This page aims to be a portal for all information relating to the wellbeing of LCS Students.
If you have an issue with regards to Child Safety or Safeguarding, please see our Safeguarding Page for useful information.
Safeguarding and Wellbeing during the Coronavirus Outbreak
Below are some useful Safeguarding and Wellbeing resources to help parents and students during the coronavirus outbreak
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| Online Safety | Traci Good, Director of E Safety Training Ltd |
Youtube Videos A series of YouTube clips aimed at parents to remind them of the importance of engaging with their child/s online lives during this time of school closures. |
The link to the first clip is https://youtu.be/BhLWwQ4Ay5s |
| Online Safety - cybercrime | Derby City Council Newsroom |
Protect yourself from scams during the coronavirus outbreak Advice from the Trading Standards team to help people be aware of a number of scams related to the coronavirus that have come to light and to stay safe. |
https://news.derby.gov.uk/protect-yourself-from-scams-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak/ |
| Online Safety | Think U Know (CEOP) | CEOP This page has been created to support parents during Covid-19 and the closure of schools. Each fortnight, new home activity packs will be released with simple 15 minute activities you can do with your child to support their online safety at home. |
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Barnardos | See, Hear, Respond - Barnardos See Hear Respond is a partnership to help children, young people and families cope with the Covid-19 crisis. |
See, Hear, Respond - Barnardos |
| Mental Health and Well-being | Childline | Childline: New coronavirus webpage Childline has created a new webpage with information for children and young people about coronavirus. The page includes information about: what coronavirus is; where children and young people can find help if they are worried; coping if they are staying at home; and what to do if they are feeling unwell. |
https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/your-feelings/anxiety-stress-panic/worries-about-the-world/coronavirus/ |
| Mental Health and Well-being | CRUSE | An extensive list of local support agencies supporting Mental Health and Well-being |
Local Support Agencies List |
| Mental Health and Well-being | CBBC Newsround | Coronavirus resources for children and young people. CBBC Newsround have produced a range of resources, including videos and advice, for children and young people who might be worried about coronavirus. |
https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51896156 |
| Mental Health and Well-being | The Children's Society | The Children's Society has a range of support materials for young people, parents and schools in their mental and emotional health resource 'vault' including:
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https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/coronavirus-information-and-support |
| Mental Health and Well-being | NHS Joined Up Care Derbyshire | Mental Health Support for Children, Young People, Parents and Carers during the Covid-19 Pandemic |
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| Mental Health and Well-being (Grief) | Winston's Wish | Grief and Bereavement Support from Winston's Wish Winston's Wish is a charity set up to support children and young people who are grieving the loss of a loved one. They offer advice, resources, activities and publications which families may find useful. Winston's Wish have recently added to their website to offer more advice for people during the Covid-19 outbreak. Amongst other supportive sections, their resources include advice on how to manage grief in self-isolation and how to say goodbye when a funeral isn't possible. |
www.winstonswish.org |
| Domestic Abuse | The Home Office | UK Government Scheme Ask for "ANI" in selected pharmacies to get support from trained staff. |
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| Domestic Abuse | The Home Office | UK Government Guidance Government Guidance for victims of domestic abuse during ithe COVID-19 outbreak. |
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-and-domestic-abuse/coronavirus-covid-19-support-for-victims-of-domestic-abuse |
| Mental Health and Well-being | Inspirative Arts | The Carers Project - Inspirative Arts Remote support to parents/carers. |
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| Mental Health and Well-being | Inspirative Arts | Dance and Wellbeing Sessions - Inspirative Arts Sessions aimed at improving wellbeing for parents with mental health problems and their children. |
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| Mental Health and Well-being | Inspirative Arts | The Rainbow Project - Inspirative Arts Various useful information to help with coping for those struggling with Social Isolation and Shielding, Loneliness, Disabilities. |
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| Mental Health and Well-being | LCS | Winter Wellbeing LCS has produced the follwoing poster with advice for anyone struggling during the winter. |
Safeguarding and Wellbeing Staff
The Safeguarding and Wellbeing department consists of the following staff:
| Miss L. Jenkins | Ms L. Boulton |
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 Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) |
 Assistant Designated Safeguarding Lead (ADSL) |
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Mental Health Facts and Self-Help
The following documents were created by LCS Wellbeing Department to provide support on important wellbeing issues.
10 Ways to Wellbeing- Bereavement
- Body Image
- Depression
- Feeling Suicidal
- Insomnia (I can't sleep!)
- Mindfulness
- Online Wellbeing
- Self-Harm
Recommended Reading
Where can i get help outside School?
If you feel you need some help outside of school and need someone to talk to, the following organisations are there to help:
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Shout is the UK's first free 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis. It's a place to go if you're struggling to cope and you need immediate help. For support in a crisis:
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Kooth offers free, safe and anonymous online support for young people. Online service from:
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If you are having thoughts about suicide or harm you can contact the Samaritans. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 116 123 for free. |
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Qwell Free online counselling, support and advice to any parent or carer. |
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Derby & Derbyshire Emotional Health and Wellbeing Provides a range of information from different organisation to help and support health and wellbeing. |
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The Mix Essential support for under 25s. |
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Trent Psychological Therapies Service WE CAN HELP As we continue to accept new referrals, we are now offering our services by phone, webcam, using online text-based therapies or through online support packages so as to maintain social distancing. You can also call the telephone number below, to talk to a member of our team about the services we offer. Tel:
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Winston's Wish Supports children and young people after the death of a parent or sibling. |
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For support and advice regarding LGBT issues. Contact via: |