Together in Norfolk

• CM7 3YG, 70 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers

The aims of this friendly group are to offer support to each other and help increase the awareness of mental illness and the effect it can have on carers, and those experiencing mental illness. We also try to stop the stigma associated with mental illness with community events and fundraise to help those that need in most in the local community.

• CM7 9AH, 70 miles from this group
• Tag: People with Mental Illness

Our Braintree art group has been running since 2008 and offers people with lived experience of mental illness the chance to come together in Braintree to write, paint and draw. Our friendly group offers a safe space for people to share their experiences, tips and knowledge, as well as work together to fundraise and campaign together in their local community. New members are warmly welcomed.

• CB2 3BZ, 73 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers

We are a very long running carers support group that meets in Cambridge and Peterborough. We are visited by speakers, have a large amount of local knowledge and experience, and constantly welcome new carers to the group. We provide a telephone support line (07783 267013) run by carers for other carers. Group members are also involved in making sure the voices of carers are heard by local NHS and social care services.

• CM2 6JY, 79 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers

We aim to support those who support others with their mental health, whether family members or friends. These people often don’t know how to support their loved one, friend or sibling and find the situation they're facing very confusing. As well as supporting people who support others, and helping them support each other, we have started a creative writing group for people with lived experience of mental illness. This gives members the opportunity to express themselves in a way they might not have been able to before.

• SG8 5PT, 82 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers and People with Mental Illness

A space for those with or who have had a mental health condtion and those who have been involved as families and carers. The groups aims are to meet on a friendly informal basis to create a sense of community and to share lived experiences. We will have coffee evenings and discuss any activities which the group may like to participate in, in the future.

• PE29 6FN, 83 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers

The purpose of our group is to bring together the parents and partners of people with first-hand experience of mental illness. We do this in an informal atmosphere where people can give each other mutual support. This is especially important for people whose loved ones have recently been diagnosed, and those who are new to the systems and challenges that people affected by mental illness commonly face.

• SS0 7AU, 85 miles from this group
• Tag: People with Mental Illness

Our group is coordinated by volunteers with lived experience of mental illness, who aim to empower members and promote and improve the mental wellbeing of people living in Southend-on-Sea and its surrounding areas. We offer friendly support for people with mental illness, whether it's diagnosed or not, and carers are welcome too. We meet for two hours on the second Wednesday of every month, to talk, socialise and do various activities in a safe space. These activities include art and crafts, writing, games, quizzes, listening to guest speakers, and much more. We meet for two hours on the last Saturday of every month (except December) to play ping pong, crazy golf, tumble tower blocks, board games, dominoes, cards and we can sometimes use the garden for outdoor activities. Refreshments of tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. We will be having our annual Post Christmas Social & Raffle with party food on Monday 30th December 2019 4pm to 7pm. We will be hosting a 'Time to Talk' day event on Thursday 6th February 2020 6:30pm to 9:30pm with games and quizzes plus more.

• LN10 6QG, 90 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers and People with Mental Illness

Our Woodhall Spa group has been meeting regularly for some time now to provide support to carers of those affected by mental ill health. We arrange a variety of different activities for members to participate in and enjoy, helping to reduce isolation and deliver respite from caring responsibilities. Our friendly group offers members support, compassion and empathy through the shared experiences we have. New members are always warmly welcomed.

• CT1 2DB, 95 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers

Our group aims to help carers and their partners, relatives and friends with a wide range of mental health problems, including accessing the information they need. We offer a safe environment where people feel at ease. We hold monthly meetings that give carers the opportunity to talk about the issues that are affecting them. At alternate meetings, we invite speakers to share their expertise to a wider audience. We also produce a monthly newsletter and offer telephone support.