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'Education services' are services offered within the education system to help the young person with their learning and social and emotional well being.

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Definition of 'People Participation Opportunities' 

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'People Participation Opportunities' refer to events organised for parents and young people to offer their expertise to inform how CAMHS and other youth services are run and delivered.

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Directory of Opportunities and Participation Groups in CH

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Directory of Opportunities and Participation Groups in CH

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Find the latest opportunities for CYP to get involved and develop new skills.

Find details of local participation groups that CYP can join.

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Definition of 'Getting Advice and Signposting' 

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Please see the listed charities and consultation linesthat provide youth support work, as well as interventions for young people.

CAMHS Services that provide 'Getting Advice and Signposting' are the CAMHS in Schools Workers and CAMHS SPA

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Young Minds parents helpline is a free and offers support with practical advice on how to support your child's mental health.

They can provide translation to over 200 languages.

TEL: 0808 802 5544

Website: www.youngminds.org.uk/parents-helpline

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Working with children with Down syndrome, from 0 to 18, we support them to develop their communication, social and life skills, enabling them to maximise their potential.

We do this through specialist sessions led by qualified practitioners who are experts in the unique learning profile of children with Down syndrome.

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We work with a wide range of professionals to enhance the support provided to children with Down syndrome and their families. We also provide training for teachers, teaching assistants and learning support assistants within schools, enabling school staff to focus on 'ability', rather than 'limitations'.

Speech and Language Therapy students volunteer with us to practise their skills, taking away what they learn into their future careers.

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Downright Excellent - Enabling children with Down syndrome to maximise their potential

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We work with a wide range of professionals to enhance the support provided to children with Down syndrome and their families. We also provide training for teachers, teaching assistants and learning support assistants within schools, enabling school staff to focus on 'ability', rather than 'limitations'.

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Number of programmes available for children, teenagers and families living with or affected by HIV

https://bodyandsoulcharity.org/get-support/becoming-a-member/

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Support for Children – Body & Soul Charity

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Trauma Needs Love - New Body & Soul Website coming soon…

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Currently running 11 FREE weekly youth theatres across Hackney for young people from ages 5-25, including a dedicated session for young people with disabilities and a dedicated session for girls. All sessions are weekly.

Current programmes include:

Kingsmead Youngers (Ages 5-9) - Learn drama skills and explore devising techniques, writing scripts and performing.

Forest Road (Ages 5-12) – Take part in a creative, fun and safe environment led by facilitators from the creative industry.

Pembury (Ages 7-12) - Learn drama skills and explore devising techniques, writing scripts and performing.

Nightingale (Ages 8-12) - Take part in a creative, fun and safe environment led by facilitators from the creative industry.

Kingsmead Olders (Ages 9-13) - Take part in drama sessions, learning drama skills and exploring devising techniques, writing scripts and performing.

Little Ilford (Ages 11-16) - Take part in a creative, fun and safe environment led by facilitators from the creative industry.

Uplifting Me/We (Ages 12-18) - For girls and young women providing a supportive environment for participants to express themselves and increase their confidence.

Advanced Youth Theatre (14+) - Develop theatre skills, including acting, writing and directing.

Huddleston - SEND Group (Ages 12-25) - For young people with disabilities, providing a fun and supportive environment for participants to express themselves.

All sessions are free, inclusive and open to all.

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Estate-based Youth Theatres | Immediate Theatre

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We have been providing high quality open access youth theatres on estates in Hackney since 1998. The programme has engaged thousands of participants who do not traditionally have access to arts opportunities. All our sessions are free, inclusive and open to all.

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Mouth That Roars (MTR) a Young People’s Rights Media Organisation which was set up with the sole purpose of skilling marginalised young people in media. Supporting young people to tell their own stories, producing enlightening and challenging dramas, documentaries, animations and more.

If you are between 10-19 years old (25 years SEND) and live or study in Hackney, check out our FREE regular film workshop that takes place every Wednesday.

You can contact us on 020 7729 2323/email mouththatroars@btconnect.com – Funded by Young Hackney and Hackney Council

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‘Often it is those we least expect to have an opinion, who actually offer the most thought provoking and challenging perspective on the world.’ – MTR

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The YUAF Youth Media bus will be coming to Forest Road Youth Hub, E8 3BY on Fridays 6.30pm - 8.30pm for the next 9 weeks. Offering young people (aged 13-19) opportunities to get involved in:

Music production

Vocal recording

Podcasting

and Lyric writing

All on a fully equipped double decker bus parked outside of the youth hub, with industry professionals and youth workers. The team can offer 1:1 advice and support about getting into the arts industry too!

Please share with your networks as a great, FREE opportunity for young people with an interest in creative arts to get involved in. (Flyer attached)

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Weekly services and events delivered in partnership with My Choice Cycling, Hackney Play Association, British Cycling.

Timetable: Time Table – Pedro Club

Contact: 020 8985 3800, info@pedroclub.com

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ACTIVITIES

We provide free extra-curricular activities to improve accessibility to young people of all socio-economic backgrounds; fostering inclusivity and community support.

EMPLOYABILITY

By offering skill development, job training and career guidance, our employability programmes enhance participants’ chances of securing employment. Ultimately, improving the economic growth of the community and leading young people to achieve sustainable independence.

MENTORING

Through providing personalised guidance and support to individuals in need, we aim to foster professional and personal development in young people. Offering valuable insight, encouragement and a positive role model for individuals already facing difficulties.

Contact: kieran@wickers.org.uk

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Hackney Play Association works to improve play opportunities for children and young people in Hackney.

Homerton Grove Adventure Playground: Email: homerton@hackneyplay.org   Telephone: 0208 985 9202

Pearson Street Adventure Playground: Mobile: 07903 742233    Email: pearsonstreet@hackneyplay.org

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For young people aged 8-11 years of age, diagnosis of DCD or coordination difficulties.

Currently running (new group TBC).

Contact: huh-tr.childrensotptevents@nhs.net

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YOUNG PEOPLE SUPPORT

We help young people in Hackney to make informed career choices through running Industry Insight Days, promoting Work Experience and offering Career Mentorship.

Contact: https://bootstrapcharity.com/contact/

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We promote responsible business as a way to address inequality in Hackney. Contact Bootstrap Charity in Hackney to see how you can get involved.

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For young people wanting to find out about training, placements, volunteering, apprenticeships and jobs.

To Refer:

Hackney Works

020 8356 5700

hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk

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The aim of our New Futures HQ employability programme is to provide young people aged 14-25+ with the space and support to gain skills and opportunities that will help them in their employability as they move forward.

Contact:

enquiry@hackneyquest.org.uk

0208 533 5480

07802 170944

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This program is run by xlp and is a six week course designed to help young people overcome obstacles to entering and maintaining steady employment.

We focus on enhancing self-awareness and empowering young people to take ownership of their professional journey. Our approach includes strengthening essential soft skills like resilience, perseverance, and confidence.

To Refer:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdANh4xUzEbeDkQsheVJD6dfKv-1WQZ6laYUCXHTz5bt_fvMg/viewform

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Getting Help options should be used when a young person has a clear mental health need that requires a clear intervention that requires that them or their family are seen for several intervention sessions with a professional.

Professionals could include psychologists, social workers, paediatricians, mentors, youth workers.

Interventions could include short-term therapy (like CBT) or brief structured mentoring.

These are for young people and families who are not at any immediate risk, but would benefit from some strategies to support with their emotions or behaviour

CAMHS Services that provide 'Getting Help' are First Steps, Mental Health in Schools Team, and the Autism pathway in CAMHS Disability

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ACS is launching a new 12-month mentoring programme for children of Global Majority heritage age 9-18 - please see email below and info attached.

