FOR PARENTS AND CARERS

Action for Children
Helping young people to express how they feel

Bounce Forward
Free online resilience-building sessions online

British Psychological Society guide on talking to children
BPS have acted quickly in producing a guide on the importance of talking to children, and what is best to say here and other useful tips, advice and links to articles that you might find helpful in dealing with the effects of the pandemic here

Carers UK guide
Carers and young carers will face extra challenges during isolation periods, so Carers UK have prepared a guide.

Early Intervention Foundation
Supporting children’s social and emotional wellbeing as they return to school

Every Mind Matters
Mental wellbeing whilst staying at home – mental health guide from Public Health England.
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Home Office
Advice and guidance to help parents keep children safe online

Maudsley Charity
Families Under Pressure

MindEd
Free learning resources for families

MindUP
Free resources and activities for families

National Autistic Society
Covid-19 guidance and helpline for parents, young people and staff
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NSPCC
Advice for parents, lockdown and separated parents

Partnership for Children
Free downloadable activities designed to help children to explore their feelings and find positive coping strategies

Practical AAC communication resources
A variety of learning resource tips for those with communication needs, and resources for explaining coronavirus to those with severe communication needs
Dealing with the Covid-19 Pandemic
Support for families during school closures

Place2Be
Guide to helping parents answer questions from their children and to support family wellbeing
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Public Health England
New guidance for parents and carers on supporting children and young people’s mental health.

Scouts UK
List of activities and instructions on indoor activity for children

YoungMinds
Parent-to-parent guide to getting through coronavirus for parents and carers