Children's mental health: support in MK

Waiting lists for Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) can be very long, so you may be looking for additional support whilst you wait.
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These services are available to all families in Milton Keynes.  

MK Wellbeing 

The MK Wellbeing service offers a safe space for young people to discuss their mental health & wellbeing. It aims to provide support at the earliest possible stage and intervention for those who may be feeling low, unhappy or sad. For example, confidence building, stress management skills and support to improve resilience. 

MK Wellbeing is being delivered in collaboration between CNWL, Relate MK and Service Six. You can access the service or make a referral by emailing cnwl.mkwellbeingservice@nhs.net . Young people can also self-refer. 

Who is eligible? 
Anyone aged 11 - 18* living in Milton Keynes, and up to the age of 25 for young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities and young people who are care experience.


MIND BLMK Young Peoples' Sanctuary 

Mind’s Young Person’s Sanctuaries are safe, non-judgemental spaces where young people aged 14-17 can come if they find themselves in crisis or mental distress in the evenings. There is no need to call ahead or book an appointment. Any young person can simply drop-in and they will be met by a trained youth mental health professional who will listen carefully and help identify ways to address the problems they are facing. The teams will also be able to refer and signpost to other services.

The Sanctuary is now open: 

CAMHS Eaglestone Health Centre, Standing Way, Milton Keynes, MK6 5A

Open 4-10pm 365 days a year from Monday, 

For more information about the Sanctuary, visit the local Mind website 


 

Reflect 

Reflect is a free, confidential and 24/7 messenger support service for those who need advice or help in Milton Keynes. It is part of the wider 'shout' network across the UK. 

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Mental health & wellbeing hub

For more information on all local mental & wellbeing services, including details on these new services, visit the Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub.