Children's Health Scotland
We're a Scottish #charity who support #vulnerable #children whose #health (mental & physical), #wellbeing & #rights are most at risk. We work directly with children and those who love and care for them, including families, parents, foster & kinship carers.
- Do you want to #gift a child magical memories with a seat at #BearsTeaParty? Bear's Tea Party is our one of a kind award ceremony hosted at The Balmoral Hotel were children with health conditions and their families attend. Email enquiries@childrenshealthscotland.org for info
- ALINA is twelve years old, has additional support needs, is ‘non-speaking’ & needs help to cope with going to the doctor. Through health-related play and story play Alina feels confident going to the doctor with her health rights respected! BUY HERE👇
- Are you #HealthRightsAware? Take part in our national #MyHealthMyRights Campaign and support the right of every child to the best possible health. You'll get a super cool sticker to add to your website or email signature 👇
- You have until 5.00pm on Friday 11 July 2025 to nominate someone special for our #ScottishChildrensHealthAwards! With 8 Categories our bespoke teddy trophy is up for grabs. CHECK IT OUT HERE👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/awards/
- We are getting ready for #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek 2025! We have some bear-y exciting activity book partners lined up for our 2025 #free Activity Book for children across Scotland. Request copies by emailing enquiries@childrenshealthscotland.org
- At our Self-Management Skills (SMS) Programmes we like to talk about self-care and how it looks different for everyone. Some of us like to take a bath, others like to play a game or ask for a hug! Find some Self-Care tips for children here👉
- Check out The Catherine McEwan Foundation! They have Wellness Walks for people with IBD and their family and friends. Find out where they are and register to join in here 👉
- Our Self-Management Skills (SMS) programmes teach children and young people how to use tools and strategies to help cope better with a health condition, and they get to meet other young people facing similar challenges! Find out more or refer here 👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/self-managem...
- 🧠Happy #NeurodiversityCelebration Week! No child or young person is the same, our differences make the world a more interesting place! Find out more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week here 👇
- MILLIE is 9 years old, is autistic and was worried about going to the dentist. This book looks at ways to help children, young people, and those who care for them, to become confident about going to the dentist. BUY HERE👇
- Are you passionate about supporting the right of every child to the best possible health? Children’s Health Scotland is the leading children’s health charity in Scotland and we are currently recruiting for new Trustees. FIND OUT MORE👇
- It's #KinshipCareWeek! In partnership with KCASS we are talking all about children & young people's #HealthRights! To find out more about our #CareExperienced Service, click here👉
- Mind to Mind features practical advice on coping with money worries that could help make life a little easier. To find out more visit👉 www.nhsinform.scot/mindtomind #MindtoMind #LookAfterYourHead
- Applications for the Scottish Child Payment are open for children under 16 years old. You can apply online, by phone, or by post. You should apply as soon as possible to ensure you get all the payments you are entitled to. Find out more 👉 www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/guidance-res...
- Join Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living for a peer support group focused on Self-Directed Support on Wed 19 March (11am-1:30pm) at Norton Park Conference Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY Please email PSL@lothiancil.org.uk to sign up!
- Are you a #KinshipCarer looking for help on how to #Stressless? Join us for a #free 2 hour event on Sat 24 May at 10am to learn ways you can stress-less and look after your family and self. RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
- SAVE THE DATE FOR #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek! Are you ready for the biggest week of the year that's dedicated to the health rights of children? Make sure you are ready! Want a school visit during the week? Then email CYPHRS@childrenshealthscotland.org
- Are you looking for our #SocialStories that help children know their rights in #Healthcare settings? Using health-related play and story play these stories are a perfect tool for a child or professional. You can find them here👇
- In partnership with KCASS and Big Hearts #KinshipCarers can join us for a #free in person event on understanding self harm! Taking place on Thurs 15 May at 10am. RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
- Our team are getting ready for our first #BearsPicnic of 2025! It'll be day for #KinshipCare families to come together for self-management skills, games and fun! Thanks to the ALLIANCE for their generous support. Find out more by emailing LAFS@childrenshealthscotland.org
- Knowing your rights means you can demand change when your rights – or the rights of others – are not being respected. Who Cares? Scotland has a whole page for #CareExperienced people to #KnowYourRights! Read here to find out more👉 www.whocaresscotland.org/get-support/... #MyHealthMyRights
- #KinshipCareWeek starts next week! We can't wait to take part in partnership with KCASS to host an event all about Calming Techniques and Health Rights! RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
- Are you #HealthRightsAware? Take part in our national #MyHealthMyRights Campaign and test your knowledge of #childrensrights. You can get our one of a kind downloadable sticker to show off your #HealthRightsDefender status👇
- 🏆NOMINATIONS FOR OUR SCOTTISH CHILDREN'S HEALTH AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN! With an exciting new category for 2025 we are launching our CHILDREN’S BRAVERY AWARD. You have until 5.00pm on Friday 11 July 2025 to nominate someone special👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/awards/