Email "African Community School" <office@acschool.org.uk> to apply.

Referral Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Md0mzIMUMUyOp8YQ6zje9VwXEmBPg01AtBefknuQj6FUOTVaWDE2VU5FSkw4SVFJWEpIQ0w4MEIwMC4u

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Easily create surveys and polls to collect customer feedback, measure employee satisfaction, and organize team events.

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First Steps Community CAMHS has a Pathway for the Cheredi Community delivered by Cheredi professionals to provide a culturally sensitive service to children and families.

Who: Young People who meet criteria for First Steps intervention - specific for Cheredi families (N.B. Cheredi families can also access First Steps normal provision if that's acceptable to them)

How: referral through Single Point of Access or Self-referral through First Steps

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A confidential, safe space exploring issues around race, culture and identity through supportive counselling for children and young people from an African Caribbean heritage background.

Providing weekly counselling, art and play therapy, sessions, 1-2-1, face to face or online, Growing Minds is aimed at 11-25 year old’s, who present with mild-moderate mental health difficulties, live in City and Hackney and are registered with a Hackney GP. The service is free of charge.

Sessions are delivered by therapists of African and Caribbean Heritages in a number of locations in Hackney, including the Textile Building, Forest Road HealtSpot and schools.

Children, young people, young adults and parents/carers can self-refer or be referred by a professional.

Contact: For further information please contact: info@growingminds.org.uk

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A confidential counselling service supporting children and young people from African Caribbean heritage backgrounds.

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Hackney Quest run a series of programmes & activities to support, develop and empower young people, families and the community in Hackney.

The Positive Youth Engagement Programme supports over 200 young people aged 8-19 from all over Hackney, via a range of term-time and holiday activities, workshops and residentials.

The Hackney Wick Youth Voice project empowers young people in Hackney Wick to have their voices heard and to bring about positive change for the local community. It is commissioned by Wick Award, through the National Lottery “Big Local” initiative.

We work together with others to provide the best possible support for families, whatever the situation we are led by what the young person and the family need. We help young people, parents and families to navigate all the systems that affect their lives — the education system, social care system, immigration system, housing system, and more.

Contact: enquiry@hackneyquest.org.uk

020 8533 5480

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runs youth hubs, trips and projects

provides opportunities, support and guidance for young people

helps young people get involved in their communities

works to help prevent young people who might get involved in antisocial behaviour or crime

works with young people who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offence to make sure they do not offend again

helps with substance misuse, mental health issues and

helps young victims of crime

Contact: https://www.younghackney.org/

020 8356 7404

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Browse all the events and activities coming up in Young Hackney

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Improving young people's relationship with food and body image.

Be Body Positive is a digital early-intervention tool dedicated to supporting young people, caregivers and professionals with concerns surrounding disordered eating, eating disorders and negative body image.

Psychoeducational modules for young people, parents and professionals on:

Selective eating Vs ARFID

Body image and healthy eating

Disordered eating

See more: https://bebodypositive.org.uk/what-are-you-looking-for/

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A journey towards positive body image and being comfortable

Support for young people, parents, carers and professionals

Improve eating behaviours and relationship with food

Build positive body image

Identify concerns around body image and disordered eating

...more content coming soon!

Explore our educational modules

Intuitive and balanced eating

Feeling comfortable in your body

Breaking free from diet culture

Managing anxiety around food

Understanding hunger

Support a young person with ARFID as well as very picky or fussy eaters

Understanding disordered eating

Recognising the signs and signals

Supporting emotional regulation

What is Disordered Eating?

Disordered Eating is a phrase used to describe a range of irregular eating behaviours that may or may not warrant a diagnosis of a specific eating disorder.

People who experience disordered eating, whether diagnosed with an Eating Disorder or not, often have poor emotional awareness and have limited access to emotion regulation strategies.

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What is Body Image?

We can't always see the extent of somebody's body image struggles. Body image is the way you:

Evaluate your appearance

Think and feel about the way your body looks and functions

Behave, treat and relate to your body

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What is AFRID?

People with ARFID eat a very limited variety or amount of food and it causes problems in their lives. These problems may be health related, like loosing too much weight, or not getting enough nutrients.

These problems may also be social, like not being able to eat meals with others.

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What is Normal Eating?

Normal eating is flexible. It varies in response to your emotions, schedule, hunger and proximity to food.

Examples of 'normal' eating include being able to eat when you're hungry and continue eating until you are satisfied, overeating and undereating at times and giving yourself permission to eat all foods.

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Uncover the path to a more positive relationship with food and your body with Be Body Positive. Your new go-to destination for information and resources on disordered eating and body image.

✓ Evidence-based coping strategies

✓ Stories and experiences

✓ Quizzes and games

✓ And so much more!

The content is designed by a team of experts specifically for young people and tested by young people. We provide the support and guidance you need to overcome challenges around eating, body image and self-care.

With resources for parents/carers as well as youth workers, teachers and health professionals, there is something new to learn for everyone.

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Designed as an early intervention, Be Body Positive promotes building a positive relationship with food and your body.

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School Age Clinic (Pediatricians at Hackney Ark)

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School Age Clinic (Pediatricians at Hackney Ark)

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Referral criteria

Over 5’s with the following;

Down syndrome or other chromosomal abnormality that requires annual screening (NB not all syndromes/chromosomal abnormalities require follow up)

New into the UK with medical and/or educational needs requiring community paediatrician eg diagnosed ASD/LD/any children who meet criteria for school age clinic

Cerebral palsy GMFCS 1&2 to be referred in by physiotherapist when child in year 6 and again when they are in year 10 or other health/education concerns

Metabolic syndromes associated with regression/ requiring support in education

Assessment and diagnosis of Developmental coordination disorder

Children who are not able to access education due to physical health needs (not SEMH – who are seen in CAMHS) - until support/alternative education in place – on a case by case basis following discussion with DMO

Children who meet the above criteria who have recently moved into the borough

Children with vision/hearing needs impacting access to education

Discharge Criteria

Those who have appropriate support in education setting +/- EHCP and have been signposted/referred to appropriate support

Those with complex medical needs who have all specialists involved and appropriate support in school setting

Those in special schools who can be seen by school doctors

Developmental coordination disorder – following diagnosis

Referrals not suitable for School Age Clinic

Children transferring into borough with learning disability and EHCP in previous borough

Children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) issues

Children who require ASD/ADHD (& associated behavioural needs) assessment – should be seen by dedicated streams within CAMHS

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What is Health Spot City and Hackney:

Health Spot City and Hackney offers young people aged 11 to 25 health and wellbeing support, guidance and information in the space and places that young people are.

Where:

Upstairs at Young Hackney Forest Road Youth Hub

29 Forest Road E8 3BY

What can you get an appointment for?

Physical health

Mental health

Sexual Health

Drug and Alcohol Use

Anything else you're worried about

Can I bring a friend?

Yes, you can bring a friend, or ask a youth worker to support you.

Schedule

Monday 6-8pm: Health & Chill plus access to free condoms

Monday 6:30-7:30pm (fortnightly): Careers and life goals

Tuesday 3-7PM: Sexual health (STI Testing, contraception and advice)

Tuesday 6-8PM: Well being and employability workshops.

Thursday 4-8PM: GP appointments

Thursday 6-9PM: Mental Health Checkins

Friday 6-8PM (Monthly): Drugs & Alcohol Advice

Friday 3-7PM: Stop Smoking Support

How to book:

You can drop in or email HealthSpot@hackney.gov.uk

Health Spot City and Hackney - Young Hackney

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Led by and for women and girls, Sunbeams supports 8-16 year old girls and women from Hackney’s Stamford Hills Orthodox Jewish community, with their mental health.

