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One Bristol – Community Link Service Store in Bristol

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

The One Bristol Community Link Service supports individuals, one-to-one, with a wide range of issues that can impact one’s mental health and wellbeing. We are a small team working out of community centres and Welcome Spaces around Bristol.

We understand

We understand that finding and accessing the support that you need can be challenging and can leave you feeling overwhelmed.

The Community Link Team can support you to make the connections that matter most to you.

Connecting you to services:
We can assist you in identifying and accessing health and wellbeing support available from both voluntary and statutory services.

Connecting you to help:
We can work with you to develop strategies and approaches for staying well and maintaining a positive attitude in difficult situations.

Connecting you with your community:
We can help you to access community groups and venues, enabling you to build and maintain positive connections.

What we will do

A Community Link worker will contact you to discuss what assistance you may require, even if you are unsure of this yourself. You will be able to meet and agree a plan for gaining access to support.

We can accompany you to first appointments if you find it difficult to do so on your own, or we can help you understand what is required to access another service. We can work with you to develop a plan to help you stay well when things get overwhelming.

We can meet with you in the community to help you gain confidence so that you can manage and access support independently into the future.

How we can help

Examples of where we are able to provide support could include any of the following:

  • Housing problems & risk of homelessness
  • Benefits advice and support
  • PIP applications/appeals
  • Bus pass applications
  • Support to access counselling/therapy
  • Improving relationships with family/friends
  • Tackling loneliness & social isolation
  • Pursuit of personal interests & hobbies.

Who we can help

You must be aged 18 years or over, living in Bristol or registered with a Bristol GP, and be willing to engage with Richmond Fellowship staff in working toward your own goals.


In partnership with:

Address

Unit 25, Spaceworks, Easton Business Centre
Felix Road, Easton
BS5 0HE, Bristol,

Contact

Mobile: 07584 183 444
Email: BristolCOL@richmondfellowship.org.uk

Cumbria Community Haven Store in Whitehaven

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

We are a free mental health service providing support to adults living in Cumbria. We are part of Richmond Fellowship, a nationwide mental health charity.

What we do

We provide a welcoming and non-judgemental place for individuals struggling emotionally and socially with life challenges, or those facing a mental health crisis.

We offer support through one-to-one appointments, these can be face-to-face or over the phone. We also host weekly drop-in sessions in various community settings throughout Allerdale and Copeland, no appointment is required for these.

The support provided includes guidance and information on how to positively manage your mental health and develop coping mechanisms, emotional support and signposting to relevant services.

Who we help

Our services are available to individuals aged 18 and over who are living in Cumbria.


Getting referred

You can refer yourself to our service or you can be referred by someone who is supporting you.

Referrals are taken over the phone and include a short referral form, your first appointments will be booked during this phone call.

Alternatively, you can attend a drop-in session where staff can provide support and information. Find out when are drop-in sessions are on our Facebook page.

Address

81 Lowther Street
CA28 7RB, Whitehaven, Cumbria,

Contact

Tel: 0330 008 3911
Email: communitysafehavens@richmondfellowship.org.uk
Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083177650071

Cheshire East Individual Budget Store in Cheshire

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s Cheshire East Individual Budget Support Service works with individuals affected by mental ill health already living in their own homes to receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities, such as budgeting finances, housing, supporting to appointments or doing the weekly food shop.

What we do

The Recovery Focused support we deliver through the customer journey, is developed and tailored to the individual needs. The support addresses wider issues such as housing, employment and family relationships. A holistic approach to recovery is present throughout the journey to support people with mental ill health, to re-establish a meaningful life, for themselves.

The service is concerned with supporting and facilitating individuals in their mental health recovery journey. It is about learning new skills, improving social inclusion, engaging in meaningful occupation, training, volunteering or employment.

We provide support Monday to Sunday between the hours of 9am to 5pm, delivering support packages ranging from 2 hours onwards per week.

Along with supporting with Mental Health we will support accessing training courses, voluntary groups and other social activities. We will support with community inclusion, financial issues, keeping and making appointments and helping with structuring daily activities, to promote independence.

The service is can be self-funded or direct payments from CCG or Local Authority.

Who we help

Adults aged 18 plus, with mental health problems, who wish to be supported in their personal recovery journey.


Getting referred

Referrals are made through Cheshire East Council.

Individuals can also access the service directly or by referral from any third party, with their approval.

Referral forms are available on request.

Mental Health should be the primary issue along with the wish to make recovery a reality.

Referrals can be made via phone or email.

Address

Hilary House, 7 London Road
Sandbach
CW11 3BB, Cheshire,

Contact

Tel: 01270 759190
Email: cheshirecbs@richmondfellowship.org.uk

North Shields Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) Store in Middlesborough

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

The Specialist Community Forensic Team is a community mental health service based at St Nicholas Hospital, Gosforth and Roseberry Park, Middlesbrough.

