Here are some resources that may be useful to staff and service users alike. Please be aware that we are not recommending any of the resources but are just sharing their availability, and are not responsible for their content. It is against the policy of Rosie Maternity Voices to promote paid services. However, due to the significant demands on NHS services we have made the decision to allow local links to paid offers to be placed here (** indicates pay to access), if the service might be of specific benefit to service users or staff due to NHS or Local Authority services being less available.
Resources
Mental health, physical health and emotional wellbeing
If you feel suicidal or feel like you will harm yourself or others: Call 999 or attend your nearest accident and emergency department.
Rosie Maternity Voices Covid Support Facebook Group
Safety advice for domestic violence survivors from Women's Aid
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ NHS guide to mental health
https://www.tenpercent.com/coronavirussanityguide *with free app access for NHS staff
CovidCalm short online stress management sessions for healthcare professionals during the Corona crisis. They are available for free every day, and consist of evidence-based “quick-win” tools, brief mindfulness meditation, and a chance to connect with other medical staff globally for peer support.
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/
https://www.bigwhitewall.com/ A safe community to support your mental health
https://www.giveusashout.org/ Shout Crisis Text Line- Text SHOUT to 85258 to text with a trained crisis volunteer 24/7
www.anxietyuk.org.uk/coronanxiety-support-resources Anxiety UK - advice and helpline – 03444 775774 (9:30am – 10pm Mon – Fri 10am – 8pm Sat & Sun) or text support on 07537 416 905. There is also regular online support groups you can register for
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/coronavirus Mental Health Foundation - Looking after your mental health during coronavirus outbreak
https://dadmatters.org.uk/ Support for fathers
https://ittakesballstotalk.com/ Support for males struggling with mental health
Maternal Mental Health Alliance Resources on Covid and mental health
https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/patients-and-parents/coronavirus-resources-for-children-and-families/ - resources for children including for children with additional needs
Sport England activities
https://yogawithadriene.com/free-yoga-videos/ Free yoga youtube videos
Daily cardio Workout app for apple or android devices Free fitness workouts from your phone
Relaxation resources and apps
https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/relaxation/ relaxation tracks
https://www.headspace.com/headspace-meditation-app
https://worry-tree.com/
https://tinyurl.com/relaxationtrack - relaxation track by SallyAnn Beresford
Journaling for stress relief
Free mental health printable resources
https://mentalhealthprintables.com/product-category/free/
https://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/freedownloads2.htm
https://www.bestcoloringpagesforkids.com/mindfulness-coloring-pages.html
Local events/classes
Peace During a Pandemic Zoom meetup. Join this FREE online hangout with Nadine Ferris France and Corrina Gordon-Barnes, Facilitators of The Work of Byron Katie, to question stressful thoughts.
https://www.facebook.com/events/3245201878841319/
Yoga **
Want to start your week feeling steadier and calmer?
Local Doula Bryony Vickers is running yoga classes every Monday morning via zoom. 930am - 1015am. A body positive class for all abilities.
Payment: Anything from £3 up to £10 depending on your circumstance. I'll take a maximum of £40 for my time and business costs and everything else will be donated to local charities. Sessions will be recorded so you can do the class at another time if you prefer.
Book online here https://bookwhen.com/bryonyvickers
https://www.facebook.com/events/3245201878841319/
Yoga **
Want to start your week feeling steadier and calmer?
Local Doula Bryony Vickers is running yoga classes every Monday morning via zoom. 930am - 1015am. A body positive class for all abilities.
Payment: Anything from £3 up to £10 depending on your circumstance. I'll take a maximum of £40 for my time and business costs and everything else will be donated to local charities. Sessions will be recorded so you can do the class at another time if you prefer.
Book online here https://bookwhen.com/bryonyvickers