Useful links to general information on mental health

The following organisations have been selected by RF to provide additional information and other sources of support. Please note the list is by no means exhaustive.

Carers UK: Information and help for the UK’s six million carers
www.carersuk.org

Mental Health Foundation: Uses research and practical projects to help people survive, recover from and avert mental health problems
www.mentalhealth.org.uk

Samaritans: Provides 24-hour, confidential emotional support to any person who is suicidal or despairing
www.samaritans.org.uk

Time to Change: England’s ambitious programme to end discrimination faced by people who experience mental health problems
www.time-to-change.org.uk

1 in 4 Forum: UK’s largest mental health online forum
www.1in4-forum.org

Age Concern England: Information and advice relating to older people in England
www.ace.org.uk

National Black & Minority Ethnic Mental Health Network: Works to reduce inequality and promote good practice in mental health for BME groups
www.bmementalhealth.org.uk