Children's Health Scotland
@childhealthscot.bsky.social
We're a Scottish #charity who support #vulnerable #children whose #health (mental & physical), #wellbeing & #rights are most at risk. We work directly with children and those who love and care for them, including families, parents, foster & kinship carers.
Do you want to #gift a child magical memories with a seat at #BearsTeaParty? Bear's Tea Party is our one of a kind award ceremony hosted at The Balmoral Hotel were children with health conditions and their families attend. Email enquiries@childrenshealthscotland.org for info
March 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Do you want to #gift a child magical memories with a seat at #BearsTeaParty? Bear's Tea Party is our one of a kind award ceremony hosted at The Balmoral Hotel were children with health conditions and their families attend. Email enquiries@childrenshealthscotland.org for info
ALINA is twelve years old, has additional support needs, is ‘non-speaking’ & needs help to cope with going to the doctor. Through health-related play and story play Alina feels confident going to the doctor with her health rights respected! BUY HERE👇
ALINA meets the doctor - Children's Health Scotland
Alina, the main character is our latest book, is twelve years old, has additional support needs, and needs help to cope with going to the doctor.
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March 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
ALINA is twelve years old, has additional support needs, is ‘non-speaking’ & needs help to cope with going to the doctor. Through health-related play and story play Alina feels confident going to the doctor with her health rights respected! BUY HERE👇
Are you #HealthRightsAware? Take part in our national #MyHealthMyRights Campaign and support the right of every child to the best possible health. You'll get a super cool sticker to add to your website or email signature 👇
My Health, My Rights - Children's Health Scotland
We have launched a national My Health, My Rights Campaign that supports the right of children and young people to the best possible health.
www.childrenshealthscotland.org
March 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Are you #HealthRightsAware? Take part in our national #MyHealthMyRights Campaign and support the right of every child to the best possible health. You'll get a super cool sticker to add to your website or email signature 👇
You have until 5.00pm on Friday 11 July 2025 to nominate someone special for our #ScottishChildrensHealthAwards! With 8 Categories our bespoke teddy trophy is up for grabs. CHECK IT OUT HERE👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/awards/
March 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM
You have until 5.00pm on Friday 11 July 2025 to nominate someone special for our #ScottishChildrensHealthAwards! With 8 Categories our bespoke teddy trophy is up for grabs. CHECK IT OUT HERE👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/awards/
We are getting ready for #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek 2025! We have some bear-y exciting activity book partners lined up for our 2025 #free Activity Book for children across Scotland. Request copies by emailing enquiries@childrenshealthscotland.org
March 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We are getting ready for #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek 2025! We have some bear-y exciting activity book partners lined up for our 2025 #free Activity Book for children across Scotland. Request copies by emailing enquiries@childrenshealthscotland.org
At our Self-Management Skills (SMS) Programmes we like to talk about self-care and how it looks different for everyone. Some of us like to take a bath, others like to play a game or ask for a hug! Find some Self-Care tips for children here👉
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March 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
At our Self-Management Skills (SMS) Programmes we like to talk about self-care and how it looks different for everyone. Some of us like to take a bath, others like to play a game or ask for a hug! Find some Self-Care tips for children here👉
Check out The Catherine McEwan Foundation! They have Wellness Walks for people with IBD and their family and friends. Find out where they are and register to join in here 👉
Wellness Walksare Back! | Catherine McEwan Foundation
Our Wellness Walks are here to stay! After a hugely successful restart in Summer 2024, we’re delighted to announce that we’re keeping them going over the Winter. Our Wellness Walk Leaders will be…
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March 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Check out The Catherine McEwan Foundation! They have Wellness Walks for people with IBD and their family and friends. Find out where they are and register to join in here 👉
Our Self-Management Skills (SMS) programmes teach children and young people how to use tools and strategies to help cope better with a health condition, and they get to meet other young people facing similar challenges! Find out more or refer here 👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/self-managem...
March 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Our Self-Management Skills (SMS) programmes teach children and young people how to use tools and strategies to help cope better with a health condition, and they get to meet other young people facing similar challenges! Find out more or refer here 👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/self-managem...
🧠Happy #NeurodiversityCelebration Week! No child or young person is the same, our differences make the world a more interesting place! Find out more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week here 👇
Introduction | Neurodiversity Celebration Week
When it comes to inclusion, neurodiversity refers to a world where neurological differences are recognised and respected as all other human variations.
