We know this is a worrying time and CAMHS Dorset is adapting as the Coronavirus impacts our daily lives.
Below you will find some resources that can provide some support, advice and guidance during this difficult time.
Apps
The following apps can be sourced via App Store or Play Store:
ACT Companion (use the password Together to unlock some sections free of charge)
Our Welcome to CAMHS page also details several apps that you may find useful
Documents
The COVID-19 Wellbeing Booklet
A Guide to Working from Home - COVID 19
A guide to living with worry and anxiety amidst global uncertainty
Managing stress during the COVID-19 outbreak
Local and national useful resources
Mindfulness activities for kids
Transitions: A helpful guide on how to help your child transition back to school (a pack to support parents and carers of children with autism)
Podcasts
Dr Jon Goldin on the coronavirus and child mental health
Coronavirus and helping children with autism: a parents guide
Websites and articles
Doctors of the World - Public Health England information on coronavirus available in 36 languages
New advice to support mental health during coronavirus outbreak
Covid-19: Supporting Parents, Adolescents and Children during Epidemics
ACT advice for difficult thoughts and feelings from your ACT Auntie
BCP Council - a dedicated helpline for people in vital need of food and essential household items has been implemented and is operational from 8am - 8pm, 7 days a week. Call 0300 1237052 or head over to BCP's website for more information.
MindMate - I'm a parent or carer - more useful resources for parents and carers
Dorset HealthCare - Carers - information for those who care for others
Action for Children: Support for Parents
COVID-19: guidance on supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing
Apps
The following apps can be sourced via App Store or Play Store:
Our Welcome to CAMHS leaflet also details several apps that you may find useful
Documents
Children's Guide to Coronavirus
Freddy, School and the Coronavirus
Dave the Dog is worried about coronavirus
My Hero is You Storybook for Children on COVID-19
Coronavirus: A Book For Children
Videos
If your child has a diagnosis or traits of autism, the following two videos may be of benefit:
The Curly Hair Project: Supporting Autistic People Through Covid-19
Animation & Story Book Explaining the Coronavirus to Children
Apps
The following apps can be sourced via App Store or Play Store:
Think Ninja - A free CBT app to help support emotional health and wellbeing which includes lots of helpful ideas & coping strategies.
Our Welcome to CAMHS leaflet also details several apps that you may find useful
Documents
The COVID-19 Wellbeing Booklet
5 Ways to Wellbeing during Covid-19
When anxiety feels overwhelming
Podcasts
Websites
Information on coronavirus: taking care of your mental wellbeing
What to do if you’re anxious about coronavirus
Looking after your mental health while self-isolating
Childline's Calm Zone - ideas to help feel calmer
Videos
The Discovery Project: Coping Skills - Gratitude
The Discovery Project: Getting in Touch With Nature
Apps
The following apps can be sourced via App Store or Play Store:
ACT Companion (use the password Together to unlock some sections free of charge)
Think Ninja - A free CBT app to help support emotional health and wellbeing which includes lots of helpful ideas & coping strategies.
Our Welcome to CAMHS leaflet also details several apps that you may find useful
Documents
COVID-19: Your Wellbeing Resource Links
Local and national useful resources
Podcasts
Dr Jon Goldin on the coronavirus and child mental health
Websites
Practitioner Health (NHS): Covid-19 Workforce Wellbeing
Doctors of the World - Public Health England information on coronavirus available in 36 languages
New advice to support mental health during coronavirus outbreak
Covid-19: Supporting Parents, Adolescents and Children during Epidemics
ACT advice for difficult thoughts and feelings from your ACT Auntie
BCP Council - a dedicated helpline for people in vital need of food and essential household items has been implemented and is operational from 8am - 8pm, 7 days a week. Call 0300 1237052 or head over to BCP's website for more information.
If you are a DHC employee, please look at the resources on Doris