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Understanding Caring

Carer Support during COVID 19

Carer Support during COVID 19

It is recognised that the new challenging situation that carers find themselves in can be confusing and demanding - even tough. Support is available here to help you to get through this! Read more

Published: 7th October, 2020

Updated: 9th May, 2022

Author: Anne Holland

Making the most of the internet

Making the most of the internet

The internet can seem complicated, but our step-by-step guides can help you make sense of it. From keeping in touch with friends and family to doing your shopping and banking, our tips will help you feel confident and stay safe online. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2019

Updated: 9th May, 2022

Author: Anne Holland

Supporting recovery

Supporting recovery

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Published: 9th March, 2018

Updated: 16th April, 2019

Author: Anne Holland

Planning for an emergency

Planning for an emergency

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Published: 14th February, 2018

Updated: 18th April, 2020

Author: Anne Holland

Carer's assessment

Carer's assessment

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Published: 12th February, 2018

Updated: 29th April, 2019

Author: Anne Holland

Worried about someone?

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Published: 14th August, 2017

Updated: 20th March, 2019

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Are you a carer?

Are you a carer?

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Published: 14th August, 2017

Updated: 20th March, 2019

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  • We're hiring

    We're hiring

    Various posts are available and a key addition to CAUSE’s advocacy service, supporting families, parents, carers and friends of those receiving mental health services

  • Belong @ Eakin Run 5, Donate 5 & Nominate 5

    Belong @ Eakin Run 5, Donate 5 & Nominate 5

    Belong @ Eakin have partnered with CAUSE as our focused Charity of the Year 22/23.

  • Dietitians Week 20th June – 24th June

    Dietitians Week 20th June – 24th June

    This week marks Dietitians Week 20th June – 24th June and a new YouTube channel “The Public Health Dietitians” has been launched in partnership with Public Health Dietitians Group and the Public Health Agency.

  • It's Alcohol Awareness Week

    It's Alcohol Awareness Week

    Northern Ireland’s Alcohol Awareness Week is supported by the Public Health Agency and is taking place this week 20th June to 26th June.

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  • £100 Voucher Scheme

    £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

    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

    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?

    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

    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

    Our services

  • For Carers

    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.

  • Our vision

    Partners in care - Supporters in recovery - Advocates for Change

  • What does recovery mean?

    What does recovery mean?

    The concept of recovery

  • Paulo's Story

    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.

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