Wellbeing resources
Neurodiversity Support & Resources
National Autistic Society
Support, advice, and resources for autistic children and families, including social stories, anxiety management, and practical guidance.
Website: https://www.autism.org.uk/
Peninsula Tourette’s Support Group
Meets three times a year in Birkenhead. It's a member of Manchester Tourette’s Support Group. Lay advisor for the National Institute of Clinical Excellence, helping develop digital therapies.
SENDLO Wirral – Useful Contacts
Directory of helpful contacts, advice, and services for families of children with SEND.
Website: https://www.sendlowirral.co.uk/news/useful-contacts
Family Toolbox
A highly recommended site offering practical support, guidance and signposting for families.
Website: https://familytoolbox.co.uk/
Resources for Children & Young People with Additional Needs
The Autism Educator
A visual story explaining coronavirus in an accessible way.
PDF:
https://theautismeducator.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/The-Corona-Virus-Free-Printable-Updated-2-The-Autism-Educator-.pdf
Carol Gray Social Story
A social story explaining pandemics and coronavirus.
PDF:
https://carolgraysocialstories.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pandemics-and-the-Coronavirus.pdf
General Support for Young People
Samaritans – Support for Young People
Information on emotional health and how Samaritans can help.
Website: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/schools/young-people/
Call: 116 123 (free)
Kooth
Free, safe, anonymous online mental health support for young people.
Website: https://www.kooth.com/
YoungMinds
Mental health advice for young people and parents (including a parents helpline).
Website: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
Keep Your Head
Reliable mental health and wellbeing information for children, young people and adults.
Website: https://www.keep-your-head.com/
General Support for Parents
The Sleep Charity
Support and guidance for children’s and adults’ sleep.
Website: https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/
Samaritans (24/7 Support)
Free confidential emotional support.
Call: 116 123 (free, anytime)
Website: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
National Autistic Society – Resources for Autistic People & Families
Includes social stories, daily schedule templates, anxiety management tips and more.
Website:
https://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/coronavirus/resources/helpful-resources.aspx
Mind UK – Managing Anxiety & Mental Health Support
Information, advice, and an online peer support community.
Websites:
https://www.mind.org.uk/
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/support-community-elefriends/