HeadsUP Mental Health Awareness CIC is a not-for-profit organisation based in Devon, dedicated to supporting children, young people, and their families with their wellbeing. Established in 2018, we help young people develop confidence and resilience to thrive in today’s world.
Our main aims:
- Empowering and equipping young people to look after their mental health.
- Offering support and guidance to schools and youth settings to improve overall wellbeing.
- Helping children and young people develop personal strengths and skills for adult life.
Our values:
- Empowering children and young people to look after their mental health.
- Supportive towards children, young people, families, schools, and staff members.
- Determined to influence positive change for a brighter future.
- Collaborative work with other organisations to ensure the best service possible.
We offer grant-funded sessions throughout our programmes, making our support accessible to those who need it most.
Useful links for additional support:
- Kooth: Free, safe, and anonymous online support for young people.
- Young Minds: Online support for young people and parents.
- Young Devon: Specialist advice on accommodation, sexual health, and counselling.
- The Mix: Support service for young people covering mental health, money, homelessness, jobs, and more.
Contact us to learn more or get involved. We are here to help young people build the skills for life and support families and schools in promoting wellbeing.
Categories:
Advice for young people
Health advice
Mental health support
Preventative services for children and young people
Healthy lifestyle
Information and advice
Mental health
Youth support
Service access criteria:
Primary aged children starting to struggle with their mental health
Additional needs catered for:
N/A
Waiting list (weeks):
24
Children's Mental Health, Prevention, Early intervention