Wellbeing
Wellbeing information for parents, carers and siblings. Originally released as part of Wellbeing Wednesday on the WellChild Family Tree.
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Reading Well
Book recommendations for children and adults to help your health and wellbeing.
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Black History Month Resources
In celebration of Black History Month, we’ve compiled stories of inspirational Black disabled people today and throughout history. We have also included helpful organisations in the UK who can support Black children with complex needs, with a particular focus on mental health.
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The Open University
Access free courses to learn something new with the Open University.
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Mindful Hydration
Try this quick, basic mindfulness activity to relax and feel more grounded
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Sleep? What Sleep…
Many parents and carers report difficult getting enough sleep Find out more about how to improve your sleep using some of the resources we list here.
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Recognising Trauma
Read an article by parent carer and Counselling Psychologist Joanna Griffin about why parents of children with complex needs experience trauma, how to recognise trauma, and when and how to access help.
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Take an audiobook for a walk
Audiobook and podcast recommendations for exercise
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Common mental health conditions and where to find support
The stresses of caring for a child with serious health needs can contribute to parent's mental health deteriorating. We have created a list of organisations who can provide information and support to parents who are suffering from common mental health conditions, like depression, anxiety and PTSD.
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Grief and loss
Grief is a natural response to any loss, but often it is difficult to talk about. In this article we share some useful resources that we hope you will find helpful if you are experiencing grief.
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10 things parents wish they’d known at the start of their journey
Parents and carers share what they wish they had known when their child with complex needs was born, diagnosed or first discharged from hospital.
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The benefits of exercise and how to get started
Running motivation, wheelchair friendly exercise, and more ideas to get you moving.
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Mindfulness and emotional first aid
Links to helpful mindfulness and emotional first aid resources.
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