Early Years Mental Health Improvement Framework
- Area of Work: The ALLIANCE
- Type: News Item
- Published: 14th June 2023
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde are consulting on a new Early Years Mental Health Improvement Framework.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde on a new Early Years Mental Health Improvement Framework.
What is the Framework?
The Framework has been created to help support those working in the early years to plan and deliver mental health improvement activities for babies and young children who are under five years old, as well as for their parents / caregivers. In a simple model, it captures the key elements that evidence shows us can promote positive mental health in this age group.
You can also download the draft Framework from the Mental Health Improvement Team’s website (this link will take you away from our website. Further information about the Framework consultation and a range of supporting documents can also be accessed via this link. This includes evidence briefings, a policy mapping document, and a Framework audit tool.
How can you get involved in the consultation?
NHS GGC are running a consultation on the Framework and are keen to hear your views and opinions on it. Your feedback will be used to refine and improve the Framework, ensuring it is fit for purpose and meets the needs of a variety of partners.
You can contribute to the consultation in the following two ways:
- Via a Focus Group (online, up to 90 minutes)
- Third Sector Early Years focus Group – 20th June 10 – 11.30
GCVS/Everyone’s Children Team are hosting a focus group for people who work children under the age of five and parents of young children. This is open of anyone in the third sector, so if you cannot attend personally, could you pass the invite to someone in your team. The focus group will take place on MS Teams at 10am on 20th June. If you would like to attend, please respond to this email suzie.scott@gcvs.org.uk and I will send you an invite.
- Open focus group – Mon 26th June 12-1.30
If you cannot attend the third sector focus group, there is another focus group on Microsoft Teams on Monday the 26th June from 12.00 – 1.30 pm which is open to anyone to attend to share their views on the framework. Please note, numbers for this session are limited, but further dates can be explored depending on interest. If you are keen to attend, please email Laura Hills at laura.hills@ggc.scot.nhs.uk to register a place.
2. Survey (online)
You can also share your views on the Framework by completing an anonymous survey by Friday 28th July via this link: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/KF6JPP/
End of page.
End of page.
You may also like:
Take part in participant-led rail journey research
Continue readingThe committee wants greater involvement from lived experience to strengthen their work.
Continue readingLived experience and peer support driving mental health transformation in Scotland.
Continue readingThe new platform ‘MyCare.scot’ is being led by the Scottish Government and Public Services Delivery Scotland.
Continue readingRead more about financial support available for unpaid carers in Scotland.
Continue readingAs part of our 20 year anniversary, we celebrate the Scottish Sensory Hub, the important work they do, and why it matters.
Continue readingLucy Mulvagh, Director of Policy, Research and Impact, at the ALLIANCE is moving on after 10 years supporting the organisation.
Continue readingParties set out positions on human rights, social care and more at our hustings ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament Election.
Continue readingThe Digital Citizen Panel's monthly Conversation Cafe - Bring a Buddy has launched an 'On the Road' offer and is looking for hosts
Continue readingThese stories illustrate how system-minded, compassionate leadership is influencing transformation across health and social care in Scotland
Continue readingAfter the Scottish Government scrapped the initial review, the most recent proposal suggests a smaller number of broader outcomes.
Continue readingCare Roadshow Scotland to showcase leading innovation in care and latest sector updates at upcoming show.
Continue readingThis short report provides an overview of the role of housing in health and social care integration.
Continue readingWorking together to support families through a new whole household approach
Continue readingA coalition of organisations urges immediate support as rising costs threaten people most at risk across Scotland.
Continue readingYoung people’s feedback will help NHS 24 better understand needs and improve support services.
Continue readingALLIANCE input and lived experience evidence help shape stronger, person-centred and trauma-informed maternity care
Continue reading#TryAToolTuesday raises awareness of free and trusted apps and resources that help people improve and manage their health and wellbeing.
Continue readingEuropean Patients Forum announces 2026 training for young patient advocates to build skills and shape healthcare.
Continue readingTake part in this survey if you have a long term condition, are Deaf, Deafblind or have a Visual Impairment
Continue readingLearn more about the Parkrun BSL glossary and YouTube video series
Continue readingFind Lipreading classes local to you
Continue readingPaid internship opportunity for school leavers with Visual Impairment
Continue readingAn examination of the role of social workers in alleviating stigma experienced by members of the Deaf community in Ireland and the UK
Continue readingThis study is for young people aged 12–16 years living in Scotland, who are Blind or have Severe Sight Impairment
Continue reading