Mental Health Support
Resources for Children, Parents & Carers
We know life can be challenging sometimes, and it’s important to know that support is available for all ages. Whether it’s a child struggling with anxiety, a parent looking for help, or a carer needing someone to talk to.
Here’s a one-stop list of trusted mental health support options you can explore online and on the Isle of Wight:
Local Isle of Wight Support
- Isle of Wight Community Mental Health Support Hub – Advice, guidance and support for children, young people, parents, carers, and adults. Includes signposting to services and wellbeing resources: Access Isle of Wight mental health support hub online
- Isle of Wight Youth Trust – Free support for young people (age 5–25), including one-to-one wellbeing support, group work, counselling, and parent/carer support sessions:
https://www.iowyouthtrust.co.uk/ - Parent & Infant Relationship (PAIR) Team & Child Wellbeing Support – Helps strengthen parent-child relationships and supports children’s emerging emotional needs:
https://www.isleofwightfamilycentres.org.uk/pair-and-child-wellbeing-support - Family Information Hub – A directory of services and activities available to families: https://www.iow.gov.uk/article/1017/Community-support
- Space 4 U – A free out-of-hours service providing emotional and practical support to young people: https://www.isleofwightfamilycentres.org.uk/supporting-your-emotional-wellbeing
Online & National Support
- Kooth – Free, safe, anonymous online mental wellbeing support for young people: https://www.kooth.com/
- Childline – Free counselling for children and young people: https://www.childline.org.uk/
- NHS Every Mind Matters – Advice, practical tools and tips for mental health: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/
- Samaritans (116 123) – 24/7 listening support: https://www.samaritans.org/
- The Mix – Support for under-25s (online community, helpline, chat): https://www.themix.org.uk/
Support for Parents and Carers
- Parent support sessions and caregiver coffee mornings via Isle of Wight Youth Trust.
- Information and advice for carers (mental health, coping strategies, forums) via NHS mental health carer support pages.
- Don’t forget: talking to your GP can also be a first step if you’re worried about yourself or a loved one.
If you or someone you know needs support, reach out, there are people and services ready to help. No one has to go through hard times alone.
If you need help and advice regarding your or your child’s mental health and wellbeing, please contact Melissa Jones at m.jones@brighstoneprimary.org.uk or 01983 740285.