Information for professionals

Phone First appeal from Southern Health & Social Care Trust

With continued pressure right across the health and social care system, Southern Health and Social Care Trust is appealing to anyone with urgent but not life threatening symptoms to please ‘Phone First’ before attending its Emergency Departments or minor injuries services.
Back to school with Text A Nurse

Text-a-Nurse is a confidential messaging service for young people aged 11-19.
Raise our 'Strictly spirits this autumn
Sarah's Story

£100 Voucher Scheme

Please note - NEW DATE FOR REGISTRATION - will be open from September 27 to October 25!
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.
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!
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 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.
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!
Our vision

Partners in care - Supporters in recovery - Advocates for Change
Carers now priority group 6 for COVID vaccinations

IMPORANT UPDATE - carers are now in the Priority 6 group for Covid vaccinations
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.
All carers can book a vaccine at a Trust centre

If you are the main carer and you are 18 or over you can now book a vaccination online at one of the seven trust centres.

Information for professionals

Make a referral

Training for professionals

One to One Advocacy support

Helpline

Training for Carers

A voice for carers

Coming Together