- We've been learning about our #HealthRights at SMS! A right is something that protects you, makes you feel safe and looks after your health and wellbeing. Find out more about #ChildrensRights and #UNCRC from CYPCS here👇
- 💬About 1 in 4 children in Scotland will need support with speech and language development. Find out how you can support your child at home on the Parent Club Scotland website page👉
- At our SMS programmes, we want children and young people to have useful tools that will help them navigate and cope with their health & wellbeing. To find out more about the SMS Programmes, email sms@childrenshealthscotland.org or check out our website👉
- 😴With exam season coming soon so many young people are busy studying but don't forget that a good night's sleep improves memory, focus, and problem-solving skills – all essential for exam success! Find out how to help your young person here👇
- ALINA is twelve years old, has additional support needs, is ‘non-speaking’ and needs help to cope with going to the doctor. Read Alina's story which focuses on a child's fundamental right to play! BUY HERE👇
- Check out the National Sleep Foundation for top tips on how to help your teen sleep better. Teens typically need between 8-10 hours, sometimes up to 11! Check out their resources here 👉https://www.thensf.org/what-to-know-about-teens-and-sleep/ #MyHealthMyRights #BetterSleep
- #SensoryStories can use our 5 senses to tell a story these are Sight, Touch, Hearing, Taste and Smell. Our imaginations can take us anywhere! Let us know your stories. Check out Scottish Book Trust for more info👇
- Things you can do to avoid catching a cold are washing your hands with warm water and soap or not sharing towels or household items (like cups or children's toys) with someone who has a cold. @OperationOuch explains👉
- Sandy is 5 years old and needs to get his blood taken. He feels nervous about this. With the help of Health Play Specialist, Melody he visits The Teddy Hospital to learn more about health rights. BUY HERE👉
- Bishopbriggs Academy sign up 154 people to take on Kiltwalk to raise much needed funds for Scotland's leading children's health rights charity! Find out how to #donate here👉
- Self-Care isn't Selfish! #KinshipCarers have told us that #SelfCare is something they'd love to know more about. Sit back and relax in this 2 hour special event. It is #Free RESERVE YOUR SPACE
- SAVE THE DATE FROM 1-7 SEPTEMBER 2025 FOR #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek! Take part in a week dedicated to promoting the health rights of children in Scotland. How are you going to take part? Find out more here 👉https://www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/scottish-childrens-health-week/
- ALINA is twelve years old, has additional support needs, is ‘non-speaking’ and needs help to cope with going to the doctor. Using #StoryPlay and #HealthRelated Play Alina creates her own social story, that you can buy now👇
- Have you downloaded our #MyHealthMyRights Charter? Made by children & young people with health conditions, Cranhill Primary, Burgh Primary & Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow it shows the 10 most important health rights of children in Scotland👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/childrens-he...
- Georgie Hyslop was the winner of our #YoungAchiever Award 2024 for #ScottishChildrensHealthAwards! Our 2025 Award nominations will soon be open so grab yourself a Morning Cuppa and read about Georgie's Story here👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/georgie-hysl... Photo Credit: Tony Marsh Photography
- Our #ScottishChildrensHealthAwards will soon be open for you to nominate someone special who you think deserves one of our bespoke teddy trophies! We will be announcing when they are open soon, so make sure you are following us on our socials so you don't miss out!
- The health and wellbeing of children and young people and their right to the best possible health lies at the heart of our work. We have trainings and visits all about #HealthRights and #UNCRC find out more here👇
- Bishopbriggs Academy sign up 154 people to take on the Kiltwalk for Scotland's leading Children's Health Rights Charity! Read about how our #HealthRightsDefenders are raising but need funds for us to continue our work and #donate 👇
- 📖Happy #WorldBookDay! We want to celebrate and highlight our wonderful children's story #SandyMeetsTheTeddyHopsital which was created in partnership with Royal Hospital For Children, Glasgow. Read Sandy's story this world book day and BUY HERE👇
- Bringing your medicines with you into hospital prevents any confusion with prescribing, avoid wasted medication and helps with a quicker discharge. #MYMEDS services.nhslothian.scot/mymeds/
- What do you find Stressful? The children and young people on our SMS programmes think that appointments, school, friendships and siblings can be stressful sometimes! Find out what the Children's Society has to say about stress here 👉
- We've had lots of ideas from our SMS:HUB on what they want to see in 2025, including science, crochet, crafts and more! Do you want to partner with us for our SMS:HUB? Email us at sms@childrenshealthscotland.org
- 🧘♂️What is Self-Management? Self-Management is all about getting to know yourself better. Its building skills like confidence, self-esteem, communication and more. To find out more about the SMS Programmes, email: sms@childrenshealthscotland.org
- Tomorrow is #WorldBookDay! We know that stories and books help children and young people to understand the world they live in, and boost their wellbeing! Find out ways to celebrate #WorldBookDay at home 👇
- Worried about #SafeSleep for your baby? The Lullaby Trust have this great video that shows you how to put your baby down for a nap in a way that makes sure your baby is safe when sleeping. WATCH HERE👇
- 😴Sleeping with newborns is no easy task, those sleepless nights can really affect our mental health and wellbeing. NHS Better Health Start For Life has some clear and useful help for that first year. READ HERE👇
