Wolverhampton Safeguarding Together

24/07/2026

Young people today are growing up surrounded by technology and are often eager to learn how it works. While this curiosity can be a positive thing, it can sometimes lead to risky online behaviour. Activities that may seem harmless, such as experimenting with games or systems, can develop into illegal cyber activity without young people fully understanding the consequences.

To support parents and carers, a free awareness session has been developed to:
✅ provide a better understanding of the work of the Cyber Prevent team and how they align with education partners to provide support and training around all things ‘technical’.
✅ demystify cyber terminology and help you to identify the red flags associated with illegal / unethical use of technology.

This will be held online on 28th July 2026 from 12pm - 1pm or 4pm - 5pm.

🎟️ Book your free place today:

Cyber Choices: Protecting young people from Cyber Crime.

17/05/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Week comes to an end, let’s remember:

Caring for our mental health is something we can all do, every day of the year.

Check in with yourself—and with each other. 💚

16/05/2026

Taking care of your mental health doesn’t have to be complicated 💚

The third practical tipsheet from Mental Health Foundation has 10 simple actions that can help lift your mood and support you with everyday life — from getting closer to nature and moving more, to making time for friends and being kind to yourself.

These small, positive steps can add up to make a real difference over time. Try a couple and see what works best for you 🌿

16/05/2026

Help is available...

If you’re struggling, support is available. Reaching out is a sign of strength.

🌐 NHS 111 (select the mental health option)
🌐 Every Mind Matters: https://orlo.uk/kBJXE
🌐 Wolverhampton Mental Health Liaison Service https://orlo.uk/82x70
🌐 Young Minds https://orlo.uk/rTr4Z
🌐 City of Wolverhampton Council Adult Social Care https://orlo.uk/c1kcH
🌐 Base 25 https://orlo.uk/kjGWI

15/05/2026

💙 As Hoarding Awareness Week comes to a close…

This week has been about starting conversations, challenging stigma, and reminding ourselves that support, understanding, and compassion matter.

Behind every situation is a person with their own experiences, strengths, and story. By listening, learning, and working together, we can help people feel heard, respected, and supported — not judged.

If you or someone you are working alongside with needs advice or support, remember there are local services and professionals who are here to help.

Let’s keep the conversation going beyond this week 💬

15/05/2026

Myth: You can go in and clear out all of the clutter and that will help the person to keep it that way.

Truth: NO – this approach will usually further traumatise the person concerned and lead to the rapid accumulation of items which very quickly become problematic again, sometimes to a greater degree than was previously the case (the ‘rebound’ effect)

15/05/2026

Wolverhampton Adult Social Care host a Hoarding Focus Group, bringing together colleagues from across agencies to explore how best to support individuals.

If you’re working alongside someone who is exhibiting hoarding behaviours and would like advice or support, please use the details on the flyer to get in touch.

15/05/2026

Myth: Hoarding is a recent phenomenon

Truth: NO – Despite only being officially recognised as a ‘disorder’ in 2013, examples of hoarding behaviours have been ‘exposed’, written about, exploited, sensationalised but, ultimately, MISUNDERSTOOD for over 100 years (at least!). It’s time we did something about that!

15/05/2026

Looking after your mental health is a journey – and small, consistent actions can lead to lasting change 💚

This second helpful tipsheet from Mental Health Foundation has eight practical ways to support your mental health in the long term. From staying connected and prioritising sleep, to setting boundaries and learning new skills, these simple steps can help build healthier habits over time.

Whether you choose one action or a few, the key is finding what works for you and making it part of your everyday life.

📄 Take a look at the tipsheet and start building positive changes today.

15/05/2026

Challenging stigma...

Mental health problems are more common than many people think.

By talking openly and treating mental health like physical health, we can reduce stigma and help more people get support early.