It can be difficult to ask for help and there is still much stigma associated with mental health. When people come to us for support, our response is warm and welcoming. Our staff and volunteers are helpful and friendly. We don’t judge people.

The service aims to offer a rapid appointment convenient to the patient.

Initially, we will visit to complete a screening assessment. We will also discuss your present mental health needs and how we may be able to help. We will also give your carer the opportunity to discuss their own support needs in relation to the support they offer you.

Social services assessment, to identify if clients would benefit / would be eligible to receive a personal budget / social care package Occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions

If you are in hospital we will get you the support you need when you are ready to leave and help to prevent you from going back into hospital

will then work with you to agree a care plan to help meet your individual needs

The Trust’s specialist recovery services deliver effective rehabilitation, habilitation and recovery to people whose needs cannot be met by less intensive, mainstream adult mental health services.

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Counselling can help you deal with, and overcome, issues that are causing you emotional pain or that are making you feel uncomfortable. It provides a safe and regular space for you to talk and explore difficult thoughts and feelings.

People First Our Vision: A world where each and every individual is treated equally, fairly, and where their rights, choices, and beliefs are respected. People First is an independent customer-led organisation that has worked in the North of England for over 30 years. We have a deep understanding of the region, our communities and the unique challenges. We are the largest provider of Advocacy in Cumbria, supporting thousands of people every year to have their voices heard and helping them to live their best lives. Our independence is very important to us, we are not run or controlled by any other service. We are a passionate organisation which dedicates itself to representing people’s views, we are dynamic and courageous and not afraid to stand up and be counted.

MIND (Carlisle and Eden) We’re Carlisle Eden Mind, your local mental health charity. We believe no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’re here for you. Today. Now. We’re on your doorstep, at the end of a phone or online. If you’re stressed, depressed, in crisis or supporting someone else we’ll listen, give you support and fight your corner. We believe everyone deserves respect and support when facing a mental health problem. Mindline: 0300 561 0000 Mon to Fri 12 noon – 11pm | Sat, Sun and Bank Hols 5pm – 11pm

ManHealth ManHealth provide free peer support groups and a WebChat and Connect service across County Durham and Northumberland for men with depression and other mental health conditions. We know that the intense emotional pain you can experience when depressed can distort your thinking so it becomes harder to see possible solutions to problems, or to connect with those who can offer support. Suicide might seem like the only way to make the pain stop. We also know that peer support offered by someone who has a lived experience of mental ill health can help men.