The Surrey Care Trust is highlighting community programmes and resources for young people in Camberley, Surrey, during Children’s Mental Health Week (February 9–15, 2026). The initiative aims to help children aged 11 to 18 who are dealing with anxiety, social isolation or school-based stress by providing early, non-clinical support and mentoring. The project aligns with the 2026 national theme, “This is My Place,” to foster a sense of belonging within the local community.
The charity is providing non-clinical help through its mentoring and wellbeing programmes to help bridge the gap for families waiting for formal health services. By working with local schools and the Mindworks Surrey alliance, the trust offers community-based early help intended to prevent mental health issues from becoming more serious. These services are designed to reach vulnerable young people before they reach a point of crisis.
As part of the week’s activities, resource packs are being distributed to Camberley schools to help teachers and carers spot early signs of distress. The trust works with local partners in Camberley, including secondary schools such as Collingwood College and Kings International College, to support staff and carers with guidance and materials on identifying and responding to early signs of difficulty.
The charity relies on volunteer mentors who typically meet mentees for about one hour a week (sessions can be flexible and are sometimes 1–2 hours) to help build confidence and resilience. Surrey Care Trust and partners say that connecting young people with a trusted mentor for regular one-to-one time can produce transformative shifts in confidence and coping. Organisers are also using the week to encourage more local volunteers to sign up and meet growing demand for mentoring in the area.
Parents and carers in the community can access these services and get advice on how to support vulnerable children by contacting the trust directly or via Mindworks Surrey’s referral routes. This local push is part of a wider national effort—led by Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week—to ensure every child has a place where they feel heard and supported. By focusing on early help and community connections, the initiative aims to build a stronger support network for families across the region.
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