The Children’s Wellbeing Service

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As part of on-going work to improve Neurodevelopmental services for children and young people
living in Hampshire, the Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB has commissioned a new service to
respond to children who have social, emotional and mental health needs that result in
challenging/distressed behaviours.
The Children’s Wellbeing Service provides much needed support for parents of children and young
people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, which can present in a similar
way to conditions such as Autistic Spectrum Condition, Attention Deficit Disorder, Attachment
Disorder, anxiety and poor emotional wellbeing.
Families identified as experiencing difficulties such as the above can be referred to the Children’s
Wellbeing Support Service, which will work with parents/carers to identify needs and recommend
onward support where appropriate. By providing early, targeted support through a child-centred
approach, the service aims to:

• Support parents/carers in helping children self-manage and maintain good emotional wellbeing.
• Reduce the incidence of inappropriate diagnosis.
• Promote a healthy home environment and improve family dynamics.

• Additional information including the referral criteria and referral form can be found at: Primary Behaviour Service – Wellbeing Support Service (hants.gov.uk)