Services include weekly 1:1 mentoring and therapeutic activity-based sessions; group mentoring and peer support; and guidance and support for parents. They can offer support for:

Building Confidence and Self Esteem, Social Skills, Wellbeing and School Engagement.

Sunbeams also works closely with local Orthodox Jewish schools, providing training for staff and a mental health forum.

Contact details for Sunbeams is

admin@sunbeamslondon.org.uk

or myself at rostreicher@sunbeamslondon.org.uk

The office number is 020 3519 8878. I am also happy with being contacted on 07539 458 876.

The Sunbeams centre is 97 Stamford Hill, 2nd Floor.

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Please find a full list of services for LGBTQ+ young people below, below including our training offer.

Youth Mentoring service provides individual sessions to support LGBTQ+ young people aged 12-24 with issues and concerns relevant to their lived experiences. This could include a space and opportunity to:

explore their LGBTQ+ identities

develop strategies to build and sustain confidence and self-acceptance

develop coping mechanisms for future coming out, or dealing with anti-LGBTQ+ hate

gain increased knowledge and information on sexual orientation and gender identities and/ or LGBTQ+ rights.

gain confidence to attend elop youth groups and events

Allocated a LGBT+ mentor

Our LGBTQ+ youth mentoring is not therapy or a clinical intervention and should not be used as an alternative should either be needed. Instead, mentoring is more flexible, and an informal space for topics suggested by the young people themselves.  Our mentoring service is free and can be held via phone or online via Microsoft Teams.   Sessions are usually weekly for up to 6 months and last for up to one hour per session.

Youth Groups for LGBTQ+ young people aged 12-18. elop’s youth groups provide a safe, inclusive, and affirmative space to make friends, enjoy activities and share experiences with other LGBTQ+ young people. They run every Tuesday evening in Walthamstow at the following times.

·        12-15s 4.30–6.30pm

·         15-18s 7-9.00pm

Our LGBTQ+ 18-25s Group likewise provides a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ young people aged 18-25 to meet other members of the community, share experiences, take part in fun activities, and talk all things LGBTQ+. They run every 2ND and 4TH Monday of the month on Microsoft Teams, from 7-8.30PM.

Counselling: free for under 18s, or low-cost for over 18s. This is talking therapy with a counsellor, and this service currently has a waitlist.

Any young person who has registered is open to our youth activities and events programme. This is free LGBT+ events such as board game cafes, meetups, bowling, films, LGBT+ specific activities

How to register?

A young person can register themselves by contacting us at youth@elop.org or calling 07720 461 158 (elop Youth line)

If self-registration is not suitable you can also register on the young person’s behalf with their consent.

Following this the first step is usually for us to have a phone call with young person or professional to discuss the registration and then book in for an initial appointment.

Initial appointments can be with a trusted adult if necessary.

All youth services are confidential, and we discuss the limits to confidentiality with young people. We also discuss expectations, goals and hopes with young people, mentoring is a collaborative process.

Contact details

youth@elop.org

07720 461 158

(avail. 9:00-17:00 Mon, Wed, Fri; and 12:30-16:00 Tues).

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Counselling for LGBTQ communities (not specific to young people)

The Pink Practice - Counselling and Psychotherapy in the LGBTQ Communities

Ph: 020 7060 4000 Monday to Friday 9-5

Email: info@pinkpractice.co.uk

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The Pink Practice - Counselling and Psychotherapy in the LGBTQ Communities

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The Pink Practice - counsellors and psychotherapists for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in London using social constructionist and systemic therapy.

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Our Project Indigo LGBTQI+ youth group offers a safe, supportive space in which to meet other LGBTQI+ young people.

It is open to anyone aged 16-25 who identifies as LGBTQI+ or is questioning their sexuality or gender identity. Offer of 1:1 Youth Work support is also available for 13-16 year olds.

If you would like to join the group, come along any Thursday 5.30-7.30pm or email us at indigo@family-action.org.uk

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Gendered Intelligence - In person Youth groups

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Our in-person spaces give young people the opportunity to get together, meet other trans, non-binary and gender-questioning people and speak to trustworthy adults who are also trans.

Age range: 8-25

In person London Groups:

After arrivals each group starts with an (optional) opening circle in which everyone gets to introduce themselves with their name and pronouns. After that, there are activities planned by youth workers you can join, do arts and crafts, take part in conversations, eat snacks, or just enjoy the space and chill. You get to choose what you want to do in the group, and our youth workers will be there to support you to make the group work for you.

Online:

8-12s Group: Second Saturday each month, 1-4pm (Islington)

11-16s Group: Third Saturday of each month, 1-4pm (Islington - paused until April 2024)

16-20s Group: Second Tuesday monthly, 6-9pm (Bethnal Green)

Community Saturdays (11-25s): Last Saturday each month, 1-4pm (Islington)

TPOCalypse (16-25s): Third Tuesday of each month, 5.30- 8.30pm (Bethnal Green)

Swimming (11-25s): Last Saturday monthly, 5-8pm (Elephant & Castle)

Email youthwork@genderedintelligence.co.uk if you would like to attend.

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Trans counselling

Peer Mentoring

Transgroups and workshops

Health Advocacy

Trans Podcasts

Website: Trans Counselling (spectra-london.org.uk)

As at 31/07/24, adult counselling is closed, but art therapy workshop is open, and there is also peer mentoring and health.

Counselling for young people can be requested here:

Trans Counselling (spectra-london.org.uk)

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Unfortunately, due to high demand and significantly longer wait times, we have made the difficult decision to close the trans counselling referral pathway until further notice.

We are working towards securing the resources that will allow us to increase capacity in order to meet the needs of all individuals who engage with Spectra's services.

We are committed to ensuring that this service continues to deliver high-quality, peer-led support and does so in such a way that is both sustainable and robust.

Clients who have already completed a registration form remain on the waiting list and will be contacted as soon as possible.

We look forward to updating you soon.

Free and confidential counselling for people who identify as trans, non-binary or are questioning their gender identity and are based in London.

Our trans counselling service is free, confidential, and run by counsellors identifying under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. Although we are a service for people who identify as trans, non-binary or questioning, the reason for coming to counselling can be absolutely anything and does not have to revolve solely around your gender identity. The service exists to provide a safe space for people who may find it difficult or daunting to access counselling from other services.

Once we have received your registration form you will be invited for an initial conversation to determine whether counselling with us is the right fit for you at the moment. Following this you may be offered up to 12 sessions of weekly one to one counselling, which will usually be at the same time and day each week.

Unfortunately, we are currently only able to provide counselling to individuals based in the greater London area. Those living elsewhere in the UK are welcome to access Spectra's Peer Groups.

If you would like to find out more about this service, please email counselling@spectra-london.org.uk for more information.

If you are aged between 16 and 18, you can access young person counselling within our UNI-T Project and you refer via the following pathway: Referral Form.

Spectra's Trans Art Therapy Groups
Registration OPEN!

If you are interested in group therapy, Spectra's Trans Art Therapy Groups are open for regitrations. We welcome applications from all eligible people who live or work in London.
Trans Art Therapy Groups
Other services

You can also consider accessing Spectra's other trans services, such as Peer Mentoring, Social Groups and Health Advocacy . Our LGBTQ Youth Counselling accept new registrations for those who are 16-18 years old and based in London. More infomration can be found here.

You can also find two documents below, comprising a list of alternative options for other free and/or low-cost counselling and psychotherapy, and a separate resource pack with alternative sources of wellbeing support such as helplines, online forums and peer-support.

Unfortunately, Spectra isn't able to offer immediate or crisis support. If you fear you may be at risk of seriously harming yourself or another person, please contact your GP or go to the Accident and Emergency department at your nearest hospital which is accessible 24 hours per day.

