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FoodCycle Newport - More than a Food bank | Free Food homeless charity

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Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday (from October 2021). If you want to arrange an appointment please call 0808 1963482 or email [email protected]

On 14 October. If you want to arrange an appointment please call 0808 1963482 or email [email protected]

We rely on the support of our local community for food donations, volunteering and finances. Can you help us stop UK hunger?

Our foodbank works using a voucher referral system. Find out more about how we work.

Where we are
Get directions & opening times

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Free holiday activities for children living in Newport

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Important Fees and Charges Information

From the 1 April, Newport Live will be increasing the fees of our programmes and this will affect some of the Easter Holiday Activities. The prices noted alongside each activity below are the price for March activities.

This information was correct at the time of being published. All sessions must be booked in advance. Sessions will run subject to minimum capacity being achieved.

Keep up to date

Sign up to our newsletter for the latest information on our services and facilities.

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Each school holiday Newport Live runs a variety of fun activities to keep children entertained. From Multi-Sport Camp to children's cycling lessons, swim camps to family cinema screenings; we have activities for everybody at Newport Live.

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Important Fees and Charges Information

From the 1 April, Newport Live will be increasing the fees of our programmes and this will affect some of the Easter Holiday Activities. The prices noted alongside each activity below are the price for March activities.

This information was correct at the time of being published. All sessions must be booked in advance. Sessions will run subject to minimum capacity being achieved.

Keep up to date

Sign up to our newsletter for the latest information on our services and facilities.

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Community Sport

The Community Sport & Wellbeing Team along with their partners, create and deliver informative, local, accessible, and affordable activities to engage children and young people.

Sessions include activities such as football, basketball, dodgeball, table tennis, badminton, and street dance; and are in venues such as leisure facilities, parks, community centres, youth clubs, and outdoors in parks, or multi-use games areas (MUGAs).

Current activities, programmes and events include;

Positive Futures - evening community engagement and youth activities in various locations - contact the team below for details

Secondary School Sports and Wellbeing Programmes - activities in schools vary each term and are advertised directly in Secondary Schools on social media and on notice boards linked to PE and After School Provision, or Young Ambassador volunteer programmes. A Sports Coordinator is based in each secondary school and details on provision will be made aware to all pupils in school each term.

Primary School Sports and Wellbeing Programmes - activities in schools vary each term and are advertised directly in school, on social media or via consent and letters to participating year groups, classes or children.

If you are interested in being involved in one of our activities, programmes or events email sportsdevelopment@newportlive.co.uk

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Aneurin Bevan Health Board

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As part of our Care Closer to Home strategy, we offer a number of expert healthcare services in your local community.

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Will you provide help and hope to families living with dementia this Christmas?

Your donation will enable Alzheimer's Society to be there for families in need this Christmas.

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Specialist CAMHS is the specialist mental health service for children and young people under the age of 18 years living in Gwent, covering the five boroughs of Newport, Torfaen, Monmouthshire, Blaenau Gwent and Caerphilly.

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Leaflet for parents and carers to support with having conversations with your child.

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Join the fight for mental health!

Making the first step is often the most difficult, and yet for many clients, making contact with a counsellor, in confidence, marks a threshold. A moment where we begin to build towards a positive future.

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Attendance and welfare | Newport City Council

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Following a population rise of over nine percent since 2011, Newport has become a busy, urban city.

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About Newport City Homes

At Newport City Homes, we provide homes and services to more than 10,000 residents, leaseholders and shared owners in the city of Newport. As the largest social landlord in Newport, we are uniquely placed to play a key role in ensuring our residents and communities are given opportunities to grow and succeed.

Our new report replaces Bridge Brief with a fresh new digital format. Take a look at our work over the past year here.

The cost of living crisis is affecting everyone. You're not alone and we are here to support you.

Check out our latest vacancies, read blog posts from our colleagues or find out more about our Apprenticeships and employment advice.

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Compass Cymru, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK’s largest food and support services firm, announced its three-year partnership with Llamau in October 2021.

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Emergency Assistance Payment

Between 1 May 2020 to 31 March 2023, you can get no more than 5 grants in a year (rolling 12 months).

