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Winter 2018 newsletter

'Power to the People' Report, Cool FMs Paulo Ross tells his caring story, Regional News and Updates and much much more!

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Top up your COVID-19 protection with the spring booster

The COVID-19 spring booster vaccination programme gets under way today [Monday 15 April], giving the more vulnerable members of our community the opportunity to top up their protection ahead of any potential waves of COVID-19 over the coming months.
ASCERT Training Courses now available

ASCERT has a range of upcoming training opportunities including Understanding Alcohol, Working with Young People & Substance Misuse, Substance Misuse Awareness and more.
BHSCT - Mental Health Improvement & Suicide Prevention Training Guide for 2024-2025.

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Health Improvement Team have released its Mental Health Improvement & Suicide Prevention Training Guide for 2024-2025.
Northern Ireland Bereavement Support Website launched

Northern Ireland Bereavement Support Website has recently been launched

£100 Voucher Scheme

Please note - NEW DATE FOR REGISTRATION - will be open from September 27 to October 25!
Free access cards and tickets for carers

With lockdown restrictions easing we are looking forward to getting out and about a little more. Check out the schemes that provide free or reduced tickets for a carer!
free tickets and access cards for carers

With lockdown restrictions easing we are looking forward to getting out and about a little more. Check out the schemes that provide free or reduced tickets for a carer!
My family member has been detained - what does that mean?

This section only deals with people who are detained under the Civil process, (eg. from home) and not under the criminal justice process.
Support groups

A safe and confidential space to talk, to learn about mental illness and services but also to connect with others who are dealing with similar issues and problems.
How we can support you
For Carers

Run by mental health carers for mental health carers. we know from direct personal experience the issues that you as a mental health carer can face. Carer Advocates are here to provide you with help - tailored to what you need to cope in your care-giving role.
Sign the petition to Increase Carer's Allowance to equal 35hrs at National Minimum Wage

As of April 2022 Carer's Allowance is £69.70 a week for at least 35 hours caring a week, which works out at roughly £1.99 p/h. National Minimum Wage for 18 year olds is currently £6.83 p/h. We want Carer's Allowance to be increased to £239.05 a week, to reflect the work carers do.
What does recovery mean?

The concept of recovery
Paulo's Story

Cool FM radio presenter Paulo Ross is well known for his love of mountain walking — and for deeply personal reasons he’s passionate about the health benefits it brings and the support CAUSE offers.