There is a crisis in children’s mental health.
Children and young people who are seriously unwell – including those who have self-harmed or considered suicide – are failing to receive the support needed from the NHS.
With one-third of all referrals for children’s mental health services denied help – up to 60 per cent in some areas – the surge in demand is putting increasing strain on the NHS.
Waiting times vary greatly, with average first appointment waiting times ranging from three days to an unacceptable three years.
Currently, 1 in 6 children are struggling to cope.
Surf therapy intervention
The Wave Project on the Isle of Wight offers a viable solution for children and young people in the area.
Every year we aim to support 60 to 80 children and young people through surf therapy intervention.
Children and young people come to us for a variety of reasons, including neglect, bullying and bereavement.
Building self-confidence, resilience and self-esteem
After their six-week programme, the children and young people show significant improvements in their self-confidence, resilience, self-esteem and ability to build trust with other children and adults.
We have just completed our summer programme and looking ahead to our autumn sessions. We are appealing to our community, friends, volunteers, and supporters to help us raise the funds we need to continue our work on the Isle of Wight.
Fundraiser
We need to raise £3,000 this summer to be able to continue to respond to the children’s mental health crisis. Anything we raise will go directly to helping children and young people on the Isle of Wight.
Without your support, we simply won’t be able to reach as many children and young people who need our help this year.
Show your support
If you are able to donate to the project head over to The Wave Project Website.
Thank you so much for your support! The Wave Project Isle of Wight team
News shared by Sarah on behalf of The Wave Project. Ed