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March 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🧠Happy #NeurodiversityCelebration Week! No child or young person is the same, our differences make the world a more interesting place! Find out more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week here 👇
MILLIE is 9 years old, is autistic and was worried about going to the dentist. This book looks at ways to help children, young people, and those who care for them, to become confident about going to the dentist. BUY HERE👇
MILLIE Meets the Dentist - Children's Health Scotland
This book looks at ways to help children, young people, and those who care for them, to become confident about going to the dentist.
www.childrenshealthscotland.org
March 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
MILLIE is 9 years old, is autistic and was worried about going to the dentist. This book looks at ways to help children, young people, and those who care for them, to become confident about going to the dentist. BUY HERE👇
Are you passionate about supporting the right of every child to the best possible health? Children’s Health Scotland is the leading children’s health charity in Scotland and we are currently recruiting for new Trustees. FIND OUT MORE👇
Trustee recruitment - Children's Health Scotland
Are you passionate about supporting the right of every child to the best possible health? Children’s Health Scotland is the leading children’s health charity in Scotland and we are currently…
www.childrenshealthscotland.org
March 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Are you passionate about supporting the right of every child to the best possible health? Children’s Health Scotland is the leading children’s health charity in Scotland and we are currently recruiting for new Trustees. FIND OUT MORE👇
It's #KinshipCareWeek! In partnership with KCASS we are talking all about children & young people's #HealthRights! To find out more about our #CareExperienced Service, click here👉
Care Experienced Service - Children's Health Scotland
Children’s Health Scotland is the leading children’s health charity in Scotland and we’re the only charity dedicated to informing, promoting, and campaigning on behalf of the needs and rights of all…
www.childrenshealthscotland.org
March 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
It's #KinshipCareWeek! In partnership with KCASS we are talking all about children & young people's #HealthRights! To find out more about our #CareExperienced Service, click here👉
Mind to Mind features practical advice on coping with money worries that could help make life a little easier. To find out more visit👉 www.nhsinform.scot/mindtomind
#MindtoMind #LookAfterYourHead
#MindtoMind #LookAfterYourHead
March 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Mind to Mind features practical advice on coping with money worries that could help make life a little easier. To find out more visit👉 www.nhsinform.scot/mindtomind
#MindtoMind #LookAfterYourHead
#MindtoMind #LookAfterYourHead
Applications for the Scottish Child Payment are open for children under 16 years old. You can apply online, by phone, or by post. You should apply as soon as possible to ensure you get all the payments you are entitled to. Find out more 👉 www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/guidance-res...
March 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Applications for the Scottish Child Payment are open for children under 16 years old. You can apply online, by phone, or by post. You should apply as soon as possible to ensure you get all the payments you are entitled to. Find out more 👉 www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/guidance-res...
Join Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living for a peer support group focused on Self-Directed Support on Wed 19 March (11am-1:30pm) at Norton Park Conference Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY Please email PSL@lothiancil.org.uk to sign up!
March 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Join Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living for a peer support group focused on Self-Directed Support on Wed 19 March (11am-1:30pm) at Norton Park Conference Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY Please email PSL@lothiancil.org.uk to sign up!
Are you a #KinshipCarer looking for help on how to #Stressless? Join us for a #free 2 hour event on Sat 24 May at 10am to learn ways you can stress-less and look after your family and self. RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
UNDERSTANDING STRESS | KCASS | KINSHIP CARE
This is a FREE 2 hour workshop for Kinship Carers living in Scotland
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March 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Are you a #KinshipCarer looking for help on how to #Stressless? Join us for a #free 2 hour event on Sat 24 May at 10am to learn ways you can stress-less and look after your family and self. RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
SAVE THE DATE FOR #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek! Are you ready for the biggest week of the year that's dedicated to the health rights of children? Make sure you are ready! Want a school visit during the week? Then email CYPHRS@childrenshealthscotland.org
March 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
SAVE THE DATE FOR #ScottishChildrensHealthWeek! Are you ready for the biggest week of the year that's dedicated to the health rights of children? Make sure you are ready! Want a school visit during the week? Then email CYPHRS@childrenshealthscotland.org
Are you looking for our #SocialStories that help children know their rights in #Healthcare settings? Using health-related play and story play these stories are a perfect tool for a child or professional. You can find them here👇
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This book looks at ways to help children, young people, and those who care for them, to become confident about going to the dentist.