Use this service to:

apply for an Emergency Assistance Payment

apply for an Individual Assistance Payment

apply on behalf of someone else (registered partners only)

Before you start

You cannot apply for a grant if you have:

already received a grant in the last 28 days (or in the last 7 days if you are impacted by COVID or are on Universal Credit and are experiencing financial hardship)

already received 3 grants in the last year (or 5 grants if you're in receipt of Universal Credit or impacted by coronavirus)

You can also apply by:

post

phone 0800 859 5924 (between 9.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday) (Croesawir galwadau yn Gymraeg / Calls are welcomed in Welsh)

getting help from one of our partner organisations

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Support for families experiencing fuel poverty

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National Energy Action Cymru works in Wales for National Energy Action. Through campaigning and advice, it helps those in fuel poverty.

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Free repairs and low cost borrowing

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Wales' first permanent repair and reuse space

Bringing free repairs and low cost borrows to you!

Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm

Borrow
We host a " Benthyg" library of things filled with new and donated items.

Sign up for free membership and borrow all sorts of items from carpet cleaners to gazebos for a low fee.

Browse our ever-growing Catalogue

We are always looking for good-quality donations for the library of things, please bring in to the store or contact us via the options below.

We have repair sessions from 10am - 1pm throughout the week where you can get items fixed for free by our incredible volunteer repairers.
Saturday - General Workshops and Events
We hold various skill-sharing and creative workshops/events throughout the year. Click here Events to see what's coming up.

We have two membership options available.

Free Standard membership

RE:MAKE membership is £7.50 a month which entitles members to 20% off all borrows and free advanced booking of our repair space, tools, and equipment to do your own repairs or work on a personal project.

You can sign up by clicking membership

If you would like to sign up as a community group please contact us at hello@remakenewport.org.

We are located at 26 Skinner Street, Newport NP20 1HB.

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If you live alone, don't use much water, or are looking to reduce your bill, you might save money by having a water meter installed.

You have the option of switching back to a fixed charge within two years of the meter being installed, if you change your mind.
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Your not-for-profit water company | Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water

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Volunteer with us

Over 16,000 highly trained volunteers support the delivery of our service. Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and find volunteering rewarding, challenging and fun. We have a range of roles in local Citizens Advice and Witness Service, want to find out more?

Our volunteer opportunities

Find your local Citizens Advice

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Charity for those experiencing difficulties with debt

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StepChange Debt Charity. Free Expert Debt Help & Advice

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Get free, impartial, and confidential debt advice with StepChange. Available 24/7, our online service helps you understand your debts, set a budget, and find the best solution for your needs. Get expert support and guidance at your own pace. Start today and ease the pressure.

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Debt advice and support

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Get Free Debt Help | Debt Management Plans | IVA's | PayPlan

Become debt free

Stop creditor hassle

Protect your family & home
GET FREE DEBT HELP

Since 1992, we've helped over 1 million clients to become debt-free by offering them FREE Debt Management Plans and IVAs.

Call us on 0800 280 2816 & chat to an adviser

Email us at help@payplan.com to tell us about your situation

Or find your debt solution online today by using our form below

DEBT ADVICE TOPICS

Get instant advice on our most frequently asked questions with all the contact details & additional help you'll need.

Bailiffs

If you've got bailiffs at your door, do you know your rights? Find out what they can - and can't do, here.

Learn more

Default Notice

A default notice might seem scary but don't panic. Get advice on dealing with your creditors now.

Learn more

Repossession & Eviction

If your home is at risk, it's important to act fast. Follow these steps to find out how to keep it safe.

Learn more

Rent Arrears

Read our step-by-step guide to dealing with your landlord and how to prioritise your rent payments.

Learn more

Debt solutions we advise on

When you contact PayPlan we will advise on a wide range of debt solutions so you have a choice. We will check what you qualify for and recommend what solution will be the most affordable and manageable for you. Below is just some of the debt solutions we advise on.

IVA

Make payments over 5 years and have up to 70% of your debt written off.

IVA

Self-employed IVA

Self-employed IVAs allow you to pay back your debt whilst still running your business.

Self-employed IVA

DMP

A debt management plan allows you to pay back your creditors each month at a rate you can afford.

DMP

Trust deeds

Trust Deeds are the Scottish equivalent to IVAs. You pay an agreed amount - based on what you can afford each month.

Trust Deed

Compare DMP fees

Did you know not every company charges for a DMP?

