Supporting Children and Young People in Skipton and Craven
Our vision is simple: Build a community where every child and young person is celebrated and knows they belong. To do this, we support children and families who are experiencing vulnerabilities to build resilience, thrive and achieve.
170 children come through our doors every week
Who We Support
Children aged 4 to 19 who either live or attend school in North Yorkshire, or are registered to a GP Practice in Craven.
Young people with SEND up to the age of 25 who either live or attend school in North Yorkshire, or are registered to a GP Practice in Craven.
Refer a child
FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS
You can refer your child by completing the referral form in full. Please provide as much information as you can, as this helps us determine the level of support your child needs. We may ask you for more information, so we can make sure your child gets the right support.
FOR PROFESSIONALS
A child can also be referred to SELFA by a professional working with them or their family. This can be a teacher, a social worker, a support worker, a health visitor, or an agency such as Carers’ Resource or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
REFER YOURSELF
If you’re a young person, you can self-refer too. We ask that you provide the details of a professional who may be supporting you so they can share additional details.
How You Can Help
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Fundraise
Your money will go directly towards helping SELFA provide health & wellbeing programmes.
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Donate
100% of your donation will support our children to build self-esteem and feel they belong.
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Volunteer
Volunteering is a rewarding way to give back and there are lots of different ways to volunteer at SELFA.
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Current Activities in our calendar
We provide health & wellbeing programmes, targeted holiday activities, peer-support groups and mental health support for children and young people.
SELFA News and Updates
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How we support mums at SELFA
Supporting mums is part of our DNA at SELFA. In 2007, our CEO Emma Pears founded SELFA while working for North Yorkshire County Council. As a mum herself, she understood the mental health needs of children, particularly those in the local area, and recognised that parents, especially mothers, also need support for families to truly
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SELFA Springboard: How we support young adults
At SELFA, we have more than 20 different groups for children, young adults and parents. It can be hard to know which one is right for you – so this week, we’re shining a spotlight on SELFA Springboard! What is SELFA Springboard? Springboard is a health project designed to tackle the health inequalities faced by
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World Book Day: The Power of Libraries in Supporting Mental Health
At SELFA, we understand the power of a good book. Whether it’s a fantasy novel or a mystery that you just can’t put down, reading is a wonderful way to escape to another world. Reading is also a great way to support your mental health – which is why we love helping our children and