Take the Smartie Challenge

'Will you (for CAUSE) a packet of Smarties eat

But the empty tube you must keep

20p pieces are what you must find

Ask friends and family, they won't mind

Fill up your tube, right to the top

Return in three weeks and we'll collect the lot!

It’s our 25th Birthday in 2020

Make it a fundraising year ahead of plenty!'

This must be the most simple way for you to fundraise for us and yes we are celebrating our silver anniversary in 2020.

It will have been 25 years then when two sets of parents established our first support group. Since then our services have evolved into what they are today!

Help us continue our vital work across Northern Ireland for another 25 years - so please get Smartie for CAUSE today!

CAUSE Silver Anniversary Year - 2020

For any further fundraising info, please call Anne on 028 90 650 650 or email: [email protected]

Latest

Revised Visiting Guidance for Western Trust Care Facilities from Monday 1 March 2021

Following guidance set out by the Department of Health, The Western Health and Social Health Trust (Western Trust) has confirmed changes to visiting arrangements for all care settings, which will apply from Monday 1 March.
Have your say - NI Mental Health Strategy 2021-2031

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this draft consultation - so please join us for the conversation
The MAs Programme

This programme to promote positive mental health and well-being for pregnant women and who have children age 0-3 years.
Update on vaccinations for carers

Carers who haven’t come forward or been able to book their vaccination are now being asked to contact the Carer Coordinator of their Trust.

On the dancefloor

Keep checking here to find out when we will be back on the dancefloor!
Ecards for CAUSE

Here's a easy way to support CAUSE
Dance Yourself Happy

Take on our new dance challenge at home and when lockdown is eased in your office or at school and invite everyone to learn this fun dance routine and raise much needed funds for CAUSE
Mugs for CAUSE

Continued support for CAUSE from local company Born and Bred
Virtually for CAUSE

In the wake of lock-down and social distancing we have come up with some ideas for you to help us raise much needed funds that will help support our vital work replacing all our cancelled or postponed events.
Game for CAUSE

Do you love gaming? Well this one is for you
Run 5

Run 5km, Donate £5, Nominate 5 friends - it's as easy as that!
Paws for CAUSE

Get active and relax with a walk each day and fundraise at the same time for CAUSE!
With a Cuppa

It's easy, simple and fun with every cuppa and cake that can help us support many mental health carers across Northern Ireland
Get crafty

There is no better time to knit, crochet or make something which we can sell, you can sell or help build stock for our fairs in the future.

Carers now priority group 6 for COVID vaccinations

IMPORANT UPDATE - carers are now in the Priority 6 group for Covid vaccinations
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.
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.
Great news for Carers – Vaccination programme is further extended

A major extension of Northern Ireland’s Covid-19 vaccination programme has today been announced which will see the start of a major vaccination drive for carers, with GPs and the regional vaccination centres both playing their part.
The impact of COVID-19 on carers in Northern Ireland

A statement by the Coalition of Carers Organisations NI
Lobbying policy

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