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While we must remain alert to the threat of the virus, we can do more outdoors than previous restrictions allowed.

Protecting our mental health during the C

This Mental Health Awareness Week, it’s important to remember it is OK to feel this way and that everyone reacts differently to different events. We've prepared a comprehensive list of services you can call upon for support, as well as 10 top tips from our Public Health team on improving your mental wellbeing.

Firstly, schools have worked extremely hard during the COVID-19 crisis to keep open when possible, providing places for the children of keyworkers and vulnerable children. It is to the credit of our dedicated school staff that we have been able to continue to support students, as well as offering a range of virtual lessons for most pupils.

We have over 320 children in foster care in Barnet, so it’s incredibly important we raise awareness and show our support for this essential part of our community. With only a few days left, join us in showcasing the honourable commitment of foster carers in the local area by using the hashtag #ThisIsFostering on social media.

Live Unlimited, the charity set up by Barnet Council two years ago, experienced overwhelming support for its Give A Dongle campaign.

Camden, Hackney, Barnet and Newham Councils have been named as part of a group of councils who will share best practice with others. The aim of their work is to help identify future coronavirus outbreaks and take action to stop the disease spreading in order to get the infection under control and save lives.

There are parents who have the best intention of being there physically, emotionally and financially for their children. However, it’s simply not possible for them to accommodate to the level required for their impressionable young ones. This could be for many reasons such as drug and/or alcohol addiction, mental health conditions and/or financial limitations. Fostering gives a child the opportunity to have some home-life stability, which is crucial for their development – allowing them the opportunity to thrive as they get older.

Following a very busy period of religious festivals where families and communities throughout Barnet have sacrificed coming together to observe religious customs and celebrations due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The video provides encouragement and motivation to Barnet’s faith communities, fellow residents and leaders to continue working together to stay safe during this time.

Today we have launched our “Barnet – Helping Children Back To School” campaign where we’ll be sharing useful resources and guidance for supporting parents, carers and teachers with their children’s mental health on a phased return to school.