Children's Mental Health Week 2023

Place2Be launched the first-ever Children’s Mental Health Week in 2015 to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people’s mental health.

Now in its ninth year, we hope to encourage more people than ever to get involved, spread the word, and raise vital funds for children’s mental health.
Proud to support. Place2Be's Childrens Mental Health week. 6-12 February 2023. #childrensmentalhealthweek. An image of children painting with an adult can be seen behind this text.

This year’s theme is 'Let’s Connect'

From 6-12 February 2023, schools, families and communities across the UK will take part in Children’s Mental Health Week. 

Let’s Connect is about making meaningful connections for all, during Children’s Mental Health Week – and beyond. People thrive in communities, and this connection is vital for our wellbeing. 

When we have healthy connections – to family, friends and others – this can support our mental health and our sense of wellbeing. And when our need for rewarding social connections is not met, we can sometimes feel isolated and lonely – which can have a negative impact on our mental health. 

For Children’s Mental Health Week 2023, we’re encouraging people to connect with others in healthy, rewarding and meaningful ways. 

Get tips, information and resources for your family

If a child needs support:

Halton Mental Health information point links to information and support available for children and parents. 

Young Minds Parents Helpline Parents Helpline, Webchat and Email service around your child's mental health. 

Night Stop  can offer 1-1 Counselling, Anger Management, Family/Group Therapies and Online services locally.