Entering into a debt management plan is a good way to regain control of your debts. We can communicate with your creditors on your behalf so you can make reduced payments that are more affordable, and the best part we do it for FREE.
Unlike some companies, we don't charge our clients fees for a DMP so every penny you pay into your plan goes on reducing your debts.

The table below lets you compare debt management companies and their DMP fees.

FREE

FREE

FREE

Gregory Pennington

No

18.5%

£38.50 - £90

Debt Advisory Line

Yes - a setup fee of £40 is required

Rate varies

£30 - £55

Money Plus

Yes - the amount varies

17.5%

£30 minimum

If you want every penny you pay to go on reducing your debts, contact us TODAY.
Call FREE on 0800 280 2816, or complete and submit our Online form >>>

*Charges are made by these other debt management companies for the arrangement of a Debt Management Plan (information correct as of 15th December 2016).

How are PayPlan Funded?

We receive donations from the credit industry. Our debt advice and debt management plans are 100% free.

We're one of a number of organisations that provide free debt advice. If you'd like more information on other sources of free debt help and advice you can visit the Money Advice Service. It's an independent service, set up by the government to help people make the most of their money.

What our Clients say

We work hard to ensure we give our clients the best help and advice possible. We talk them through every suitable debt solution and offer continued support and assistance for as long as they need us. As a result of our service, our clients have left us some fantastic feedback and reviews.

Helpful and reassuring

After consulting a debt help agency I was put in touch with Payplan and thereafter they arranged for me to enter into an IVA. This has been running now for several months and has worked very well for me. I had been under tremendous strain because of my debt situation and I am now able to manage my finances without the constant stress and worry which I suffered previously. Payplan explained all of the options open to me; the staff were always helpful and reassuring and guided me through the entire process. I would recommend Payplan to anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation to myself.

Sandra - April 15

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It's okay to reach out for help. Your situation is unique and no parent has all the answers. We all need a little extra support sometimes, and we hear from parents and carers just like you all the time.

So, if you're worried about the mental health and wellbeing of a child or young person up to the age of 25, you can chat to us by phone, email or webchat.

Our Parents Helpline is also accessible for those who are hard of hearing or speak English as an additional language. If English is not your first or preferred language, we can arrange for a language translator to support you on a call with one of our helpline advisers. Or if you would like to use our webchat or email service, we offer a digital translation service.

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GDAS believes that the families and loved ones of people who use substances including alcohol need as much support as the substance user themselves. This can include direct family, carers, neighbours, friends, support staff and anyone else in the network around the person affected. Below are services that can offer you support.

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Providing help and advice about violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence

Talk to us now

If you, a family member a friend, or someone you are concerned about has experienced domestic abuse or sexual violence, you can contact the Live Fear Free Helpline 24 hours a day 7 days a week, for free advice and support or to talk through your options.

Get in touch with Live Fear Free advisors free of charge by phone, online chat, text or email.

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Newport's Neighbourhood Hubs offer residents easy access to vital services in local communities.

Food Parcels

For support and information on current emergency food parcels available please contact 0808 196 3482 or email your local hub.

Need employment advice? We can help

We can provide advice and support if you are at risk of redundancy, have recently been made redundant, furloughed, or are working zero hour contracts.

Contact us for employment mentoring, support in writing CV and job applications, free employment related courses, advice on how to access financial support e.g. for interview clothing, travel to training courses and interviews, digital access and support, childcare and food banks.
For more information call freephone 08081 963482 or email your local Hub below
Families First

Visit Newport Families First to read how this Welsh Government programme supports families, particularly those living in poverty.

Download the Families First self-referral form (Word).

Download the Families First referral form for use by professionals (Word)

Other services offered by the Hubs may include:

Flying Start - groups for babies, toddlers and parent support

free online parenting support for all residents - use access code SWSOL

play and youth clubs for children and young people

classes and opportunities for adults to undertake accredited and casual learning

library services and events

support for young people aged 11-25

after school activities and school holiday play schemes

Welsh language classes

support for people with ESOL

redistribution of low-cost quality food to people in need

community projects, e.g litter picks, community health champions, community growing projects

Health and fitness activities

Recycling - collect your green food waste bags from your local Hub

Your Neighbourhood Hub

Central Hub
Pill Millennium Centre, Courtybella Terrace, Newport, NP20 2GH
Email: centralhub@newport.gov.uk

