Successful implementation of the proposed Disabled Children and Young People (Transition to Adulthood) (Scotland) Bill will require more than legislation to ensure that children and young people achieve effective transitions.
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Referrals OPEN for our FREE online Self-Management Service, SMS:CONNECT
If you or someone you support is aged between 10 and 17 and is living in Scotland with a long-term health condition, you might be interested in joining our online Self-Management Programme, SMS:CONNECT. This six-week group Programme can help children and young people to take steps towards increasing their confidence and self-esteem, accessing information, and […]
Self-Management Service Celebrates the Launch of the SMS HUB with an online Christmas Party!
Offering continuous support for children and young people who have taken part in our Self-Management Service is something that the Health and Wellbeing Team have been working hard to develop this year. Last week we celebrated the launch of the SMS HUB – a safe online space for previous programme participants to join in discussion […]
Ambassador Rory Crawford reads “Everybody’s Welcome” in a Festive #StoryWithRory
Today we are joined by our amazing Ambassador, Rory Crawford. Rory is best known as a children’s television presenter on the Cbeebies channel, and for his important environmental conservation work with the RSPB charity. Rory demonstrates his excellent storytelling skills as he reads Patricia Hegarty’s wonderful story, ‘Everybody’s Welcome’ (published by Caterpillar Books).
Have a Phenomenal Christmas!
Cloaked in the hazy fog of a crisp Tuesday dawn, Bear took to the skies with Snowman. It was the moment they’ve been eagerly anticipating all year round. Paw-in-hand, they whooshed above the hilly lands. And when the world beneath transformed into a checkered blanket, Bear and Snowman started spreading festive, snowflake, good wishes to […]
Do you have school age children?
*UPDATE 30.11.2020: Thank you for your interest. Unfortunately the Focus Groups are now full. Please keep an eye on our website and social media for future opportunities.* If you have school age children then we would really like you to take part in an online focus group about the design and development of a mental […]
Children’s Health Scotland named as a finalist of The Drum Awards – Experience 2020
We’re so proud to announce that our Scottish Children’s Health Week and Awards has been shortlisted for a 2020 Drum Award. Events and experiences have looked very different this year and The Drum Experience Awards 2020 celebrate those in the industry who have clearly demonstrated innovative, creative and most importantly, effective events.
Children’s Health Scotland Joins the Co-op Payout Celebration!
This week Children’s Health Scotland are very grateful to be a part of the Co-op Payout Celebration, as we receive a HUGE donation of £1508.58 from the Co-op Local Community Fund.
We need the help of all school staff to develop a Professional Learning Resource in Mental Health & Wellbeing
Children’s Health Scotland is keen to hear from people working in all roles within primary and secondary schools, including support staff, teaching and management, regarding the design and development of a Professional Learning Resource in Mental Health and Wellbeing.
School milk scheme to continue in Scotland
Children and young people will continue to be able to access subsidised milk in schools in Scotland, despite a funding gap caused by Brexit.
