Local Support Events for Parents / Carers

Olive branch is a Winchester based counselling service for 18yrs+, offering weekly 50-minute counselling sessions for up to 12 months. Each session is paid for on an income and affordability basis.

A peaceful, safe space to come and share experiences and support other parents/carers of 11-25yr olds on this journey of raising young people, for which there is no training or handbook.

Sessions are facilitated by 2 Winchester Youth Counselling counsellors, and resources are provided on challenges which may be facing young people and their families.

The groups are free of charge, and there is parking on site, no booking required.

The Parent Support Programme (PSP) is for parents/carers who support children or young people experiencing mental health and/or emotional difficulties.
Quarterly information sessions are held at WYC offices, 68 St Georges Street, Winchester, at 6pm on a Thursday.

Click below to find out information about CAMHS events in our local area.

High quality, self-paid counselling with no waiting lists, delivered by a trusted local mental health charity in Winchester. Click below to find out more.

This is a free, weekly yoga session every Tuesday 11.30am-12.30pm at Winchester College Sports Centre

Fun, casual drop-in Badminton session for people experiencing mental health problems. All abilities welcome & equipment is provided!

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Nearby Sunday 2k junior parkrun events for 4 to 14 year olds and their families

The Winchester Food & Basics Bank provides emergency food and clothing and is available for all people in the city and surrounding area.