Helplines and Listening Services provided by others

LGBTQ+Switchboard LGBT+ helpline for more than 45 years. Open daily 10am-10pm. Call 0300 330 0630.

Gendered Intelligence Support Line- Mon/Tues/Thurs 2-7pm/Wed/Friday 10-3pm 0330 3559678Text/Whatsapp: 07592 650 496. supportline@genderedintelligence.co.uk.

Mindline Trans+ support line for trans, non-binary or gender variant, and their families, friends, colleagues and carers. The phone line is open Mondays and Fridays 8pm to midnight. Phone: 0300 330 5468.

Give Us a Shout is the UK's first 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It's a place to go if you're struggling to cope and you need immediate help. Text Shout to 85258.

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Youth club where people can register and sign up for activities.

Activities include Employment and Education Training, Girls Project, Football Training, Primary school youth club, Secondary school youth club, basketball games.

Also, 1:1 Mentoring and Transitions (Y6-7) available for CYP attending Thomas Fairchild Primary School and City of London Academy Shoreditch Park.

Located in Hoxton:

Term timetable • SkyWay

info@skyway.london 020 7729 6970

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Activity locations

The Blue Hut

49 Provost Street, Hoxton, London N1 7NZ

Phone: 020 7490 4531

Nearby stations: Hoxton (1.1km) / Old Street (0.3 km)
Bus routes: 21, 43, 76, 135, 141, 205, 214, 271, 394, N205
Check your journey
Damilola Taylor Centre

1 East Surrey Grove, Peckham, London SE15 6DR

Phone: 020 7703 9996

Nearby stations: Peckham Rye (1.4km) / Peckham Queens Road (1.7 km)
Bus routes: 12, 36, 63, 136, 171, 343, 345, 363, 436, N89, N63, N136, N171, N343, P13
Check your journey

SkyWay's sessions are free. There's no need to book - just turn up.

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XLP Mentoring is for young people who need a trusted adult in their life to support them due to being:

excluded or at risk of exclusion from school;

involved, or at risk of becoming involved, in antisocial behaviour or exploitation;

isolated from their family and community due to issues such as family breakdown or social anxiety.

We have limited spaces available on our mentoring programme as we depend on volunteer mentor availability. Please contact your local XLP Mentoring Manager to discuss the referral before completing the form so we can ensure we have space on the programme.

After accepting a referral, we'll arrange an assessment meeting with the parent/carer and young person. This helps ensure suitability and commitment. We'll then match them with a suitable mentor. There is no set timescale for this process and we ask that referrers are patient with us as we look to make the best possible mentoring match.

​Please note that we are not set up to work with young people who, due to their high risk needs or the requirement of specialised help, would not be safe in a 1-2-1 environment with a volunteer mentor.

Contact: baribor.giokabari@xlp.org.uk

Referral Form: Mentoring Referral (site.com)

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XLP’s schools mentoring project is for young people who attend the schools we work in. The project is for those who need a trusted youth worker in their life to support them. Youth workers meet up with a young person for one hour a week over the course of a year.

The project is typically aimed at those who are at risk of exclusion from school, involved in criminal or antisocial behaviour, or isolated from their family and community.

We have limited spaces on the programme and we depend on the capacity of the youth worker. For this reason, we would encourage you to contact the XLP Youth Worker in your school to discuss the referral before you complete the form to make sure they have time.

Contact: shana.senkyrie@xlp.org.uk

Referral Form: XLP Exclusion Reduction Referral (google.com)

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Workshops run by clinicians from First Steps, a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).

What we’re offering:

• A way of identifying who is in your team.

• A way of noticing what skills you have available to you in your team.

• A way of coming together to share stories about our success and hopes

The referral criteria include:

Young girls aged 11-13

Interest in football or sports

Any level of ability

Can be referred alongside FS intervention

Contact: 020 7014 7135 or refer through CAMHS Single Point of Access.

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MHST have an Education Mental Health Practitioner based in most secondary schools one day per week who provide a range of evidence based interventions including:

Group based therapy

Guided self help for anxiety and low mood (6-8 sessions)

Schools can refer directly by speaking to their link EMHP.

Link to MHST Flyer for Parents: [FINAL] Secondary School Parent MHST Brochure - November 2023 (emlfiles4.com)

Link to MHST Flyer for Young People: [FINAL] Secondary YP MHST Brochure - November 2023 (emlfiles4.com)

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Pathway within Talking Therapies (CBT) for 16 and 17 years old

Contact: 020 7014 7135 or refer through CAMHS Single Point of Access.

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Young people who have never needed to access mental health services in the past, who are presenting with mild mental health symptoms can access 6-8 sessions of manualised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with a CWP.

The courses for young people aged 11-18 are:

Adolescent Anxiety

Low mood

Contact: 020 7014 7135 or refer through CAMHS Single Point of Access

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Contact: First Steps 0207 014 7135

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For Y6 students transitioning to secondary school. Colab between Hackney Quest and First Steps.

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Groups are run by our friendly and supportive practitioners at different locations across the borough . Please use one of the links below to register and one of us will call you to confirm the start date of your group.

Please note young parents must be aged 12 -19 years old or up to 25 years old with SEND needs.

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Getting More Help options should be considered when a young person has a clear mental health need that has persisted over time, despite having received help.

Interventions could include longer-term psychotherapeutic interventions (CBT, Family Therapy, Psychotherapy), groups or individual work for specific traumatic events.

These are for young people and families who might be experiencing some level of risk, including self harm, significant behaviour dysregulation, and moderate-severe depression or anxiety.

CAMHS services that provide 'getting more help' are Specialist CAMHS & Children's Eating Disorder Team

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Grief in Pieces: Support for Suicide Loss has launched a dedicated postvention pathway for Children and Young People who have experienced suicide bereavement.  Grief in Pieces is part of the Mind in North East London & Safe Connections collaborative and is available to residents living in the Northeast boroughs: Hackney and the City of London, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Havering and Barking & Dagenham.  Since 2021, we have been running as a service for adults and are pleased to now offer specialised support for children, young people and families.

Grief in Pieces offers a range of options including individual, group and family support. We are hoping that we could work together with regards to referring people to our service.

Online Workshop on 12th December 4-5pm

On 12th December 2024 4-5pm, we will be holding a virtual workshop for young people aged between 11 and 18 who have faced bereavement through suicide. Please see the above poster. We would be grateful if you could share this with anyone you think might benefit.

Should you need any more information regarding our support after suicide groups, please don’t hesitate to contact us on supportforsuicideloss@mindchwf.org.uk or on 07949 879557.

You can also find more information on mental health and wellbeing at www.mindchwf.org.uk

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Young people In Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Newham who are expecting a bereavement or have experienced one, can be referred to St Joseph's Hospice.

Ph: 0300 30 30 400

Email: stjosephs.firstcontact@nhs.net

Website: Make a Referral » St. Joseph's Hospice (stjh.org.uk)

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Email

Clinical Help, Schools Division

Resources

If you have any queries or concerns regarding the materials and resources we use or refer to please can you email schoolsinmind@annafreud.org

Want to work with us?

If you would like to find out about current vacancies at Anna Freud, please visit our vacancies page.

Participation Champions

We are always looking for parents/carers and young people who have experience using mental health services to join our work with us in the development of our organisation, as a Volunteer Champion.

For more information please contact participation@annafreud.org

Where to find us

Anna Freud (London office) - 4-8 Rodney Street, London, N1 9JH

Anna Freud (Manchester office) - Huckletree Ancoats, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, M4 5AD

Switchboard: (0)20 7794 2313

Email: info@annafreud.org

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Includes Helpline 3PM-8PM Mon-Fri

Tel: 0808 801 0677

1:1 Webchat and Peer Support Online

Self-help Resources

Parents/Carers Helpline and Peer Support

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Struggling with an eating disorder? Caring for someone who is? Beat is here to support you.