www.childrenshealthscotland.org
March 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Are you looking for our #SocialStories that help children know their rights in #Healthcare settings? Using health-related play and story play these stories are a perfect tool for a child or professional. You can find them here👇
In partnership with KCASS and Big Hearts #KinshipCarers can join us for a #free in person event on understanding self harm! Taking place on Thurs 15 May at 10am. RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
UNDERSTANDING SELF-HARM | BIG HEARTS | KCASS | KINSHIP CARE
This is a FREE 3 hour IN-PERSON workshop for Kinship Carers living in Scotland
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March 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
In partnership with KCASS and Big Hearts #KinshipCarers can join us for a #free in person event on understanding self harm! Taking place on Thurs 15 May at 10am. RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
Our team are getting ready for our first #BearsPicnic of 2025! It'll be day for #KinshipCare families to come together for self-management skills, games and fun! Thanks to the ALLIANCE for their generous support. Find out more by emailing LAFS@childrenshealthscotland.org
March 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Our team are getting ready for our first #BearsPicnic of 2025! It'll be day for #KinshipCare families to come together for self-management skills, games and fun! Thanks to the ALLIANCE for their generous support. Find out more by emailing LAFS@childrenshealthscotland.org
Knowing your rights means you can demand change when your rights – or the rights of others – are not being respected. Who Cares? Scotland has a whole page for #CareExperienced people to #KnowYourRights! Read here to find out more👉 www.whocaresscotland.org/get-support/... #MyHealthMyRights
Know Your Rights - Who Cares? Scotland
Every child, young person and adult has rights. Your rights are protected under law, which means no one can take your rights away from you. Knowing your rights means you can demand change when your…
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March 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Knowing your rights means you can demand change when your rights – or the rights of others – are not being respected. Who Cares? Scotland has a whole page for #CareExperienced people to #KnowYourRights! Read here to find out more👉 www.whocaresscotland.org/get-support/... #MyHealthMyRights
#KinshipCareWeek starts next week! We can't wait to take part in partnership with KCASS to host an event all about Calming Techniques and Health Rights! RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
CALMING TECHNIQUES AND HEALTH RIGHTS | KCASS | KINSHIP CARE
Let's dive into calming techniques and children's health rights in kinship care - join us online on18 March at 10:00 AM!
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March 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
#KinshipCareWeek starts next week! We can't wait to take part in partnership with KCASS to host an event all about Calming Techniques and Health Rights! RESERVE YOUR SPACE HERE👉
Are you #HealthRightsAware? Take part in our national #MyHealthMyRights Campaign and test your knowledge of #childrensrights. You can get our one of a kind downloadable sticker to show off your #HealthRightsDefender status👇
My Health, My Rights - Children's Health Scotland
We have launched a national My Health, My Rights Campaign that supports the right of children and young people to the best possible health.
www.childrenshealthscotland.org
March 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Are you #HealthRightsAware? Take part in our national #MyHealthMyRights Campaign and test your knowledge of #childrensrights. You can get our one of a kind downloadable sticker to show off your #HealthRightsDefender status👇
🏆NOMINATIONS FOR OUR SCOTTISH CHILDREN'S HEALTH AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN! With an exciting new category for 2025 we are launching our CHILDREN’S BRAVERY AWARD. You have until 5.00pm on Friday 11 July 2025 to nominate someone special👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/awards/
March 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🏆NOMINATIONS FOR OUR SCOTTISH CHILDREN'S HEALTH AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN! With an exciting new category for 2025 we are launching our CHILDREN’S BRAVERY AWARD. You have until 5.00pm on Friday 11 July 2025 to nominate someone special👉 www.childrenshealthscotland.org/events/awards/
We've been learning about our #HealthRights at SMS! A right is something that protects you, makes you feel safe and looks after your health and wellbeing.
Find out more about #ChildrensRights and #UNCRC from CYPCS here👇
Find out more about #ChildrensRights and #UNCRC from CYPCS here👇
Children's human rights
Child rights are a list of things that all children and young people need in order to live a safe, healthy and happy life.
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March 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We've been learning about our #HealthRights at SMS! A right is something that protects you, makes you feel safe and looks after your health and wellbeing.
Find out more about #ChildrensRights and #UNCRC from CYPCS here👇
Find out more about #ChildrensRights and #UNCRC from CYPCS here👇