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Mental health social support

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If you are suffering from mental health issues social support services can really help you to begin recovery and get your life back on track.

Social Drop In Services provide a safe place for people with mental health issues to go. There are opportunities to meet people who share similar experiences. Staff are available to give you support. They can also give you information and advice about other services available in your area
Volunteer Befriending Services support people who are experiencing mental health issues and are socially isolated. They can meet with you on a one to one basis to do ordinary, everyday things which can help you to build confidence and self esteem
The Inclusion Support Service helps people with mental health issues to build bridges back into their communities. The service works with people on a one to one basis. An Inclusion Support Worker will help you work out what you want to do, identify the opportunities to do these things and go with you initially to introduce you to the activities of your choice

For more information about what these services offer and how to access them see Social Support for Adults Experiencing Difficulties with the Mental Health (pdf).

Social drop-in and befriending services are accessed through health or social care professionals or you can refer yourself using the contacts below
To receive the Inclusion Support Service you must be be referred by a health or social care professional