Covering

Pillgwenlly, Victoria, Stow Hill, Allt Yr Yn

East Hub
282 Ringland Circle, Newport NP19 9PS (the former Ringland community centre)
Email: easthub@newport.gov.uk

Covering

Ringland, Alway, Somerton, Lliswerry, Beechwood, St Julians, Langstone, Llanwern

North Hub
Bettws Community Centre, 43 The Precinct, Bettws NP20 7TN
Email: northhub@newport.gov.uk

Covering

Bettws, Caerleon, Malpas, Shaftesbury

West Hub
Maesglas Community Centre, Bideford Road, Newport NP20 3XT
Email: westhub@newport.gov.uk

Covering Tredegar Park, Graig, Gaer, Marshfield, Rogerstone

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Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team

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Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team Wales

Supporting Ethnic Minority People across Wales

Ethnic Minorities & Youth Support Team was set up in 2005 by a group of ethnic minority young people in Swansea. It aimed to fill a gap in provision for young BME people aged 11-25 by providing a targeted, culturally sensitive and holistic support service to meet their needs.

Since then, EYST has expanded its mission and vision to also meet the needs of BME young people, families and individuals including refugees and asylum-seekers living in Wales

About EYST

Our Achievements

Since our establishment we are proud to have had many highlights and achievements including 'Most Admired Organisation' at the WCVA Third Sector Awards Cymru and Best Youth Group in the CWVYS Getting Together awards

View our Achievements

Our Projects

Our aim is to support BME young people to reach their full potential through a holistic, targeted and culturally sensitive youth programme including qualified youth workers, innovative youth activities and a youth and community centre.

View our Projects

Keep up to date with
our monthly activities

Grateful acknowledgement of our funders & supporters

EYST is an award-winning and unique organisation set up in 2005 by and for BME people living in Wales.

Registered Charity No: 1152486

Company No: 06709767

info@eyst.org.uk
01792 466980

Copyright © 2023 Ethnic Minorities & Youth Support Team. All rights reserved.

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To contact one of our services, please follow the ' What We Do ' tab above and select your preferred service. Contact details and/or online referral forms can be found this way.

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Sparkle - Helping Special Children Shine

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Niwrowahaniaeth Cymru | Neurodivergence Wales | National Neurodivergence Team

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What is ADHD?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects behaviour and concentration.

Children and young people with ADHD often seem unusually restless, impulsive or distracted. They may speak or act without thinking, struggle with organisation, find it hard to focus or appear to be always on the go. Some people with ADHD do not experience hyperactivity; this used to be called attention deficit disorder (ADD), though the term in no longer used officially.

ADHD is not a mental illness or a learning disability, though children and young people with ADHD may also have other conditions or experience mental health problems.

Living with ADHD can be very challenging, for children and young people as well as for their parents and carers. But the right diagnosis, treatment and support can make a big difference to a child's learning, life skills and relationships, as well as making family life easier. There is also lots you can do as a parent/carer to help your child manage the things they find difficult.

What are the most common symptoms of ADHD?

A child with ADHD may be:

easily distracted, finding it difficult to start or finish tasks

often unable to concentrate

often restless or fidgety

very talkative, often interrupting or blurting things out

impulsive, acting before considering consequences, prone to taking risks

easily angry or frustrated, struggling to deal with emotions

finding making or maintaining friendships difficult

disorganised, for instance often losing things or being late

lacking awareness of time

Every child or young person with ADHD is individual and they may not display all of these behaviours. And many of these traits and behaviours are typical in younger children, or can follow a traumatic experience - they don't necessarily mean your child has ADHD.

Age and gender can also affect how someone with ADHD behaves. This can make it harder to spot signs of ADHD, particularly in girls, who are more likely to be undiagnosed or wrongly diagnosed with other conditions.

Typically the symptoms of ADHD develop in early childhood and they may become particularly noticeable at times of significant change, such as starting or changing school.

What to do if you think your child might have ADHD

If your child frequently experiences some of these symptoms and it's affecting their day-to-day life, discuss your concerns with your child's GP. Before doing this, talk to your child's teacher and the school special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) about what they have noticed.

The GP may want to refer your child for assessment, as ADHD can only be diagnosed by a specialist such as a child and adolescent psychiatrist or paediatrician.

