Understanding Caring

NI Alcohol Awareness Week 2021

NIAAW' runs from 14 - 20 June and we have a range of alcohol related information needed to help us understand alcohol, its effects and how we can enjoy alcohol within 'low risk' limits.
Regional Mental Health Service for Northern Ireland Engagement Event

The Department of Health is hosting a virtual engagement event for people with lived experience of mental health services, as service users or carers, to get your views to help shape and influence the future arrangements for a regional mental health service
Breaks or Breakdown - Carers Week Research report
Carers NI statement this Carers Week

Worn out unpaid carers in Northern Ireland uncertain the services they rely on will continue post-pandemic

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.
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.
Our vision

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

IMPORANT UPDATE - carers are now in the Priority 6 group for Covid vaccinations
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.
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.
Supporting Activities

We arrange supporting activities and short breaks to ensure carers can prioritise their own health and well-being.
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]
Million Steps for CAUSE

This summer, why not take up our challenge to raise funds that will change the lives of many carers in need of our support.

Understanding Caring

Supporting recovery

Planning for an emergency

Carer's assessment

Worried about someone?

Are you a carer?