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  1. Mental health crisis lines

    Mental health crisis support Every NHS mental health trust in London has put in place a mental health helpline, so children, young people and their families can get help quickly when they need it. Professionals are also able to access these crisis lines if they are concerned about or would like advice about a child, […]

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  2. Advice and resources for places of education

    Time4Me – Children’s Bereavement Workbook BBC BBC education resources for home schooling Department of Education Supporting vulnerable children and young people during the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak – actions for educational providers and other partners Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for schools and other educational settings Schools comms Q&A Online resources to support home learning Safeguarding children and […]

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  3. Personal stories and podcasts

    Personal stories Facing COVID-19 with Asperger’s: Chris’ story Chris gives insight into how adopting a new routine and writing things down has helped in dealing the pandemic. Adjusting to a new way of living: Alis Rowe, autistic creator and entrepreneur This blog was written by Alis Rowe who founded The Curly Hair Project, a social […]

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  4. Advice and resources for parents and carers

    Time4Me – Children’s Bereavement Workbook BBC BBC education resources for home schooling Supporting home learning Emerging Minds Supporting children and young people with worries about COVID-19 Department of Education What parents and carers need to know about schools, colleges and other education settings during the coronavirus outbreak What parents and carers need to know about […]

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  5. Advice and resources for children and young people

    Young People under the age of 13 Coping with the pandemic (Children 7-12 years) It’s okay to worry about coronavirus- Resource for children under 12 The Stay Home Superheroes Book How to look after your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak Every Mind Matters Our feelings diary Dealing with change Young People- over 13 years […]

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  6. COVID-19 Response and Recovery

    This page provides a summary of resources relating to COVID-19 including guides to help manage mental health, advice guides and personal stories from organisations aiming to support better mental health and wellbeing for children and young people. Explore the resources by following the links.

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  7. Flu and winter health information

    In London, people experiencing homelessness qualify for a free flu vaccine. GP’s and pharmacies may offer this in other areas. A range of resources and guidance is available to promote flu jabs for the homeless. Guidance on staying healthy this winter for people experiencing homelessness Groundswell’s updated (December 2021) leaflet includes tips from staff with […]

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  8. Commissioning guidance for lymphoedema

    Commissioning Guidance for Lymphoedema Services for Adults Living with and Beyond Cancer 2020 – Guidance for commissioners to improve the quality of life for people with lymphoedema in London.  On this page: Overview Recommendations MDS spreadsheet Business case Service specification Community of practice report Webinar Overview The aim of this revised guidance developed by TCST and […]

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  9. London personalised care for cancer: KPIs

    Transforming Cancer Services Team, Macmillan Cancer Support, North Central & East London Cancer Alliance, RM Partners and South East London Cancer Alliance have developed regional key performance indicators (KPIs) for personalised cancer care interventions and personalised stratified follow-up pathways that are specified in the NHS Long Term Plan. These KPIs are based on the NHS England […]

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  10. Alternative models of primary and community care case studies

    These case studies describe models of care in place in the UK and elsewhere that may be helpful for Primary Care Networks (PCNs) in planning how to meet the needs of local children and young people (CYP). Sign up to our newsletter.

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