Sometimes parents are reluctant to pursue assessment. They may be worried about 'labelling' their child or about stigma, or they may prefer to watch and wait. These feelings are normal. But parents and young people who do seek diagnosis can find it helps them access the right support; understand and manage challenges; and identify individual strengths.

We have more information about getting support from the GP, CAMHS or school in our guide.

ADHD diagnosis, support and treatment

ADHD assessment is usually done through the specialist Children and Young People's Mental Health Services, commonly referred to as CAMHS.

Diagnosis is most commonly made in childhood, and in the majority of cases, symptoms affecting daily life continue into adulthood.

There is no single, definitive test for ADHD. Specialists will base clinical diagnosis on a combination of observations of your child; discussions and questionnaires (with you and your child); and information from your child's school.

They will consider how long the symptoms have been present; their impact on your child's daily life; and whether they might be due to another condition. The NHS states that approximately 60-80% of children with ADHD have at least one other condition (such as autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, anxiety or behaviour problems), and your child may be given more than one diagnosis.

Support and treatment options

You and your child should be offered support and advice to help manage ADHD in their day-to-day life.

ADHD can also be treated with medication and/or therapies. These should be discussed with you when your child is diagnosed, and are set out in the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines on ADHD.

ADHD can be treated with therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). For more information about therapy, see our parent guide to counselling and therapy.

There are a number of types of medication. These are not a cure for ADHD, and many children do not take them, but they can help manage some of the symptoms. Medication must be prescribed and overseen by a specialist.

You may also be offered ADHD -focussed parent training. This does not mean your parenting is somehow wrong. It is designed to provide support and specific strategies and skills to help you and your child thrive.

Jack is still perennially late, disorganised and impulsive; but he's also energetic, original and creative. The medication is helping him make the most of all of that.

What you can do to support your child with ADHD

Be explicit and consistent about unacceptable behaviour, such as violence. Set appropriate consequences and follow them through, but try to stay calm in the moment to avoid escalation. Dealing with challenging behaviour can be very hard, and our parent guide has helpful advice.

Plan the day so your child knows what to expect. Maintaining regular sleep patterns, physical activity and mealtimes can help your child. Some people find dietary change and/or certain supplements helpful. But the NHS states that there is no clinical evidence for this, and medical advice should be sought first. Our young person's guide has helpful advice on sleep problems.

The impact of ADHD on your child's mental health

Any child or young person can struggle with their mental health and wellbeing, whether or not they have ADHD. This might be caused by things like family change, bullying, exam stress or a traumatic event.

But having ADHD may also mean your child has extra challenges - such as social difficulties, struggling to manage their emotions or getting into trouble at school - that leave them more vulnerable to low self-esteem, anxiety or depression.

Children and young people with ADHD frequently have other developmental or mental health conditions and it is important to ensure they have the appropriate support for these.

As a parent there is a lot you can do to support your child with their wellbeing and mental health:

encourage your child to talk about how they are feeling with you. Our starting a conversation guide has ideas for keeping communication open

if you feel your child may have a mental health problem or another condition alongside ADHD, discuss your concerns with their GP or ADHD specialist.

Working with school if your child has ADHD

ADHD is a special education need (SEN), and it may be referred to as a specific learning difference (SpLD). Your child is entitled to appropriate support to help them thrive socially and educationally. This could include potential adjustments in certain situations, such as extra time or rest breaks for exams, movement breaks in lessons, written instructions for tasks and a seating plan that minimises distractions.

Discuss the diagnosis and needs with the school's SENCO, taking a list of your concerns and background information to the meeting.

Your child may be entitled to an education, health and care plan (EHC plan) which details the support they need and how it will be provided. (The National Autistic Society has helpful information about EHC plans.)

Good communication between you and school can be really helpful in ensuring your child thrives in education and meets their potential. Our parent guide to support has more advice on talking to school or college.

ADHD in teenagers and beyond

If your child is a teenager or young person, their needs and the support you give may well be different from when they were younger. They may like to read our young person's guide to ADHD and mental health. But there are still many ways you can help.

Looking after your own wellbeing

Parenting a child with ADHD can sometimes be isolating, upsetting or exhausting. Sometimes parents feel judged or blamed by others (unjustifiably as parenting does not cause ADHD). It is entirely understandable if you are finding things difficult.

