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

'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.
Strictly for kids

Trying to raise money for such a worthy cause.
International Coffee Day - Tuesday 1st October 2019

Coffee has never been more popular, with an estimated 3 billion cups consumed every day. To celebrate International Coffee Day, we are asking you to host a coffee party – it doesn’t have to be the biggest but it would help us continue to support the many families and friends who are affected caring for someone living with a severe and complex mental illness.
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.

Downton Abbey Premier Screening

Our Premier Screening of the much - awaited movie of the Downton Abbey TV series. You won't need to be an avid fan of the series to enjoy this movie!
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Strictly for Kids 2019

A magical opportunity to be a Strictly Star and help us support those families who are affected by a loved one’s serious mental illness.
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Our vision

Partners in care - Supporters in recovery - Advocates for Change
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.
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.
Strictly for kids

Trying to raise money for such a worthy cause.
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Training

Our courses for carers and professionals, are designed to provide specific training - based on lived experience - to all those affected by a loved one's serious mental illness.
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.
Meet the board

CAUSE strives to maintain a peer-led focus at both an operational and strategic level.