Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for Children, Young People and Families in Gloucestershire

 

 

Jigsaw is a Gloucestershire community-based charity providing trauma-informed support to children, young people and families who are struggling with their mental health, wellbeing or day-to-day stability. We exist to make sure no one feels alone, unheard or lost in the system. Our work is grounded in kindness, consistency and a belief that people thrive when they feel safe, understood and supported at their own pace.

 

At Jigsaw, we take a relational approach. We build trust, listen carefully and work alongside families to understand what life is really like for them. Many of the people we support are facing challenges such as anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, school difficulties, family stress, housing instability or crisis situations. We offer calm, consistent support that helps people build confidence, stability and hope.

 

Who We Support

 

 

We support children, young people and families across Gloucestershire who may be experiencing challenges with their mental health, wellbeing, relationships, education or everyday life.

 

Every person and family is different, so our support is personalised to their individual circumstances, strengths and needs. We work alongside people who may be experiencing anxiety, emotional difficulties, trauma, family challenges, social isolation, barriers to education or other difficulties that are affecting their wellbeing.

 

Our support can include mental health and therapeutic support, family support, youth activities, tutoring, mentoring and practical support to help people feel more confident, connected and able to move forward.

 

Our Services

 

 

Jigsaw provides a range of community-based services for children, young people and families across Gloucestershire. Our support is designed to meet people where they are, helping them improve their wellbeing, build confidence and overcome barriers.

 

Mental Health and Wellbeing 

 

Trauma-informed mental health, wellbeing and therapeutic support for children, young people and families, including support with emotional difficulties, anxiety, trauma and other challenges.

 

Children and Young People

 

Practical and emotional support for children and young people experiencing challenges with their wellbeing, relationships, education or everyday lives.

Youth Connect 

 

A welcoming youth club and youth support service where young people can connect with others, take part in activities, build confidence and access support.

Tutoring and Mentoring

 

Personalised tutoring and mentoring to help children and young people overcome barriers to education, develop confidence and achieve their goals.

Jigsaw Community College 

 

Training, qualifications and professional development in youth work, education, wellbeing and community support.

Our Approach 

 

At Jigsaw, we provide compassionate, person-centred support that starts with listening. We take time to understand each person's circumstances, strengths and needs, building trusted relationships and working alongside people at their own pace.

 

Our approach is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming. We recognise that each person's experiences are different and that mental health, wellbeing, family life, education and wider circumstances can all affect one another.

 

We work with children, young people and families to build confidence, strengthen relationships and overcome barriers, helping people feel heard, understood and supported.

 

Our services are shaped by listening to the people and communities we support, as well as working alongside families, professionals and community partners. We continually review and develop our services to respond to local needs.

 

Making a Difference

 

Everything we do is focused on helping people feel heard, build confidence and create brighter futures.

 

Our support can help children, young people and families to:

  • Improve emotional wellbeing and resilience
  • Build confidence and independence
  • Strengthen family relationships
  • Improve engagement with education
  • Reduce situations that may lead to crisis

  • Access education, employment and volunteering opportunities

 

More than 90% of families

 

More than 90% of families who respond to our survey tell us they feel heard, supported and better equipped to manage future challenges after working with Jigsaw.

Working Together

 

We work alongside schools, Family Hubs, health and social care services, local authorities, charities and community organisations across Gloucestershire.

 

By working together, we can identify needs early, reduce barriers to accessing support and help children, young people and families receive joined-up support when they need it.

 

Our partnerships also help us understand local needs and develop services that respond to the needs of the communities we support.

Need Support?

 

If you or someone you care for needs support with mental health, wellbeing, family life or other challenges, Jigsaw is here to help.

 

You can contact us directly or find out how to refer a child, young person or family for support.