Thank you for being part of our campaign đź’™

We’ve set 26 “Tips for Ted” teddies loose in cafĂ©s, libraries and other much loved local spaces across West Kent. The idea is simple… spot a teddy, scan the QR code on Ted’s T-shirt, and share a photo of Ted along with a mental health tip that helps you, or might help someone else.

Each teddy is safe and sound with one of our wonderful teddy- buddy venues, including Spa Valley Railway, The Amelia Scott, Tonbridge Old Fire Station, and many more.

This campaign is all about sparking conversations around children’s mental health and raising urgent funds for our Children’s Early Intervention Mental Health Service, which is at risk of closure in April 2026 due to funding coming to an end. We can’t let this happen đź’™

Here’s a sneak peek of Ted!

Please do get involved and go and find a teddy, they’d love to meet you đź’™

If you do find one…

  1. Snap a photo of where you found Ted and share it on social media, tagging @westkentmind.
  2. In your post, share one tip that helps your mental health, or something you’d like to try.
  3. If you can, make a donation to West Kent Mind to support children’s mental health.

A small teddy can spark a big conversation. Thank you for getting involved 💙

In April 2026, the funding that allows us to run our vital early intervention mental health service for children will come to an end.

We cannot let that happen.

Every day, we see just how desperately this service is needed. In January alone, we received almost 30 referrals from young people needing our help. That’s 30 children reaching out because they are struggling, children who need support now, not months or years down the line.

Without more funding, those children may not receive the help they need. And heartbreakingly, for many of them, there is nowhere else to turn. NHS services are under immense pressure, waiting lists are long, and too many young people are left trying to cope alone.

Imagine if that was your child.

We urgently need to raise awareness and vital funds for this service.

Early support can change a child’s life. It can help them feel heard, understood and supported before problems become overwhelming.

By donating our community can help ensure children continue to receive the care, compassion and early mental health support they deserve.