Wellbeing Resources - Stride Active

We have always known that being physically active is good for our mental wellbeing, but during Covid-19 lockdowns, this has become increasingly so. This set of resources was initially collated to support families and schools during lockdowns, however we hope it will continue to be a useful resource to provide support, guidance and activities to improve young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

5 Ways to Wellbeing Resource for schools and families. We have outlined the 5 ways and given some specific examples of activities that families and young people can do to improve their wellbeing whilst at home.

Blue boxes show links to sources of advice and guidance and resources for schools

Green boxes show links to practical activities that children and young people can access to support and improve their mental health and wellbeing

Dark blue boxes show links to sources of advice and guidance for both children and young people, and their families.

Mentally Healthy Schools

Resources to help primary schools promote children’s mental health and wellbeing

Place 2 Be

Wellbeing ideas for schools

BBC Bitesize

PHSE and Citizenship lessons for all key stages

Mentally Healthy Schools Toolkit

Their second coronavirus toolkit and includes resources for staff wellbeing, carers and headteachers, resources to support vulnerable children and children with SEND and some further resources to manage anxiety and improve wellbeing.

Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families

Wellbeing advice for all those supporting children and young people

MindEd

An educational resource for all adults on children and young people’s mental health

Childrens Commissioner for England

A downloadable guide for children about coronavirus.

Young Minds

Tips, advice and guidance for children and young people on where they can get support for their mental health during the coronavirus pandemic

Mental Health Foundation

Advice and guidance on looking after your mental health

Place 2 Be

Advice and guidance for children and young people to look after their mental health

Mind

Mental Health charity providing support and guidance

The Children's Society

Advice, guidance and support during coronavirus from the national charity

Kooth

Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people

Talk Community Herefordshire

A range of creative, informative and active ideas to keep you entertained during the current lockdown

Every Mind Matters

Expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Healthy Minds

Support for those experiencing emotional distress and anxiety in Herefordshire

Strong Young Minds - Herefordshire

Self referral to local mental health services for young people

Rise Above

Videos with tips on gaining confidence, dealing with anxiety and coping strategies from other young people

5 Ways to Wellbeing

There are some simple things that we can do to improve our wellbeing. Stride Active have pulled together some activities and ideas that children and young people can do at home with their family.