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A specialist CAMHS Service for Children and young people aged up to 18 who are experiencing an eating disorder.

It is part of the CAMHS Service that covers Newham, Tower Hamlets and City & Hackney.

***PLEASE FIND OUT THE BELOW INFORMATION BEFORE CONTACTING CEDS***

Weight loss Hx…

·       Current weight

·       Rate of weight loss

·       Highest ever weight

·       Lowest ever weight

·       Ideal weight or target

·       When did it start?

Diet hx…

·       24 hour diet history (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks inc milk… dairy, oat etc)

·       When did restrictive diet begin?

·       Do they count calories?

·       Any food avoidance? Eg vegan/vegetarian/gluten free etc

·       Allergies or intolerances?

·       Mealtimes – eat alone? skip meals? Who prepares?

Compensatory behaviours

·       Steps taken to lose weight?

·       Any exercise? How much? How long? How frequent? What type? Any PE at school?

·       Binge eating? If so, any distress? Any guilt after? Any shame?

·       Purging? Vomiting/laxative/diuretics (inc. caffeine) (how much, frequency etc)

Core symptoms:

·       Preoccupied by own weight?

·       How do they perceive their own body?

·       Feat of gaining weight/getting fat

·       Feelings about body when looking in mirror?

·       Body checking? Excessive checking or avoidance?

·       How would you feel if you couldn’t control your weight?

·       What have others said about your weight?

Physical symptoms:

·       Menarche? LMP? Regular irregular? (obviously not applicable to males)

·       Fatigue? Tired? Weak?

·       Sensitivity to cold?

·       Dizzy? Lightheaded?

·       Constipation?

·       Abdo pain?

·       Lanugo hair?

·       Fractures?

·       Recent hospital admission?

To discuss a possible referral, please phone 0208 215 5270 or email elt-tr.elceds-cyp@nhs.net

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They have a number of services, including face-to-face or telephone counselling, group work, and children’s therapy

Domestic Abuse Service | Jewish Women's Aid (jwa.org.uk)

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Our professional Domestic Abuse Service offers practical and emotional support for women affected by domestic violence and abuse

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***The Courage Group can only be accessed by Young People currently receiving Care Coordination from Specialist CAMHS***

The COURRAGE approach aims to improve the mental health of women experiencing violence, abuse and complex trauma through combining collective narrative therapy with indigenous principles and practices anchored to values, ritual and ceremony. It was developed by Ncazelo Ncube-Milo, a Zimbabwean Psychologist who works in South Africa, known for the Tree of Life Methodology.

This group is an E&B Pilot offering to girls and non-binary young people.

Who is the group for: 14–17-year-old girls and non-binary young people who have experienced sexual violence

They must be receiving active care coordination and therapy – whilst we aren’t doing processing work, there will be recounting of traumatic experiences so important that they have a containing space outside of the group

If there have been suicide attempts or ongoing self-harm, we need an up to date safety plan.

If there is an ongoing court case or police involvement, please let us know, so we can ensure that we discuss with CCO, YP and families.

We are not able to take RED rag young people

How to share with young people:

We would love to come and talk to young people about COURRAGE, Natalie, Rougi or I would be happy to join part of a session to say hello and talk a bit about the group.

It might help to let them know that COURRAGE is a space for young people who have had similar experiences to come together to connect and share about stories of survival. We will be thinking together about how we get through difficult times and what helps us. There is no expectation that experiences of sexual violence need to be discussed in detail, but there will be space for this if the young person feels comfortable. We will do talking together as well as creating our own COURRAGE journals.

Referral Form:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO48Ex_2W6iR1ElxKUhM36EPpUNjNKRlkzVTI4STNCNkJVTThRSzQyRldERi4u

When:

Thursday October 10th -  December 12th. It will be at Homerton Row, on Thursdays from 4.00pm – 5.30pm.

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***ONLY FOR YOUNG PEOPLE OPEN TO SPECIALIST CAMHS WITH A CARE COORDINATOR****

The group is open to all young people across the whole service aged between 14 and 18, who experience voices or any other multi-sensory experiences (e.g., seeing things, feeling things etc), regardless of how they may conceptualise those experiences . The experiences do not need to be understood within the framework of psychosis or any other diagnosis, and they do not have to be causing the child distress.

The ethos behind Hearing Voices Groups is that hearing voices and other multi-sensory experiences are meaningful experiences that can be understood in many ways. Hearing voices are not, in themselves, the core problem or an indication of illness. It is the fear, isolation, stigma, powerless and hopelessness that can cause distress and an interruption to life.

The plan is for the Hearing voices group to be a peer support group, based on a strong ethos of self-help. It is not a psychoeducation or skills-based group in its essence but there will be space for this if the group members indicate that it would be helpful.

When: Wednesdays 4-5:30pm 4th November - 11th December (Referrals are due by 28/10/24)

Where: 15 Homerton Row E9 6ED

Referral form (for care coordinators at Specialist CAMHS only): Hearing Voices Group Referral Form (office.com)

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HEADS UP - Mental Health Early Detection Service

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HEADS UP is an NHS service for young people aged 18 to 35 living in the City of London and London Borough of Hackney who may be at risk of developing psychosis and would like help in relation to their mental health concerns.

Interventions provided support young people to develop an understanding of their unusual experiences, to maintain community links and mental health strategies. The specialist team is composed of skilled and experienced multi-disciplinary professionals.  The service is offered for up to 2 years.

Referrals are accepted from GPs, Primary and Secondary Mental Health Services and other services such as children's services and housing, via Single Point of Access (SPA) Team, Vivienne Cohen House, Cedar Lodge 2 Crozier Terrace London E9 6AT,

Contact: 020 3222 8000 // elft.ch.spa@nhs.net

Website: HEADS UP - Mental Health Early Detection Service | East London NHS Foundation Trust (elft.nhs.uk)

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HEADS UP is an NHS service for young people aged 18 to 35 living in the City of London and London Borough of Hackney. It is an Early Detection Service for young people who might be at risk of developing psychosis.

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Parent Infant Psychotherapy in Specialist CAMHS

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Parent Infant Psychotherapy in Specialist CAMHS

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Referral to Specialist CAMHS - Parents under 18 or babies 0-2

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What we do Early emotional support for children and young people, aged 3-18 (and their families), who have disclosed sexual abuse. It provides support and early help to deal with traumatic experiences in eight London boroughs: Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. It is expected that children, young people and their families will be supported for 10 weeks, while longer term psychological support or treatment is identified. Children and young people are referred to the service by relevant professionals in the borough.

Contact details

07519294000

tigerservices@barnardos.org.uk

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A place of hope and support for children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse. For children and young people living in Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington – however, they will accept referrals from young people who are registered with a GP practice in City or Hackney.

https://www.thelighthouse-london.org.uk/

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At The Lighthouse we want to make sure children recover from the upset that sexual abuse can cause. We focus on getting children and young people the right help at the right time, by putting all the services needed to respond to sexual abuse under one roof.

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North East London Child Sexual Abuse Hub

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North East London Child Sexual Abuse Hub

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The North East London Sunrise hub is a holistic, child-centred, and integrated approach to supporting the recovery of children and their families who have been affected by sexual abuse. A child or young person coming through the service can expect to be supported by children’s doctors, nursing teams, health play specialists, and wellbeing practitioners.

The service now has a new health and emotional wellbeing joint referral form, which was introduced on 27 March.

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Support women and girls who are victims of sexual violence.

