Together in Norfolk

• CB2 3BZ, 58 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.

• CM7 3YG, 61 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 ill health. 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, 61 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.

• PE29 6FN, 66 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.

• SG8 5PT, 68 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.

• CM2 6JY, 71 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.

• LN10 6QG, 73 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.

• SS0 7AU, 79 miles from this group
• Tag: People with Mental Illness

Our group is run by people 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 (refreshments provided) 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, listening to guest speakers, and much more. Since March 2019, we’ve also started to offer 'active' activities every fortnight. We run a rolling schedule of rounders, table tennis, fun workouts and walking, as well as regularly try new activities. In addition, we sometimes organise one-off activities, which have previously included a post-Christmas social with raffle and party food, and a Time to Talk Day event.

• LN1 2BE, 87 miles from this group
• Tag: Carers and People with Mental Illness

Our RENEW group comes together monthly, offering traditional peer support to anyone affected by mental illness. The group meetings are facilitated by experienced and knowledgeable people who provide a safe, supportive environment where social support is provided in a non-judgmental atmosphere. We also share information and signpost to other services, through our shared knowledge and experiences. Meetings are relaxed and inclusive, with new members always warmly welcomed.