents, Carers and Professionals - have your say
The NHS and the County Council are currently reviewing emotional well-being and mental health services in Northamptonshire. They are... Read More
Time for Change Grant Opportunities
Mental Health Charity Time to Change has announced that it has additional grant funds available. Grants have been made available to... Read More
Service Six Youth Counselling Service Significantly Reduces Waiting Times
Northamptonshire charity, Service Six, see hundreds of children, young people and adults for play therapy and counselling services... Read More
Silent Tears Project increases capacity for young people living with domestic violence/abuse
The Silent Tears Group is aimed at young people who live or have lived within families where domestic violence/Abuse is prevalent.... Read More
Have you heard of Zippy?
Zippy’s Friends is an international wholeclass programme for 5-7 year-old children. It will effectively teach children social... Read More
NICE guidance launched on social anxiety disorder
The National Insitutue of Clincial Excellence has produced recent guidance to help professionals understand social anxiety disorder... Read More
The Out There Youth Group
The lowdown provides youth support for 14 to 18 year olds who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender and also for those who are... Read More
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Children's Mental Health Week 2024!
Join us in taking part in Children's Mental Health Week in Northamptonshire, Monday 5th - Sunday 11th February 2024. The theme for the week is 'My Voice Matters'
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