Services Offered: Child and young people’s services, Counselling, Groups, Helpline, Independent Sexual Violence Advocacy (ISVA) service, Practical support/casework, Young women's advocacy.

Service Criteria: East London Rape Crisis Service provide free, confidential specialist help for women and girls aged 14+ who have experienced sexual violence at any time in their life.

They offer: helpline support, counselling, Independent Sexual Violence Advocates (ISVA), Young Women and Girls Advocates, workshops and therapeutic support groups.

Website: https://niaendingviolence.org.uk/get-help/sexual-violence-and-abuse/

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Experiences of sexual violence and abuse are really common among people under the age of 18. If that’s you, this page can help you find support.

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'Getting Risk Support' options should be considered when a young person's mental health is placing themselves or others at risk.

Interventions could include regular sessions to monitor risk, safety planning, and multi-agency meetings to ensure safety.

These are for young people and families who might be affected by severe self harm, suicidal ideation, psychosis, or eating disorder that is posing a physical risk.

CAMHS services that provide 'Getting Risk Support' are Specialist CAMHS, CAMHS Extended Crisis Team, CAMHS Home Treatment Team, Children's Eating Disorder Team

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Definition of Autism & ADHD Specific Support

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Definition of Autism & ADHD Specific Support

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'Autism and ADHD Specific Support' refers to young people and families who are having difficulties specifically related to Autism or ADHD.

Interventions could include coaching on how to manage symptoms related to ADHD and autism, social groups for young people, and groups for parents and young people about how to understand and manage symptoms of Autism and ADHD.

These are for young people and families where children have Autism or ADHD and their difficulties are related to these diagnoses.

CAMHS Services that provide 'ADHD, Autism & SEN Specific Support' are First Steps, CAMHS Disability, and Specialist CAMHS

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City and Hackney CAMHS Adolescent Mental Health Team - Early Intervention Service

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City and Hackney CAMHS Adolescent Mental Health Team - Early Intervention Service

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City and Hackney CAMHS have an Early Intervention Psychosis team who work with young people at risk of experiencing psychosis, or who are experiencing a period of psychosis.

They will be offered regular reviews, medical monitoring, and therapeutic intervention that may support the young person to understand and manage their symptoms, as well as working on any underlying distress that may exacerbate the symptoms.

To refer: Phone 0203 222 5600 and ask to speak to the duty clinician to determine suitability of referral. Then place a referral through our Single Point of Access Referral Process and Details - City & Hackney CAMHS (cityandhackneycamhs.org.uk)

In an emergency: Call our crisis line on 0800 073 0006 or go immediately to your local A&E.

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EQUIP Team (Early Intervention City and Hackney)

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EQUIP Team (Early Intervention City and Hackney)

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Equip works with people aged 18-65 experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The service is offered for up to 3 years. Emphasis is placed on maximising mental health recovery and quality of life, as well as educational, vocational, and community inclusion. The specialist team is composed of skilled and experienced multi-disciplinary professionals.

New referrals are offered an appointment with a qualified mental health worker within two weeks of referral.

Website: EQUIP Team (Early Intervention City & Hackney) | East London NHS Foundation Trust (elft.nhs.uk)

Ph: 020 3222 8000

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For people experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Schizophrenia and other Severe symptoms of mental illness.

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Battle scars offer a free 'Discovery Journal' for young people who feel alone, worried or overwhelmed and are keeping their self harm or eating disorder a secret from adults.

It is designed for young people aged 10-17 and can be ordered from this website:

Workbook for 10-17 year-olds - Battle Scars (battle-scars-self-harm.org.uk)

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Are you between 10 and 17 years old?

Do you do things that cause your body and mind harm (including not eating properly)?

Would you like to change all or some parts of this behaviour?

Would you like to find ways to manage self-harm and your life without having to hurt yourself?

​Do you live in the UK?

If you answered yes to these questions, you can request the Discovery Journal for free (see below). It will be posted out to you in a discreet padded envelope with no mention of Battle Scars or self-harm.

​ Check out the PDF before ordering to see if you this could be useful to you. Feel free to leave us feedback.

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Body & Soul is an innovative charity that uses a comprehensive, community-based and trauma-informed approach to address the life-threatening effects of childhood adversity in people of all ages.

You Are Not Alone:

Who: young people (13-19) who have attempted suicide

What:

A weekly session of group-based therapy, with an emphasis on practical steps you can take when life feels really difficult.

Ongoing support throughout the week, with access to: legal experts; help with housing or employment; academic mentors; an adult you trust who can talk to family, school or doctors on your behalf; and a wider team with rich therapeutic experience who really want to understand you

You can nominate a friend or family member to access support that explores some of these interpersonal challenges and helps strengthen those bonds again.

How:

If you are self-referring please complete the online referral form here or call us on 0207 923 6880.

If you are a professional and would like to make a referral, please complete the online form here or contact referrals@bodyandsoulcharity.org

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Our Mind the Gap Monthly Drop-in Group is open to Autistic young people aged 12 to 18 years.

Held monthly every third Thursday evenings at 5:00-6:30 PM, Hackney Ark, Downs Park Road, E8 2FP, this group provides a safe and welcoming space where young people can:

Enjoy fun activities and games

Connect with other young people

Learn more about neurodiversity

Upcoming dates:

8th May

12th June

10th July

It’s the perfect environment for young people to socialise and build confidence in a supported setting run by professionals from the Targeted Health Outreach team, MHST in Schools, and an Autistic young person. For more details, please see the flyer HERE.

How to Access the Group?

Parents, carers, and young people aged 16+ can register their interest by emailing huh-tr.mindthegap@nhs.net.

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The course is free to attend and is open to all parents and carers of children aged 6-12 with ADHD whether they have a diagnosis or not.

When: Every Tuesday from 24 February to 21 April (break for Easter Half-Term) 10:30am to 12:30pm

Where: London Museum Studios, 1 East Poultry Avenue, EC1A 9PT

Book: City of London Best Start Family Hub - 020 3838 1420

beststartfamilyhub@cityoflondon.gov.uk

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City of London ADHD Parenting Programme (Flyer 3)

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This pilot programme will run for 8 weeks.

When: New Group set to start in April - contact Family Action to enquire

Where: Textile Building in Central Hackney.

We will use a combination of art-based activities as part of our therapeutic approach. Each week, we will explore a different art form—such as clay modelling, painting, and collage-making—to support creative expression, emotional wellbeing, and social connection.

Please find here the r eferral link.

We will contact each referred young person to arrange an initial assessment, so we can better understand their needs and how to support them effectively.

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North East London Behaviour Intensive Community Support Service

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North East London Behaviour Intensive Community Support Service

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The North East London Behaviour Intensive Community Support Service will work with CYP, their families, and their network using a positive behaviour support (PBS) model to:

Complete a Functional Behaviour Assessment, and implement a PBS plan to increase skills and decrease BoC

Implement a crisis intervention for those CYP at immediate risk

Provide training to families and networks

Referral criteria include:

CYP resides in a NEL borough

CYP is under 18

Would meet the criteria for the Dynamic Support Register

The CYP has a diagnosis of ASD and/or LD or is highly likely to receive

CYP already has professionals involved e.g., social worker/CAMHS.

Check out this presentation to learn more about the service and use this form for referrals. The new service will also be running online training for parents/ carers finding it difficult to support children displaying BoC. Please see this flyer for further details about the training.

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Occupational therapy can help with:

life skills such as self care skills (e.g., toileting, dressing, sleep and eating)

school skills (attention, focus, writing and cutting)

Play skills (turn taking and sharing)

Drop in is for children and young people aged 0 to 18 years.

Families will set a goal for children to work toward in their everyday life.