It's important to recognise the impact the situation is having on you, and think about ways you can take care of yourself - including getting support from other people so that you can take some time off. It's okay to ask for help when you need it, and to share your worries with someone you trust. We have advice on looking after yourself as well as your child.

Our son's challenging behaviour with ADHD had an enormous impact on the whole family, as we and his brothers bore the brunt of his anger.

Where to get further support

If you would to speak to a professional adviser or find out more about how you can support your child, these organisations can help.
While we take care to ensure that the organisations we signpost to provide high quality information and advice, we cannot take responsibility for any specific pieces of advice they may offer. We encourage parents and carers to always explore the website of a linked service or organisation to understand who they are and what support they offer before engaging with them.

This page was reviewed in March 2022. It was created with parents and carers with lived experience of supporting their child or young person with ADHD. We will next review the page in 2025. YoungMinds is a proud member of PIF TICK - the UK's quality mark for trusted health information.
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On this page, you'll find information to help you support your child or young person with grief and loss. We've also got advice about where you can find grief support services.

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What is grief?

Losing someone we love and feel close to, or going through a bereavement, can be extremely painful. Grief is our natural response to this loss, and it is a process rather than an event.

Your child or young person, as well as you and other family members, may be grieving because:

someone in the family has died, like a parent, grandparent or sibling

their friend or someone at school has died

they have lost someone by suicide

someone they are close to has become ill

a pet has died or been lost

What does grief feel like?

Grief feels different to every individual child or young person. Our feelings around grief also change over time.

It's important to remember that there is no right or wrong way to grieve. It's okay to feel whatever emotion we do, and to process it in our own way. It's a time for being kind and patient with ourselves.

You might sometimes hear people talk about the 'stages of grief' or the 'grief cycle'. These describe some of the common feelings that people who are grieving can experience.

What are the 'stages of grief'?

1. Denial - for example, feeling confused, numb or in shock.

2. Anger - this might be towards the person who has died, or with the world in general.

3. Bargaining - for example, going over things from the past, or feeling guilty or anxious.

4. Depression - this might feel like intense sadness or loneliness about living without the person.

5. Acceptance - this might be feeling more able to live with our grief, rather than feeling we have 'got over it'.

It's important to understand that not everyone experiences all these things, and that we do not move through these stages one-by-one.

We might move forwards or backwards between them, or experience them in any order. Or we might feel different emotions.

Your child or young person might also experience some of the physical signs of grief. These can include:

waves of crying, which can sometimes feel like they come out of the blue

feeling unwell or sick

eating more or less than before

being extremely tired

finding it difficult to get to sleep

finding it difficult to concentrate, including at school

It's helpful to remember that it is normal for your child or young person to feel and experience these things after a loss.

Tips for talking about grief and loss

If your child doesn't want to talk

If your child or young person feels uncomfortable about talking, you could try starting a conversation while doing an activity. This can help them to relax by making it feel less like a 'big chat'. Have a look at our activity suggestions to get some ideas.

It's also okay to give them some space, especially with older children and teenagers. Sometimes it helps to just sit together quietly, or to offer a hand squeeze or hug. Reassure them that it's okay to talk to someone else they trust too.

You can find more tips about talking in our guide.

Helping your child or young person to cope with grief

Supporting your child or young person with a sudden death

When someone they're close to dies suddenly or unexpectedly, children and young people are likely to feel extremely shocked. They may find it impossible to believe that it's happened, or feel numb and empty. They might find it difficult to talk, or to eat or drink. They may experience physical symptoms like tummy aches, headaches and being extremely tired. These reactions are a normal way of coping with huge shock.

In the days and weeks after a sudden death, the most important thing you can do is provide safety and support.

Grief and loss support services

There are lots of organisations who provide counselling and other types of support to families, children and young people after a bereavement.

Sometimes, the grieving process starts before someone dies. For example, when we know they are ill and they are going to die soon. This is sometimes called 'anticipatory grief'. In pre-bereavement counselling, your child or young person can talk through their feelings and worries. Some hospices and other organisations offer this service. Speak to the professionals supporting your family to see what's available.

In bereavement or grief counselling, your child or young person will have a space to talk. They can also start to process some of their feelings around what's happened. You may be able to access this service through:

Let your child or young person know about the grief support services that are available to them via phone, text or online chat. You can find a list of support services below.

