New emotional well-being service – See, Hear, Respond
This service will work with children who may need additional support to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic, offering practical and therapeutic support.
It will also offer advice and guidance to any adults who are concerned about a child’s mental health and well-being.
The aim is to provide the immediate support that children and young people need, to help them overcome their challenges and prevent problems escalating to crisis level.
The types of issues children and young people may need support for include:
· Anxiety around Covid restrictions and lockdown
· Being back at school
· Concerns for health of parents/ grandparents/ family members
· Help with isolation
· Relationships with parents & family
· Dealing with bereavement
You can self-refer to this service, by using the online form or by telephone (details below).
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/northern-ireland-see-hear-respond
or call 0800 157 7015 available from noon until 7pm, Monday to Friday.
If you have any questions regarding the service please contact cherith.mcconnell@barnardos.org.uk.