Dates: Monthly - Tuesdays 1-4pm

Where: Hackney Ark, Downs Park Road E8 2PF

To book:

huh-tr.childrensotptevents@nhs.net 020 7014 7025

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B-Creative - An arts Activism Project by young women for young women aged 16-25

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B-Creative - An arts Activism Project by young women for young women aged 16-25

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For young people aged 16-25 who identify as young women including dear, disabled, neurodiverse, LGBTQ+, and global majority.

Visit exhibitions, performances, galleries and gardens

Watch waterside film screenings

Take part in creative workshops

Gain insight into creative careers

Develop creative skills in different art forms

Reflect on themes of love, kindness, freedom and visibility

Curate your own end of summer event

Photography, visual arts, textiles, poetry, film, performance, dance etc.

WHEN:

Thursday evenings in July

Tuesday afternoons in August

Thursday evenings in September

CONTACT

projects@allchangearts.org

07949 861 284

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School Age Clinic (Pediatricians at Hackney Ark)

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School Age Clinic (Pediatricians at Hackney Ark)

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Referral criteria

Over 5’s with the following;

·Down syndrome or other chromosomal abnormality that requires annual screening (NB not all syndromes/chromosomal abnormalities require follow up)

New into the UK with medical and/or educational needs requiring community paediatrician eg diagnosed ASD/LD/any children who meet criteria for school age clinic

Cerebral palsy GMFCS 1&2 to be referred in by physiotherapist when child in year 6 and again when they are in year 10 or other health/education concerns

Metabolic syndromes associated with regression/ requiring support in education

Assessment and diagnosis of Developmental coordination disorder

Children who are not able to access education due to physical health needs (not SEMH – who are seen in CAMHS) - until support/alternative education in place – on a case by case basis following discussion with DMO

Children who meet the above criteria who have recently moved into the borough

Children with vision/hearing needs impacting access to education

Discharge Criteria

Those who have appropriate support in education setting +/- EHCP and have been signposted/referred to appropriate support

Those with complex medical needs who have all specialists involved and appropriate support in school setting

Those in special schools who can be seen by school doctors

Developmental coordination disorder – following diagnosis

Referrals not suitable for School Age Clinic

Children transferring into borough with learning disability and EHCP in previous borough

Children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) issues

Children who require ASD/ADHD (& associated behavioural needs) assessment – should be seen by dedicated streams within CAMHS

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The Nature Connection group is for Autistic young people in Hackney aged 13-18 (or who are on the Autism diagnostic pathway) who are experiencing difficulties in attending education due to anxiety or sensory needs.

Activities include:

Nature based art activities

Woodcraft

Planting

Clay

Campfire Cooking

Slack Lining

Den Building

Fire Lighting

You can choose want you want to do; feel free to participate as much (or as little) as you want, relaxing in hammocks is very welcomed!

Parent Carers are welcome to stay onsite and tea & coffee are provided inside.

Contact: Miranda Gavin & Chrissy Baxter Phone: 07949305401 Email: huh-tr.tho@nhs.net

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Hackney Educational Psychology Service (EPS)

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Hackney Educational Psychology Service (EPS)

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If a child or young person is having difficulty at school or college, staff will try to help them with interventions for pupils at SEN Support level including using the Graduated Response (PDF 846 KB).

If, despite getting help, the pupil does not make progress and parents have given their permission, the setting can ask an Educational Psychologist (EP) to suggest ways of helping.

The EP may then:

work with key members of staff in the school or setting

observe a child or young person

work with a child or young person individually

They may also contact other professionals who know the child or young person well.

The service also offers free bookable Educational Psychology Parent Advice Sessions independently of it's work in schools.

The sessions are open to all children young people and their families living in Hackney. This includes:

very young children not yet in school

children and young people who are out of school

children and young people who live in Hackney and attend settings in other boroughs

Please book using the online form or call the service to book a session slot.

Contact: 020 8820 7519, 020 8820 7000Option 4 then option 1, eps.admin@hackney.gov.uk

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The criteria for the provision of tuition due to medical needs are as follows:

the pupil is a resident of the London borough of Hackney (they may attend a school outside of Hackney)

the pupil is aged between 4 and 16; and

the pupil is temporarily absent (or due to be absent) for at least 15 consecutive school days (in a row) or absent (or due to be absent) for at least 15 days over the course of the current academic year - due to medical reasons, including mental and physical ill-health.

The referral must be supported by medical guidance from a Consultant level Doctor (not usually a GP) for physical health conditions or a CAMHS clinician for mental health needs.

Contact: MNTS Coordinators Andrea Alexander (07799 656545) or Juliette Harries (07827 282436). Additionally you can email mn.tuition@hackney.gov.uk.

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The Re-engagement Unit (REU) is a service that supports and advises children, families and schools. The aim of the service is to enable all children to be happy and to achieve well in school.

The REU works with the child, the teachers, the family and other professionals to help make a real change for the child.

Schools refer to the Re-engagement Unit

Contact: joseph.metcalf-mcqueeney@hackney.gov.uk; 020 8820 7133 / 07717 581394

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The Traveller Education Service works with Gypsy Roma and Traveller children and young people ranging from 0 to 19 years.

The service uses a multi-agency approach in order to achieve the best outcomes for Gypsy Roma and Traveller pupils by:

Providing support to families and schools with access, admission procedures, interviews and induction

Providing support to prevent school exclusions

Monitoring access and inclusion of Gypsy Roma and Traveller pupils

Promoting the inclusion of children in education by advising on interventions, support and plans for Gypsy Roma and Traveller children's inclusion

Helping forge positive relationships between schools and the community

Providing information to parents/carers about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Contact: 07917014318; siobhan.ryan@hackney.gov.uk

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'Specialist teachers are part of Hackney’s Integrated Send Service.  As an integrated service we’re committed to working in partnership with schools and families to support the development of inclusive practice across all Hackney settings.

We help schools to build their capacity for inclusion by using whole school and whole class approaches and then moving onto more targeted and specialist support for pupils that need it.  We use an assess, plan, do and review framework with schools to identify the next steps in a child or young person’s support journey. '

Find full information about Hackney Education's Specialist Teaching Services here.

Contact:

lydia.scaletti@hackney.gov.uk; 07920 287729 (Work mobile)

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Education, Health and Care Planning Team - EHCP Team

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Education, Health and Care Planning Team - EHCP Team

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The EHCP team can help with queries about:

The process of applying for an Education, Health, and Care (EHC)needs assessment which may lead to an EHC Plan being agreed as necessary.

The process for reviewing an EHC Plan for children and young people aged 0 to 25.

You can download and complete an EHC Needs Assessment Request from the document's library here.

CONTACT: 0208 820 7000 / option 4; sendbusinesssupport@hackney.gov.uk

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XLP Literacy & Numeracy 1-1 Tutoring and Literacy & Numeracy Group Referrals

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XLP Literacy & Numeracy 1-1 Tutoring and Literacy & Numeracy Group Referrals

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Individual and group tutoring:

Referral Form: XLP Literacy & Numeracy 1-1 Tutoring and Literacy & Numeracy Group Referrals (google.com)

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Wellbeing & Education Safeguarding

The Wellbeing and Education Safeguarding Team are offering short courses for children who are finding it difficult to attend school due to anxiety, low mood or other mental health needs resulting in a presentation of Emotional Based School Non Attendance. These courses will run for 5 or 6 weeks during the Summer Term, and are for groups of up to 8 children. The groups are an opportunity for children to interact with their peers in a low pressure child-lead learning environment, and should be seen as a supportive step to returning back into education.

Summer Term Courses 22nd April - 24th May

Music and Emotions Key Stage 3 and 4 - Mondays 12:30 - 14:00 at Linden Family Hub This course will explore music in relation to emotions. Children will compose a piece of music based on an emotion of their choice using a range of techniques and instruments. This course is for all abilities and for anyone with an interest in music.

