Our services

Covid-19, also known as coronavirus or CV19, is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. On March 11 2020, the World Health Organisation declared the new virus a pandemic. In order to assist our supporters and staff, we have set up this online hub to provide practical support and information that is useful for people supporting people with a complex mental illness.

Further to government advice on the coronavirus and the importance of social distancing to keep people safe, we are asking all of our groups not to meet in person for the foreseeable future but instead to maintain contact, where possible, through phone, email and other virtual technology.

The UK Government has increased measures to help combat the spread of the coronavirus which includes social distancing, the avoidance of public meetings and the need to stop any non-urgent travel.

Our front line team of Carer Advocates and all other staff have been asked to work from home and adhere to this guidance. Therefore, support to groups and individuals will now be provided by telephone and email and Carer Advocates will be unable to meet in person for the foreseeable future.

If you need support please call our free and confidential HELPLINE on 0800 103 2833 or

email: [email protected]

CAUSE Carer Advocates work under the ANNI code of practice as approved by HSCB. Our range of services delivered by a team of dedicated 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 and 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
Support Online Mail Service
Make a referral

If you require any information about our services please call us on 028 90 650 650

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South Belfast COVID 19 Helplne

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Forward South Partnership is delivering a South Belfast COVID-19 Helpline service to connect local people with support they may need during this time with a particular focus on those who may be vulnerable, isolated or experiencing financial hardship.
Department for Communities New Helpline 0808 802 0020

Department for Communities have set up a new Coronavirus (COVID 19) freephone Helpline: 0808 802 0020 available 7 days a week from 9.00am - 5.00pm
Carers' Allowance during Covid 19

During the Covid-19 pandemic, new measures allow unpaid carers to continue to claim Carer’s Allowance if they have a temporary break in caring, because they or the person they care for gets coronavirus or if they have to isolate because of it.

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.
Our vision

Partners in care - Supporters in recovery - Advocates for Change
Support our carers

Giving regularly helps us to continue our support to many families, friends and partners caring for a loved one with a serious mental illness as it allows us to plan for our future projects and services. You can make a one off donation too or give regularly now or you can also send your donation simply. If you require any further information about making a donation to CAUSE, please call us on 028 9065 0650 or email: [email protected]
Supporting Activities

We arrange supporting activities and short breaks to ensure carers can prioritise their own health and well-being.
Our services

Established in 1995, CAUSE is peer-led which means it is run by carers for carers. We know from direct personal experience the issues carers can face. 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.
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For Carers

CAUSE is peer-led which means it is 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.
Training

Our courses for carers and professionals, are designed to provide specific training - based on lived experience - to all those affected by a loved one's serious mental illness.
Meet the board

CAUSE strives to maintain a peer-led focus at both an operational and strategic level.
Looking after yourself

It is not unreasonable to expect that you should have time for yourself to engage in those activities which you find life enhancing and help maintain your wellbeing.