Child Health

CAMHS

Specialist community child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) provide assessment, advice and treatment for children and young people with severe and complex mental health problems. CAMHS also provide support and advice to their families or carers.

Telephone: 01872 322277

Website: www.cornwallft.nhs.uk

Email: cpn-tr.earlyhelphub@nhs.net

Childhood illness visual guide

Use this visual guide to help you identify common conditions and illnesses that may affect your child. Includes conditions such as measles, slapped cheek syndrome, chicken pox and warts.

Website: NHS: Visual Guide for Childhood illnesses

Childline

We’re here for you, whatever’s on your mind. We’ll support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you.

Our tips and techniques, ideas and inspiration, can help you feel more in control. And you can access them in your own time, at your own pace!

Telephone: 0800 1111

Website: www.childline.org.uk

ICON

I – Infant crying is normal
C –Comforting methods can help
O – It’s OK to walk away
N – Never, ever shake a baby
Speak to someone if you need support such as your family, friends, Midwife, GP or Health Visitor.

Website: www.iconcope.org

Cornwall S.P.A.C.E. - Action for Children

Services that support disabled young people in their own homes or to access their local community and have fun can make a real difference to them.

Telephone: 0300 123 2112

Website: www.actionforchildren.org.uk

Email:  ask.us@actionforchildren.org.uk

NSPCC

Everything we do protects children today and prevents abuse tomorrow, to transform society for every childhood.

Telephone: 0808 800 5000

Website: www.nspcc.org.uk

Email: help@nspcc.org.uk

YoungMinds

We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges. We’re here to make sure they get the best possible mental health support and have the resilience to overcome life’s difficulties.

Telephone: 0808 802 5544

Website: www.youngminds.org.uk

Vaccination planner

Download a personalised vaccination calendar, which highlights the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by.

Website: NHS: Vaccination Schedule