The Richmond Fellowship team work consists of a Senior Practitioner, Peer Support Workers, as well as Mental Health and Substance Misuse Recovery Workers.

We work alongside a wider clinical team consisting of Nurses, Psychiatrists, Social Worker, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists and also administration staff.

What we do

Our treatment and support includes:

  • Relapse prevention and recovery oriented practice
  • Providing treatment and support to prevent reoffending
  • Help with accessing accommodation and benefits
  • Support in pursuing education, occupation and employment
  • Enhancing social skills
  • Substance misuse work
  • Physical health promotion
  • Close liaison with family and carers – assessing and supporting their needs
  • Providing continuity of care between the hospital and the community.

Who we help

The service is for adults over the age of eighteen, who have been assessed as suitable for discharge from secure services.


Getting referred

Referrals are made via the clinical team within secure services.

Address

105a Howard Street
North Shields
NE30 1NA, Middlesborough,

Contact

Tel: 0191 296 0967
Email: scftservice@richmondfellowship.org.uk

West Berkshire Housing Related Floating Support Store in Newbury

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s West Berkshire Housing Related Floating Support service works with individuals affected by mental ill health already living in their own homes to receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities, such as budgeting finances or doing the weekly food shop.

What we do

Richmond Fellowship offers 13 units of supported housing in Newbury to people living with mental health problems. We provide flexible support packages tailored to meet individual needs ranging from long term intensive support for up to 2 year to brief solution focused interventions.

The service helps people manage their tenancies, maintain domestic routines and play an active part in their community.

Who we help

Our service is anyone living in the West Berkshire area aged 16 and above with a mental health diagnosis.

Individuals must need support to find or maintain a tenancy or their own home and be willing to work with us towards a positive outcome for their future.


Getting referred

Individuals can self-refer by contacting 01635 230165.

Referring agents can request a referral application form by contacting us directly.

All referrals will be assessed by the Mental Health and Support Panel.

Address

Flat 6 Garland Court
Berkeley Road
RG14 5BL, Newbury , Berkshire ,

Contact

Tel: 01635 230165
Email: info.westberks@richmondfellowship.org.uk

Wakefield Community Support Store in Wakefield

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s Wakefield Community Based Support service works with individuals affected by mental ill health already living in their own homes to receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities, such as budgeting finances or doing the weekly food shop.

What we do

We are a crisis drop-in service delivered throughout Wakefield and Five Towns providing information, advice and guidance to people suffering from mental ill health.

A 12 week support programme is run which provides one-one-to support to people that need support with mental ill health, including poor self esteem, social isolation, budgeting and finance, accessing support services.

We provide a Peer Support Hub. This runs a programme of groups and courses for and by people that have a mental health problem with the aim of reducing social isolation and facilitating peer support. Groups include crafts, Internet café, scrapbooking, wellbeing and many others.

We also offer volunteering opportunities within our peer support service. This includes facilitating and co-facilitating groups and courses, administration, graphic design and providing advice and guidance to people with mental ill health.

Who we help

Our service is available for individuals aged 17 and over, living in Wakefield and Five Towns with a mental health diagnosis.


Getting referred

For our drop-in service no referral is required. Just come along to one of our drop-in venues.

For a 12 week support programme, peer support or volunteering, please request a form and return to us by e-mail, post or in person.

Referrals can be made by the indiviual themselves or by a professional involved in their care or support e.g. GP, support worker, Job Centre adviser or psychiatrist.

Once received, the referral will be logged and the individual will be invited to attend an initial assessment meeting with their community link worker or the peer support co-ordinator.

Address

The Gaslight
Lower Warrengate
WF1 1SA, Wakefield,

Contact

Tel: 01924 339157
Email: wakefieldsupport@richmondfellowship.org.uk
Website: https://m.facebook.com/RF-Wakefield-Community-Support-101787955536949/

Tyne, Wear and Northumberland Liaison and Diversion Service Store in North Shields

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s Liaison and Diversion Service is commissioned by Cumbria, Northumbria, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) Foundation Trust. Liaison and Diversion (L&D) services operate by referring offenders who are identified with having mental health, learning disabilities, substance misuse or other vulnerabilities to an appropriate treatment or support service.

Anyone arrested and taken to a Police Custody suite in the CNTW area who show signs of vulnerability such as those identified above are then assessed by a Mental Health Practitioner located in the police station.

If the person is assessed as needing support and they are being released from custody they can be referred to the Liaison and Diversion Team within Richmond Fellowship.