Forest School (Upper) Key Stage 2 and 3 - Mondays 14:00 - 16:00 at Linden Family Hub An outdoor course which will be providing learner inspired, hands-on experiences in the natural environment.

Stop Motion - Key Stage 3 and 4 Fridays 14:00 - 15:00 at Ann Tayler Family Hub (Frampton Park) This course will explore how to film and edit your own stop motion animation using Lego, hand-drawn pictures, arts and crafts items - or anything else that your imagination can conjure up! You don't need any prior experience with filmmaking.

Summer Term Courses 3rd June - 12th July

Creative Arts Key Stage 3 and 4 Mondays 12:30 - 14:00 at Linden Family Hub This course is for anyone who likes to be creative and experimental! This course will explore a range of art techniques through drawing, painting and sculpture.

Year 6 Transition Support - Year 6 pupils with low attendance Fridays 13:00 - 14:30 at Ann Tayler Family Hub (Frampton Park) These will be supportive session exploring children’s worries and excitement around moving to Secondary School. Children will learn how to prepare for secondary school, how to manage their worries, and how to self advocate in a new environment.

Dungeons and Dragons After school club - Key Stage 3 Mondays 15:00 - 16:30 at Linden Family Hub Take part in an imaginary adventure that often involves exploring a castle or dungeon, defeating monsters and discovering treasure. No previous experience needed.

Online Sessions

Online Sessions - Key Stage 2, 3 and 4 We will be offering various online learning experiences throughout the summer.

To refer

a child onto any of the courses please fill in the following form and discuss with your School Attendance Support Officer: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16STehCCWh5J8tDpnDqR9Dqo5Hl1ku01ZRui-vrDely0/edit

If you would like to find out further information contact Rhiannon Eglin - Specialist Intervention Team Manager E. rhiannon.eglin@hackney.gov.uk T. 020 8820 (7522) M - 07483324410

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Hackney SENDIAGS (SEND Information, Advice and Guidance Service)

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Hackney SENDIAGS (SEND Information, Advice and Guidance Service)

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The Hackney SEND Information, Advice and Guidance Service (SENDIAGS) is an arm's length service providing impartial and confidential information, advice and support to parents and carers of and young people with Special Educational Needs and or Disabilities (SEND).

SENDIAGS runs a 24-hour 7 day a 7-day-a-week enquiry helpline.

The service also has a dedicated email for enquiries.

CONTACT: 020 7275 6036 (Advice Line), sendiags@hackney.gov.uk

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Our pilot program aims to deliver targeted support to young people suffering with emotionally based school non attendance (EBSNA). Led by a senior family support worker and a clinician, we deliver case work to understand the unique barriers contributing to school non-attendance. Through collaboration with the young person, their family, school, and other professionals, the program aims to implement personalised strategies and support systems to enhance the overall well-being and mental health of the child with the aim of improving school attendance.

HOW WE SUPPORT

Short term intervention (approximately 12 weeks) focusing on implementing individualised strategies to overcome barriers to school attendance

By providing one to one intervention with pupils to support them with barriers to school attendance such as anxiety,depression, self esteem, attachment and any other themes that are identified. Other support can include peer /positive relationships and parenting support

We will work closely with pupils, families, schools, and relevant professionals to implement personalised strategies and interventions

We will organise meeting with schools, parent/carers and professionals to create a support team tailored to your child's needs.

CRITERIA:

● Pupils who have attendance between 90-65%

● The pilot is open to pupils in KS1, 2, 3 and 4

● Pupils who are suffering from EBSNA

● Other services may already be involved with the family

REFERRAL FORM:

Emotional Based School Non-Attendance Support Referral (google.com)

CONTACT:

Nicky Pailing :020 8820 (2338) M. 07714171027

Atradies Peart Senior Family Support Worker Contact: 02083563996 M. 07922575522

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For YP any age (mostly 12+ but we will definitely accomodate younger if there is an interest to take part) who use SpCAMHS and for up to 12mths post discharge.

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This youth board links in with the 'Super Youth Hub' Project which is aiming to improve access to health and wellbeing services for young people in City and Hackney.

The board will be responsible for:

Representing the voices of young people in decision making.

Supporting advertising, marketing and social media materials for young people.

Meeting with professionals to discuss improvements, ideas and problems regarding health & wellbeing support in City and Hackney

Communicating young people's needs with the right people.

This project will last 6 months and full commitment will be needed.

We will meet on the first Wednesday of every month in the evening. The first meeting will be at Forest Road Youth Hub.

Age range  - 12 to 25

Contact - sana.attas@hackney.gov.uk/ 07353 103733 or 0208 356 3587

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We are looking for young people aged 14-19 at school in Hackney to join a Youth Council working with professionals in Health and Education.

Youth Council members will:

Meet once ever 6 weeks after shcool to discuss agenda topics on the running of mental health support services in Hackney Schools.

Learn about the different organisations that play a part in the Wellbeing and mental Health in Schools Services (WAMHS)

Have the opportunity to co-facilitate teaching and discussion sessions alongside health professionals

Be paid for their time.

Contact: rose.kachere@nhs.net

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First Steps are looking for autistic children and young people (and their parents) to speak to us about their experiences of getting support for their mental health and wellbeing.

You could answer questions:

in a group

1:1 over the phone

via a telephone call

If you are interested or would like more information please email: eleanor.english@nhs.net

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Join the Youth Justice Participation Team at Forest Road Youth Hub!

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The purpose of the SEND Education Pupil Forum is to:

Champion inclusion of students with additional needs within schools in Hackney by hearing from them directly and responding to what they tell us.

To support young people to work with SEND Teams from Hackney Education to promote effective inclusion within schools.

If we ask, listen, and respond to the views of children and young people who have additional needs, projects, services, and experiences will be; improved, better informed, better targeted, and more effective.

The forum is led by a Specialist Teacher who arranges workshops and speakers and leads communication between schools, students, parent-carers, and decision-makers on behalf of the forum.

Contact lydia.scaletti@hackney.gov.uk to find out more.

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Click here to view the event page of HSPCF

For any further information, please feel free to contact us at info@hackneycarers.org.uk or call 0208 533 0951.

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COFFEE MORNINGS - PARENTS OF NEURODIVERSE PEOPLE (ALL AGES)

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COFFEE MORNINGS - PARENTS OF NEURODIVERSE PEOPLE (ALL AGES)

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Come and join us for a coffee, connect with other parents, and learn about the support available for ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse conditions.

The sessions offer:

- Creative activities to ease communication

- Space to reflect and share experiences

- Support with benefits and services

- Practical advice and emotional grounding

When: Mondays 10AM - 12PM

Where: The Textile Building (E9 6FJ)

Contact: hackneywellfamilyplus@family-action.org.uk / monika.chebda@family-action.org.uk

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For parents who have a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD at City and Hackney CAMHS.

Runs for 2 online sessions and offers information about the diagnosis of ADHD, strategies for managing symptoms and treatment options.

Runs 2-3 times per year.

Ph: 0203 222 5600

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Workshop for Parents of teenagers with possible Neurodiversity

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Workshop for Parents of teenagers with possible Neurodiversity

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Note that this workshop is only for parents of children who are currently on waiting lists for Autism or ADHD

2 week workshop for parents of teenagers waiting for an Autism Assessment (aged 12+)

Next Session

TBC

Ph: 0207 014 7135

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Building Confidence & Managing Anxiety in your child 

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Building Confidence & Managing Anxiety in your child 

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6 week group for parents of children aged 5-11 experiencing anxiety

(Next group TBC)

Ph: 0207 014 7135