Barnardo’s has reported that just 40 of the 400 children referred to its fostering service in Glasgow and Edinburgh have been placed with families in the last year. In 2020-21 the number on the waiting list for foster care was 461, but in 2021-22 this rose to 691. The number of foster carers registered with […]
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University research shows marked increase in mental health prescriptions for children
Antidepressant prescriptions for children in one part of Scotland have increased by almost 60% in six years, research has found. Experts from the University of Aberdeen compared mental health prescriptions issued in the NHS Grampian region over the period 2015 to 2021.
SMS:HUB on Ice! Thanks to the STV Children’s Appeal and Lidl
On Sunday 4th December, Rhianne and some of the the children and young people who attend our SMS:HUB went to Lidl On Ice, thanks to the STV Children’s Appeal and Lidl gifting us free tickets. It was wonderful to meet up in person and see the magic of the festive Edinburgh City Centre.
New school pupil support programme launched in Glasgow
In a report by Lucy Adams, BBC Scotland Social Affairs Correspondent, children missing from school for long periods will now be supported instead of being punished under a new pilot programme in Glasgow. The report states that overall school attendance has dropped across Scotland since the disruption of the Covid pandemic.
Winter 2022 Magazine available NOW
To read the Winter 2022 Magazine, CLICK HERE. The festive Winter edition of the Children’s Health Scotland magazine is now available to view online. So, get cosy, grab and hot drink, and enjoy!
Our #ShareWithBear Christmas Campaign launches 1st December!
Christmas is the time of year to #ShareWithBear! It really is the most wonderful time of year! Do you want to know why? Because it’s time for the Children’s Health Scotland Christmas Campaign. And this year, we have an amazing time planned. Join us for our jolly ‘A Year with Bear’ Christmas Advent Calendar Children’s […]
‘A Kind of Spark’ author Elle McNicoll joins us for an electrifying SMS:HUB
‘I read the book twice!’ – Katie ‘I loved it! It was great hearing about the TV show!’ – Sonya On Monday 14 November, our Hubbers celebrated Book Week Scotland! The wonderful (and best-selling author) Elle McNicoll joined us for an extra special SMS:HUB and talked all about her novel ‘A Kind of Spark.’ We […]
How to #BeCalm for Stress Awareness Day 2022
Wednesday 3 November 2022 is Stress Awareness Day, a day for us all to check in with our bodies and minds. Rethink Mental Illness will highlight how stress can negatively affect anyone’s mental health and wellbeing and how you can manage your stress before it becomes a problem.
Care Experienced Week 2022: How do we support YOU?
Established in 2002, Care Experienced Week celebrates the experience of Care Experienced people and acknowledges that they do not leave their experiences behind when they leave formal care.
Fraser of Allander Institute publishes article on ACEs
The Fraser of Allander Institute has published an article detailing research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and development.