Over the longer-term, a counsellor or therapist can listen, provide emotional support and help your child or young person to make sense of their feelings. They can also support them to find ways of coping. You can find out how your child or young person can access counselling and therapy in our guide for parents.

If you have wider concerns about your child's mental health, it's a good idea to speak to the GP about next steps. They can find out more about what's going on and refer your child for more specialist help.

Looking after yourself

Supporting a young person who is grieving can be a very emotional experience. Take time to look after yourself and top up your own batteries when you can. If you are also grieving, things may feel overwhelming at times. Allow space for your own grief too. Remember that it's okay to ask for help from family and friends when you need it.

If you need support with your own grief, or you're struggling to cope, it's really important that you get the help you need. This will make you more able to be there for your child. You can access counselling, helpline support and support groups via the grief services listed below.

Useful helplines and websites

While we take care to ensure that the organisations we signpost to provide high quality information and advice, we cannot take responsibility for any specific pieces of advice they may offer. We encourage parents and carers to always explore the website of a linked service or organisation to understand who they are and what support they offer before engaging with them.

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Whether you love the page or think something is missing, we appreciate your feedback. It all helps us to support more young people with their mental health.

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All children and young people have difficult experiences sometimes. When this happens, they might feel more stressed or upset. But with a bit of support from those around them, they will usually feel better. However, when a child or young person experiences trauma, it can feel too big for their normal coping strategies.

If you're worried that your child or young person is struggling with trauma, remember that you can play an incredibly important role in helping them. By providing emotional support and a loving, safe relationship, you can help them to heal with time. You can also make sure they get the right professional support if they need it.

On this page, we've got information and advice to help you feel confident about supporting them.

A traumatic experience usually involves a threat to our sense of physical or emotional safety. We may also feel trapped, powerless or unsupported in the face of this threat.

Trauma describes both one-off events and things that happen over months or years - for example, within a young person's family or friend relationships. It can be something a young person experiences directly, or they might witness something happening to someone else.

These are some examples of things that a child or young person could find traumatic:

a violent event, such as an assault, car accident or natural disaster

experiencing racism, homophobia, transphobia or other forms of discrimination

experiencing domestic violence or abuse

being bullied

losing a family member or friend to suicide, or a sudden death in the family

going through a serious physical illness or time in hospital

being exposed to frightening or inappropriate online content

Ultimately, whether something is traumatic depends on how it makes an individual feel. There is no exact definition of the type of events that are traumatic. Our experiences of what happens to us can be affected by things like our life history, our perception of why it's happened, and the support available to us afterwards.

Trauma is not a mental health condition. But experiencing trauma can have long-term effects on someone's mental health. A wide range of mental health issues can be linked to trauma. This includes PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders and self-harm.

Signs a child or young person is affected by trauma

Every child or young person's response to trauma will be different. They may show they're struggling straightaway. Or difficult feelings, thoughts and behaviours may emerge over time. Their reaction and how they cope might also change over time. For example, there may be times when things feel intensely difficult, and then they might feel better for a while.

This means it can be difficult to see the link between a previous traumatic experience and your child or young person's current behaviour. Sometimes they may not be aware of the link themselves.

In general, these are some of the things your child or young person may experience if they are struggling with trauma:

having thoughts or flashback images about the event or experience

finding it more difficult to manage their emotions, which can feel overwhelming

acting out or having angry outbursts

withdrawing from friends, family, school or activities they usually enjoy

avoiding thinking about, talking about, or being in situations which are related to the experience

seeming very sensitive or alert to what's happening around them

seeming zoned-out or disconnected from what's going on around them

finding it difficult to concentrate

not being able to sleep or having nightmares

turning to coping mechanisms such as self-harm, or using drugs or alcohol

blaming themselves, feeling guilty or struggling with their self-esteem

Some children and young people who go through trauma, experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If this is the case, they may experience some of the symptoms listed above intensely. They may also start to negatively affect their day-to-day life.

Some people experiencing these symptoms are diagnosed with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). This diagnosis is often given when the traumatic experience has happened repeatedly over an extended period of time. This might include childhood trauma such as abuse or neglect.

If you are worried that your child or young person is experiencing PTSD or CPTSD, speak to a GP about getting an assessment and professional help. They will usually need professional support to feel better. You can find out more about getting help from GPs in our guide for parents and carers.

