Linking Pathways

17/01/2026

16/01/2026

Peninsular Tourette’s support group is back again tomorrow! Held at our offices 56 Chester Street, CH415EA. Please share for anyone who may be in need of support ❤️

14/01/2026

Train to be a fully qualified Counsellor with us!

There’s still time to register and join our evening class.

New year new career??

Our next evening class starts February 2026
Thursdays 7-9pm

04/01/2026

Our practice opens tomorrow and our drop in service starts again this Thursday 🥰

Our mental health drop-in is back this Thursday, 12–3pm at 56 Chester Street, Birkenhead (CH41 5EA).
Whatever’s on your mind, come along for a chat — the kettle will be on ☕️ and support is always here when you need it.

04/01/2026

We’re bringing SEND support to your community – and we need your ideas!

SENDLO and Koala North West are planning roadshows across Wirral.

Starting tomorrow at Leasowe Community Centre, 10:00am-12:00pm.

These events are all about listening to families, shaping services together, and choosing themes for future sessions.

Tell us what matters most to you:
✔ What should we call the roadshow?
✔ What topics do you want covered?
✔ Who do you want to meet and speak to?

Head to SENDLO What's On to find out when and where you can come to chat to us. If you can't make it in person then complete the quick survey in comments below.

Your voice matters. Let's build this together!



Parent Carer Participation Wirral
The Positivitree
Crea8ing Community
Wirral Youth Alliance
Wirral Council
My Child Can
The Hive, Wirral Youth Zone
hatch Merseyside
Stick 'n' Step
Autism Together
Wirral SEND Partnership - WIRED
Wirral Libraries
Family Toolbox
Linking Pathways
The Quirky Community Hub

31/12/2025

New year new career??

Our next evening class starts February 2026
Thursdays 7-9pm

14/12/2025

Outdoor play is one of the most powerful supports for a child’s developing brain. Running, climbing, and exploring do far more than burn energy. These movements trigger the release of serotonin and dopamine, two essential neurotransmitters that stabilize mood, sharpen focus, and strengthen emotional resilience. Physical play also activates brain regions involved in planning, balance, problem solving, and stress regulation.

When children move freely, their nervous system receives signals of engagement and joy. Serotonin helps regulate emotions and create calmness, while dopamine promotes motivation and curiosity. Together, these chemicals support cognitive growth and improve the brain’s ability to adapt to challenges. This natural process cannot be replicated through screens or structured routines alone. Free play offers a unique combination of sensory input, risk taking, and creativity that strengthens neural connections.

Outdoor environments also encourage independence and confidence. Uneven ground, open spaces, and natural obstacles teach children how to judge distance, assess safety, and navigate uncertainty. These experiences build a strong prefrontal cortex, the brain area responsible for emotional control and decision making. The more children practice these skills in a safe and supportive setting, the more resilient they become.

Parents and caregivers can support this development by offering unstructured time outside, allowing children to explore at their own pace. Even short periods of nature based play create meaningful changes in brain chemistry and overall well being.

Each moment of movement shapes a healthier, steadier mind, giving children tools that support them throughout life.

14/12/2025

Our final group session of the year takes place tomorrow evening and it's our parents' support group.

We invite parents to bring a photo of their child if they feel comfortable doing so.

If you would like to come along and you haven't been before, please get in touch.

14/12/2025