To read the Winter 2022 Magazine, CLICK HERE. The festive Winter edition of the Children’s Health Scotland magazine is now available to view online. So, get cosy, grab and hot drink, and enjoy!
News and Events
Our #ShareWithBear Christmas Campaign launches 1st December!
Christmas is the time of year to #ShareWithBear! It really is the most wonderful time of year! Do you want to know why? Because it’s time for the Children’s Health Scotland Christmas Campaign. And this year, we have an amazing time planned. Join us for our jolly ‘A Year with Bear’ Christmas Advent Calendar Children’s […]
‘A Kind of Spark’ author Elle McNicoll joins us for an electrifying SMS:HUB
‘I read the book twice!’ – Katie ‘I loved it! It was great hearing about the TV show!’ – Sonya On Monday 14 November, our Hubbers celebrated Book Week Scotland! The wonderful (and best-selling author) Elle McNicoll joined us for an extra special SMS:HUB and talked all about her novel ‘A Kind of Spark.’ We […]
How to #BeCalm for Stress Awareness Day 2022
Wednesday 3 November 2022 is Stress Awareness Day, a day for us all to check in with our bodies and minds. Rethink Mental Illness will highlight how stress can negatively affect anyone’s mental health and wellbeing and how you can manage your stress before it becomes a problem.
Care Experienced Week 2022: How do we support YOU?
Established in 2002, Care Experienced Week celebrates the experience of Care Experienced people and acknowledges that they do not leave their experiences behind when they leave formal care.
Fraser of Allander Institute publishes article on ACEs
The Fraser of Allander Institute has published an article detailing research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and development.
Read our Children and Young People’s Health Guides for Health Literacy Month
For more than 20 years, October has been recognized as Health Literacy Month. Hosted by the Institute for Healthcare Advancement, Health Literacy Month is a time of international observance when many organisations, such as hospitals, libraries, and charities work together to spread health literacy.
New report details housing support needed for care experienced young people
The Evaluation of the Home and Belonging Initiative Report marks the conclusion of the evaluation of the Home and Belonging (H&B) initiative, led by Children in Scotland and Staf (the Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum).
5 Tips for Young People on World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day takes place on 10 October each year and is an opportunity for us all to consider how we are feeling and how we can reach out to those around us who may be struggling. The theme this year is “Make mental health and wellbeing for all a global priority”, which emphasises […]
How does Play boost mental health for children in hospital? #PIHW
Play in Hospital Week starts on Monday 10th October 2022 and aims to raise awareness of the benefits of play in the treatment of poorly children across the UK. The theme this year is “Play for resilience and good Mental Health” as it highlights the importance of play for everyone’s health. #PlayBoostsMentalHealth
