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]

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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.
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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.
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.
Meet the board

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

It is not unreasonable to expect that you should have time for yourself to engage in those activities which you find life enhancing and help maintain your wellbeing.