Spare an hour for CAUSE please!

Collection and bag pack dates for 2019

If you can spare an hour or two, please join our gang of collectors and bag packers by contacting Verity on 028 90 650 650 or email: [email protected]

Latest

CAUSE Ambassador talks about balancing career and caring

Read his interview with Rachel Dean
CAUSE visits Asda Westwood

CAUSE Carer Advocate, Pat Wilson and CEO, Valerie Sullivan paid a visit to Asda Westwood to meet with the team.
CAUSE Student Volunteer on a Volunteer Recruitment Drive

CAUSE well represented at Belfast Met Health & Social Care and Public Services Fair
Mental Health Capacity Act - WHSCT Awareness Sessions for Informal/Unpaid Carers

The implementation of this legislation has consequences for those service users who, lack capacity to make their own decisions and are in receipt of health and social care services. The Carers Support Team in Western Health and Social Care Trust has organised information events for informal (unpaid) carers.

CAUSE Ambassador talks about balancing career and caring

Read his interview with Rachel Dean
CAUSE visits Asda Westwood

CAUSE Carer Advocate, Pat Wilson and CEO, Valerie Sullivan paid a visit to Asda Westwood to meet with the team.
CAUSE Student Volunteer on a Volunteer Recruitment Drive

CAUSE well represented at Belfast Met Health & Social Care and Public Services Fair
Mental Health Capacity Act - WHSCT Awareness Sessions for Informal/Unpaid Carers

The implementation of this legislation has consequences for those service users who, lack capacity to make their own decisions and are in receipt of health and social care services. The Carers Support Team in Western Health and Social Care Trust has organised information events for informal (unpaid) carers.
World Mental Health Day - Mental Health Congress

Some of our staff attended Mental Health Congress on World Mental Health Day where the key note address was given by UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health, Professor Dainius Púras.
World Mental Health Day - New Crisis Safety Plan in Western Health and Social Care Trust

CAUSE Carer Advocate Annette joins Daniel from Foyle Advocates in welcoming Western Health and Social Care Trust staff Eilish, Kellie and Brian to explain to service users and carers their new crisis safety plan.
The Elephant in the Room – Time to Talk about our Emotions

Creating the link between World Suicide Prevention Day: Tuesday 10th September 2019 and World Mental Health Day: Thursday 10th October 2019. Keep learning part of the Take 5 which is the Public Health Agency’s framework for mental well-being... here are some ways to do just that and dates for your diary for carers in Derry/Londonderry, Omagh and Enniskillen
Asda Westwood joins us for World Mental Health Day

On the eve of World Mental Health Day 2019, we were delighted to join the staff at Asda Westwood in marking this special day.
'We stop people killing themselves'

To mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2019, BBC Scotland has spoken to three men in very different walks of life who are trying to turn the tide on the front line of men's mental health.
How poetry can be an outlet for Borderline Personality Disorder

Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) in her early 20s, Rosie felt ashamed, isolated and confused. The stigma of BPD has silenced people for years – but she’s had enough. Through her poetry, Rosie is leading the way for change, and showing that everyone deserves love, support, and most importantly, a voice.

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.
Jen and Paul Cha Cha Cha for CAUSE

We are having a ball supporting this fantastic local mental health charity - the only one of its kind!
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.
Harry's strictly for CAUSE

CAUSE is the only charity of its kind in Northern Ireland that is peer led and supports those people impacted by someone's severe mental illness.
Strictly Asda for CAUSE

I am doing Strictly with some of my Asda colleague's to raise money for such a great charity to help support Mental Health. CAUSE does some fantastic work in Belfast.
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.
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