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Our Time We support children and young people growing up with a parent with mental illness. We need your support.

We exist to support children and young people who have a parent with a mental illness. Through our family workshops, often known as KidsTime, we bring children and their parents together with others, in a safe and supportive environment. And our professional training is educating teachers, GPs, social workers, and others who work with children, about the issues, so that we can look out for young people. Our Time Voices, is shining a spotlight on the experiences of people who have grown up with a parent who has a mental health issue, so that we can increase nationwide support. You can be part of our story by making a donation, or registering to take part in an event.

It’s time to listen.These are just some of the wishes shared through by people with lived experience of growing up wit...
16/10/2026

It’s time to listen.

These are just some of the wishes shared through by people with lived experience of growing up with a parent with mental illness.

Their words show how much it can mean to have an adult who notices, listens and gives a young person the space to talk.

Thank you to each and every person who shared their wish with us as part of this year’s campaign.

It’s not too late to sign up to receive our resources and tools! Visit our online hub below to get started ⬇️

ourtimecharity.org.uk/i-wish

According to The Children's Society’s 2026, too many young people do not feel like they can be themselves in their com...
15/10/2026

According to The Children's Society’s 2026, too many young people do not feel like they can be themselves in their communities.
Every child should feel free to be who they are.

Barriers to belonging are blockers to support. We’re backing their calls on the Government to invest in the building blocks of belonging, so that every child feels they belong.

Read more in their full report ⬇️
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood-report

‘’I wish an adult noticed the change in my behaviour and had been brave enough to ask what was happening at home. I just...
14/10/2026

‘’I wish an adult noticed the change in my behaviour and had been brave enough to ask what was happening at home. I just needed someone to listen and remind me I wasn’t alone!’’

As part of this year’s campaign, we spoke to professional dancer, choreographer, and previous My Family, Mental Illness & Me podcast guest Alyx Steele, who grew up alongside parental mental illness.

Alyx’s words remind us how crucial it is for adults to notice small changes in a young person’s behaviour and be brave enough to check in, ensuring no child feels like they're carrying it all by themselves.

Read more stories from our campaign at our online hub below ⬇️
ourtimecharity.org.uk/i-wish

12/10/2026

Four million children in the UK are growing up with a parent with mental illness. Too many are going through it without anyone knowing.

We want to change that.

By sharing , starting conversations and supporting our work, you can help us reach more of the adults who can make a difference in a child’s life.

Help us spread the word and make sure more children who have a parent with mental health problems are seen, heard, and supported.

Find out how you can get involved at our online hub below ⬇️
ourtimecharity.org.uk/i-wish

Today is World Mental Health Day!This year’s theme is all about lived experiences being heard. Focusing on real voices a...
10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day!

This year’s theme is all about lived experiences being heard. Focusing on real voices and real change.

Real change happens when we listen to people who have lived through the realities of mental health challenges within their families.

Conversations matter. Listening matters.

If you’d like to read these powerful stories in full, or if you’re interested in sharing your own, click the link below and help us amplify voices that need to be heard.

➡️ ourtimecharity.org.uk/stories/blog

Behind every wish is a young person who wanted to be seen, heard, and understood.Through , Our Time ambassadors, KidsTi...
09/10/2026

Behind every wish is a young person who wanted to be seen, heard, and understood.

Through , Our Time ambassadors, KidsTime attendees and supporters are sharing the things they wish an adult had said or done when they were growing up with a parent with mental illness.

Their words remind us that sometimes, listening, asking a question and being there can make a bigger difference than we realise.

Swipe through to read their wishes ➡️

For additional tools and resources, visit our online hub at ourtimecharity.org.uk/i-wish

When schools create space to talk about parental mental illness, children feel safe to step forward.Providing educators ...
07/10/2026

When schools create space to talk about parental mental illness, children feel safe to step forward.

Providing educators with the training and skills to recognise and support these students can transform school environments.

A Pastoral Lead at an East London Primary School shares how Our Time’s school resources helped develop their staff’s confidence and encouraged children living with parental mental illness to identify themselves and seek support.

Discover how we support schools and educators at our online hub ⬇️

ourtimecharity.org.uk/i-wish

You don’t need to have all the answers.Sometimes, listening, asking a question and letting a child know you’re there for...
06/10/2026

You don’t need to have all the answers.

Sometimes, listening, asking a question and letting a child know you’re there for them can make a real difference. Be the adult someone needed.

Find the tools and resources to support the children in your life at our online hub ⬇️

ourtimecharity.org.uk/i-wish

We’re looking for an exceptional Communications Lead that will manage Our Time’s communications strategy, ensuring that ...
06/10/2026

We’re looking for an exceptional Communications Lead that will manage Our Time’s communications strategy, ensuring that our voice is bold, consistent, and impactful.

More details below:

Communications Lead | 3 Days a Week | £40,000 (£24,000 actual) | Remote

You will play a central role in defining and delivering our communications strategy, ensuring our message reaches families, professionals, funders and partners with clarity, consistency and impact.

Closing Date: Midnight, Tuesday 20th October 2026

To apply for the role and view the job description, visit our website for more details ⬇️

ourtimecharity.org.uk/work-with-us

What do you wish an adult had known? is a campaign sharing the real words of people who grew up with a parent with ment...
02/10/2026

What do you wish an adult had known?

is a campaign sharing the real words of people who grew up with a parent with mental illness.

We’re continuing to share wishes from Our Time ambassadors, KidsTime attendees and supporters, showing how one adult can make a difference by noticing, listening and offering support.

Swipe through to read their wishes ➡️

For additional tools and resources, visit our online hub at ourtimecharity.org.uk/iwish

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