How we help Our services How we can support you Whether you just need someone to talk to, guidance on finding your way around or accessing services, how to work with professionals, learning more about mental illness, support available for carers or dealing with other problems, we are here for you. Our frontline team of peer Carer Advocates work under the ANNI code of practice as approved by HSCB. They are empathetic individuals and experienced carers, employed to assist you in the following ways: Offering you a listening ear and enabling you to talk in confidence about your concerns and any issues that arise for them Providing you with information about services and support groups that will help you with your needs and concerns Assisting you in identifying programmes that can empower you and help you deal with your situation Supporting you in your relationship with the cared for person Encouraging your involvement with professionals in treatment and care plans Informing you of your rights The range of services delivered by our Carer Advocates can offer you help and support, and empower you as a relative, a partner, a friend or even a colleague to cope effectively in your loved one's recovery include: Free and confidential Helpline 0800 103 2833 Support Groups Activities and short breaks for CAUSE Carers Training for CAUSE Carers Training for Professionals 1 - 1 Carer Support Information for Professionals In addition to our general advocacy support services, we also provide: Dedicated and specialist services for carers with loved ones in the medium secure unit Shannon Clinic and/or within the justice system A specialist CAMHS Carer Advocate in Beechcroft – Child and Adolescent Mental Health Inpatient Unit that provides assessment and treatment for complex mental illness, acute risk, diagnostic complexity that cannot be assessed or safely treated in the community Personality Disorder Carer specialists for carers of a loved one with personality disorder. Make a referral If you require any information about our services please call us on 028 90 650 650 Other Helplines Manage Cookie Preferences