Compass works with children and Young people in Warwickshire aged between 5-25 years old who misuse drugs and Alcohol or are affected by someone else's use.
Compass have enjoyed being part of @WCollegeGroup events this week as part of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Thankyou for having us and for getting people talking about such an important topic.
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, share this Tweet so someone you care about knows they're not alone. There's always someone at the other end of the phone who's waiting for their call.
#MHAW#SpeakToMind
ALT Title of the graphic is 'who can call this Mental Health Awareness Week.
On the left hand side are logos of helplines, with their numbers and opening times on the right side.
The numbers are:
Mind - 0300 123 3393. Open 9am-6pm weekdays.
Samaritans - 116 123. Always open.
Campaign Against Living Miserably. 0800 58 58 58. Open 5pm-midnight
If you're in Wales - C.A.L.L. 0800 132 737. Always open.
If you're under 25 - The Mix. 0808 808 4994. Open 4pm-11pm.
There is no better time to start a conversation with your child about mental health. Here are some questions you can ask to get the conversation going. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
ALT Questions to ask your child
What things are you looking forward to?
Is there anything you want to talk about?
When was the last time you were very happy?
What makes you feel calm?
What difficulties are you facing now?
What can I do to help?
Where is a place you feel safe?
How are you finding things at school at the moment?
What things would you like to do in the future?
Would it be helpful if we planned each day together?
Do you have any worries about the coronavirus?
Where in our home do you feel like you can have your own space?
What are you worried about when you lie in bed and can't sleep?
Can you show me what you like about gaming?
How do you feel about things changing?
What do you think could help you feel better?
What have you enjoyed about today?
Stall holders are arriving and setting up - all ready to speak about the range of opportunities for young people in Warwickshire!
#ChildFriendlyWarwickshire#FutureReady
The PCC and colleagues were delighted to attend "Knowing your Masala from your Spice" event delivered by @EquipEquality1 and @CypdaWarks at the Sikh Community Centre in Leamington yesterday. It was both interesting and informative - thanks to all who came!
Calling all Warwickshire 11- to 17-year-olds! 📢
Booking is open for you to grab your spot at Warwickshire’s youth conference, ‘Future Ready’, held on Thursday 21 April 2022!
Find out more and sign up today at childfriendlywarwickshire.co….
#ChildFriendlyWarwickshire
Calling all young climate champions in Warwickshire!
We want to know your heroic climate change ideas for fighting the climate crisis (and you could win £2,500 for your school in the process).
Find out more: childfriendlywarwickshire.co…#ChildFriendlyWarwickshire
Have you been affected by drug and alcohol use in Warwickshire? We want to hear from you about your experience of accessing support. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/warks
ALT Have your say to shape the future of support services in Warwickshire.
Thank you to everyone who took part in #AlcoholAwarenessWeek – we couldn’t have done it without you! If you’d like to share your stories from the week, please submit them here: alcoholchange.org.uk/get-inv…
Children and young people can find their parents’ drinking quite scary. Talking to them about how it makes them feel, and cutting down to address some of the issues, can be good for everyone. alcoholchange.org.uk/alcohol…
It can feel scary to speak to your GP about your drinking, but they are there to help you and get you further support if you need or want it.
Find out more about getting support for your drinking and the different options available: alcoholchange.org.uk/help-an…
It’s day two of #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, and today we’re in the mood… to talk about all things love, sex and dating – and how alcohol could be impacting those aspects of your life, even if you’re not aware of it.
As it is alcohol awareness week next week compass are holding a facebook Q&A session on monday 15th at 7pm for all of those who would like to know more about alcohol and young people...please see link below😊 fb.me/e/5DFMDRQES
Keep your motivations in mind. Whether it's for your health, to save money or for your family, keep reminding yourself of them throughout your quit journey. It will help keep you focused along the way
Warwickshire county council are seeking users views and experiences in relation to the following physical health services...please use the link below to give any feedback😊 ask.warwickshire.gov.uk/insi…