Rollercoaster Family Support are involved in a number of projects on a local and national level and are passionate about inclusion of children, young people and their families in mental health care.
Projects
PLACE Network
The PLACE Network brings together parent-carer support projects who focus on children & young people’s mental health from all around the Country
Funded by Charlie Waller Trust
Parent/carer support
For parents/carers supporting a child/young person (0-25 years) who is experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties. Support groups, 1:1 support, training, digital support & involvement opportunities
Funded by CCG
Out of the box
Making use of a box at Durham County Cricket Ground to provide a range of 1:1 and group support for families
We have a monthly steering group, get in touch if you’d like to get involved
Funded by CCG
Emily's Gifts
A project to provide a range of self-help resources to families in memory of Emily Moore
We have a monthly steering group, get in touch if you’d like to get involved
Funded by CCG
United Voice
A place to have your voice heard and make a difference in children and young people's mental health in County Durham. We have a bi-monthly meeting if you’d like to get involved
Funded by CCG
#Gettingthrough
Providing a range of ‘getting through’ guides to help families who have a child in inpatient services
Funded by NHS England
Mental Health Support Teams
Promoting and enabling co-production in mental health support teams
Funded by NHSE North
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Edge of care
Providing support to families where children are at risk of going into care
Funded by Durham County Council
If you would like to get involved in any of the projects above, please get in touch.
Alternatives to crisis
Working with families with a child at risk of inpatient admission
Funded by Durham County Council
This May Help
Coordinating participation and the steering group for This May Help film project
Funded by NHSE