Support for Parents
Caring for a child who is experiencing mental health difficulties can be challenging and emotionally demanding. Parents may feel worried, unsure where to turn, or concerned about saying or doing the right thing. Balancing school, home life, and support services can also feel overwhelming at times, and it’s completely normal to need guidance and reassurance.
You are not alone in this journey. Below, you will find links to trusted organisations offering advice, practical strategies, and professional support to help you and your child navigate these challenges together.
Parenting and mental health - Beyond Blue - Beyond Blue
Support for Parents in Warrington
Caring for a child with mental health needs can feel overwhelming, and many parents in Warrington find themselves unsure where to turn for local guidance and support. Below, you will find links to trusted Warrington services and organisations offering practical advice, wellbeing support, and specialist help for families.
- Warrington Talking Points connect people, places and communities - no appointment is needed, just come along to a session for friendly advice and support
- Warrington Wellbeing can support you with a range of wellbeing issues to help you to get back on track. Email the team at warringtonwellbeing@warrington.gov.uk, or call 01925 248460 for help and support
- Visit PAUSE, a safe community space where you can talk openly about your mental health free from stigma or judgement
- Creative Remedies offer a range of activities to Warrington residents over the age of 18. Activities take place in a relaxed and friendly environment to help people improve their health and wellbeing. For more information call 01925 443555.
Supporting Your child Through Parental Separation
Parental separation can be a confusing and emotional time for children. They may experience feelings of sadness, worry, anger, or uncertainty as family routines and relationships change. Some children may struggle with school focus, sleep, or managing their emotions, while others may have questions they find difficult to express.
Every child responds differently, and with the right support, they can navigate this period with resilience and security. Below, you will find helpful links offering guidance, practical advice, and specialist support for both parents and children during and after separation.
Separating better | OnePlusOne - Are you a parent going through separation? Separating better is a brand-new FREE mobile app, designed to help guide you through the separation process, find effective ways of co-parenting, and sort out disagreements, all with the wellbeing of your child in mind.
Separation & divorce: helping children adjust | Raising Children Network
Supporting children through separation and divorce | NSPCC
Helping children through separation | Gingerbread
Supporting Your child with the Death of a Loved One
Experiencing the death of someone close can be deeply upsetting for a child. They may struggle to understand what has happened, feel overwhelmed by sadness, anger, or confusion, or find it difficult to talk about their emotions. Changes in behaviour, sleep, or concentration are also common as children try to make sense of their loss.
Every child grieves in their own way and at their own pace, and gentle, consistent support can make a significant difference. Below, you will find helpful links offering guidance, resources, and specialist support for families coping with bereavement.
Family Bereavement: How to support children through grief and loss | NSPCC
Supporting Children affected by Domestic Abuse
Experiencing domestic abuse can have a lasting emotional and psychological impact on both children and parents. Children may struggle with anxiety, confusion, changes in behaviour, or difficulty trusting others, while parents may feel overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure how best to support their child through the healing process.
Below, you will find links to specialist services and organisations that offer guidance, emotional support, and practical help for families recovering from domestic abuse.
Domestic Abuse, Recovering Together (DART) | NSPCC Learning
How to Support Children After Domestic Abuse - NCDV
Children affected by domestic abuse | Barnardo's
Abuse and Domestic Violence | Parents Support Guide | YoungMinds
Supporting Children Affected by Domestic Abuse — DAA Guide
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