Supporting your child or young person to cope

It is normal for a child or young person to feel or behave differently after a traumatic experience. Remember that healing from trauma is a process.

It's important to give them time to adjust to what's happened, and not to expect things to get better straightaway. It's also a good idea to keep an eye on how they're doing, gently check-in with them and seek further help if it's needed.

Below, we've got some suggestions for things you can do as their parent or carer to make them feel safe and supported.

Helping them to make sense of what's happened and how they're feeling can make a difference. When they want to open up, let them speak as often and for as long as they need to. You can find advice to help you start a conversation with your child in our guide for parents and carers.

Reflect back the words they use to show that you get their experience. Don't be afraid of using words such as 'terrified', 'horrified', or 'furious' to show you understand how big their feelings are. You might also say 'it's really understandable that you're feeling...' to let them know that their feelings are okay.

You can find more advice about making your child or young person feel understood in our blog.

This can give them a break and help them to feel safe and relaxed, even if just for a little while. It might be:

drawing or colouring

making something like lego

playing sport

cooking or baking

watching a favourite film

Knowing what works, and trusting that they can help themselves, will build their belief in their ability to cope. This can make their feelings less overwhelming. Strategies could include:

running

drawing

listening to music

writing in a journal

talking to family or friends

watching a favourite film

reading a favourite book

They might want to make a self-soothe box. They can fill this with the things that help and use the box when they're struggling.

Young people tell us they want adults supporting them to:

know that everyone's experience is different, and it doesn't define who I am

recognise all of my needs and see me as a whole person

understand my behaviour - when I'm shouting, crying, hiding, stealing, hitting out at myself or others, I'm just trying to make sense of everything I've gone through

find a way to communicate that works for me

include me in decisions about my life - ask me what I want to happen

build on my strength and help me find new ways to recover

Finding professional support

Counsellors and therapists can provide emotional support and help your child to make sense of their feelings. They can also help them find ways of coping. With younger children, therapists will do this this through activities such as play and drawing.

It's a good idea to look for someone who has training and experience in treating trauma. They will be able to take a trauma-informed approach. You can find out how your child or young person can access counselling in our guide for parents and carers.

If your child or young person is struggling, be open with the school about what's going on and what support they need.

Depending on their age, it can be important to make sure they feel some control over the information that's shared about them. Ask them whether there's a member of staff who they would feel comfortable for you to speak to.

Alongside counselling, schools can often provide things like:

support from the pastoral team

mentoring

peer buddying

clubs and activities that can help your child feel more relaxed

If your child is feeling anxious about school at the moment, you can find information and advice in our guide for parents and carers.

If you're worried about your child's mental health, it's a good idea to speak to your GP. This is usually the first step to accessing mental health services through the NHS.

The GP can find out more about how your child or young person is feeling. They can suggest what might help and where they can find support. If needed, they can refer them to the NHS mental health service for children and young people, known as CAMHS. Through CAMHS they can get a specialist assessment and further treatment.

For more information about GPs, have a look at our guide for parents and carers.

Supporting a child or young person who has gone through trauma can be a very emotional experience. So take time to look after yourself and rest when you can.

Remember that in order to support your child, you need to keep looking after yourself. Talk to trusted friends, family and anyone else in your support network. It's okay to ask for help and to take time out when you need it.

If you feel that you need more support, you can ask for counselling or other support through your GP. You can also access a private counsellor or therapist if this is an affordable option for you.

Useful helplines and websites

While we take care to ensure that the organisations we signpost to provide high quality information and advice, we cannot take responsibility for any specific pieces of advice they may offer. We encourage parents and carers to always explore the website of a linked service or organisation to understand who they are and what support they offer before engaging with them.

This page was reviewed in October 2023. It was created with parents and carers with lived experience of supporting their child or young person with trauma. We will next review the page in 2026. YoungMinds is a proud member of PIF TICK - the UK's quality mark for trusted health information.
Whether you love the page or think something is missing, we appreciate your feedback. It all helps us to support more young people with their mental health.

Please be aware that this form isn't a mental health support service. If your child is in crisis right now and you want to talk to someone urgently, find out who to contact on our urgent help page.

At YoungMinds we take your privacy seriously. If you'd like to read more about how we keep the information we collect safe, take a look at our privacy policy.

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