What we do

The aim of the service is to Improved access to healthcare and support services for vulnerable adults, including both mental and physical health with the aim of reducing health inequalities. Diversion of individuals, where appropriate, out of the criminal justice system into health, social care or other supportive services. To reduce re-offending or escalation of offending behaviours.

Aims

  • Improved access to healthcare and support services for vulnerable adults, including both mental and physical health with the aim of reducing health inequalities.
  • Diversion of individuals, where appropriate, out of the criminal justice system into health, social care or other supportive services
  • To reduce re-offending or escalation of offending behaviours

                  


Getting referred

Referrals can only be placed by CNTW liaison and diversion mental health practitioner who is based in police custody.

Address

105a Howard Street
NE30 1NA, North Shields, Tyne and Wear,

Contact

Tel: 0191 296 0967
Email: twnliasion&diversion@richmondfellowship.org.uk

Tonbridge and Malling Community Support Store in Sevenoaks

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s Tonbridge and Malling Community Based Support service works with individuals affected by mental ill health already living in their own homes to receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities, such as budgeting finances or doing the weekly food shop.

What we do

Our community based service offers 10 units to residents and individuals seeking residence in Clarion HG properties for up to 2 years of support.

Who we help

Our service is available to adults with mental ill health, aged between 18 and 6 with a local connection to Tonbridge and Malling.

Individuals must be on the local housing register.


Getting referred

Referrals are open to anyone in the local area.

Application forms can be obtained through Greensands.

Address

Oak Lane
TN13 1UH, Sevenoaks, Kent,

Contact

Tel: 01732 743392
Email: greensands@richmondfellowship.org.uk

Suffolk Spot Purchase Community Support Store in Stowmarket

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Categories: Community Support

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s Suffolk Personalised Spot Purchase Service works with individuals affected by mental ill health already living in their own homes to receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities, such as budgeting finances or doing the weekly food shop.

What we do

We provide a spot purchase community based service for those in the Suffolk Coastal, Mid Suffolk and Babergh district.

Staff support is purchased either privately or is funded through Suffolk Adult Social Care.

We focus on community participation by supporting people to access existing opportunities in their local communities.

Our service also offers support with day-to-day tasks and activities such as budgeting their finances or doing the weekly food shop.

Who we help

Our service is available to anyone aged 18 years or over with a mental health diagnosis, under a mental health team and living in the Mid Suffolk or Coastal areas only.


Getting referred

Care coordinator referral
Initial enquiries may be made through the Service Manager. This may be to discuss whether the team have capacity and what hourly rate is charged, what this pays for and any additional charges. The Care Coordinator will then apply for funding through the EAT panel.

They will then need to send a current care plan, risk screen and health and social assessment, plus any other relevant information.

Once funding has been agreed and the confirmation email sent to the Care Coordinator and copied to Service Manager arrangements can be made for the first support session with the new client.

If it is deemed someone must pay for their own support then if they wish to proceed, arrangements for payment will be explained and agreed upon. An explanation of invoicing and payment will be explained.

Private referrals
Initial enquiries may be made through the Service Manager Manager, this may be to discuss whether the team have capacity and what hourly rate is charged, what this pays for and any additional charges. The Service Manager will then complete a needs assessment. If it is deemed suitable the package will then proceed to start at on an agreed date.


Additional info

Check out our blog site.

Address

3 Cricket Meadow
Finborough Road
IP14 1GF, Stowmarket , Suffolk ,

Contact

Tel: 0330 008 3792
Email: suffolk.recovery@richmondfellowship.org.uk

Sudbury Supported Housing Store in Sudbury

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Categories: Community Support, Supported Housing

Who we are

Richmond Fellowship’s Sudbury Supported Housing Service is tailored for each individual using the service with the ultimate goal to help you manage your accommodation and assist you with reintegration back into independent living and the wider community.

What we do

We provide 15 supported housing flats for clients experiencing mental ill health. The support is tailored for each service user and the ultimate goal is to help clients manage their accommodation and assist them with re-integration back into mainstream housing within 2 years.

We also offer a community support service for a fixed period of time. This is designed to help those already living in their own homes receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and activities.

Who we help

We take individuals over 18 who are on the Babergh Special Needs Housing Register or who have had their housing need recognised by another housing provider who can provide move-on accommodation.


Getting referred

Referrals should be made by an individual’s care co-ordinator who will have assessed their need for support.

We then meet with the individual to discuss their needs and together develop a tailored support plan.


Additional info

Check out our blog site.

Address

1 Queens Road
CO10 1UL, Sudbury, Suffolk,

Contact

Tel: 01787 881307
Email: sudburyshs@richmondfellowship.org.uk
Website: https://www.twitter.com/RF_Suffolk
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