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Rethink Shrewsbury Carers Support Group

Services and Groups |Last updated: 09/10/2023

We are a long-standing peer support group for carers that offers information and support relating to mental health. We do this by sharing experiences and organising speakers to talk about mental health topics. Group members stay informed about local mental health matters and campaign on local issues. New members are always welcome. For meeting venue details, please contact the group via phone or email

Worried about your mental health? How to get treatment and support

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 31/03/2025

This section explains how you can get help if you are worried about your mental health. It explains about options for treatment and support. Such as seeing your GP, talking therapy and self-help and support from charities. This section is for anyone worried about their mental health.

HMP Humber

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Humber. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition dedicated mental health Care Navigators, provide support for those being released into the community to ensure mental health is maintained during this time. Our provision in HMP Humber is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP Hull

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Hull. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition dedicated mental health Care Navigators, provide support for those being released into the community to ensure mental health is maintained during this time. Our provision in HMP Hull is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

Rethink South West Kent Carers

Services and Groups |Last updated: 14/03/2024

The group aims to support 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. The group meetings give carers the opportunity to talk about the issues that are affecting them. We also hold periodic social get togethers for our members. Please contact our group email for more information.

Canterbury & Coastal Rethink Carers Support Group

Services and Groups |Last updated: 19/08/2024

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. Our group members raise awareness of the support of Rethink Mental Illness in the community by attending at Southeastern train stations health events, we also stage an annual sponsored fundraising bike ride event, the next being on Sunday 15th May 2022. Our group has a physical activity initiative too, called the ‘Bike Ride, Walk and Talk’, further details can be obtained by contacting CCGroup@rethink.org. We embrace opportunities to extend our provision of activities that bring families of Carers and their loved ones who are service users.

HMP Altcourse

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Altcourse. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 3 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from PWP’s and CBT therapists. In addition our Care Navigator supports individuals with the lead up to release, and post release to manage their mental health needs and successfully resettle in the community. Our provision in HMP Altcourse is delivered as a subcontract with Merseycare NHS Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

Bristol Siblings Group

Services and Groups |Last updated: 23/10/2024

Do you have a brother or sister living with mental illness? You are not alone! When your brother or sister is unwell it can be a difficult time for you and your family. You might have lots of questions and concerns. You might be worried about your sibling and how best to support them. You might need some support for yourself and find it difficult to know where to turn. The Bristol Siblings Group is a voluntary led peer support and we run the group in the evenings, once a month, via Zoom. A supportive space: Whether your sibling is experiencing ill mental health for the first time, or they have been affected by mental illness for longer, you are very welcome to come along to our monthly meetings where you can: • meet other siblings • share your experiences and the emotions you feel as a sibling • access information on mental health issues and sibling support • realise you are not alone. A place to share: The group is very friendly and informal, and you’ll have the chance to offload, and talk about whatever’s going on for you and your family. It’s up to you how much or little you talk, but you can feel sure there will people at the group who want to listen and connect with you. Information and learning: We share information on how to look after someone who is unwell or share ideas about how to look after our own mental health.

How to start a conversation with someone living with a mental illness

Last updated: 06/02/2025

HMP Northumberland

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Northumberland. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for older adults with support from Age UK. Our provision in HMP Northumberland is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP Deerbolt

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Deerbolt. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for young adults. Our provision in HMP Deerbolt is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP Durham

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Durham. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for young adults. Our provision in HMP Durham is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP Frankland

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Durham. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for young adults. Our provision in HMP Durham is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP Holme House

Services and Groups |Last updated: 30/04/2024

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Holme House. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for young adults. Our provision in HMP Holme House is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP Kirklevington Grange

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP Kirklevington Grange. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for young adults. Our provision in HMP Kirklevington Grange is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

HMP and YOI Low Newton

Services and Groups |Last updated: 17/07/2023

Rethink Mental Illness deliver talking therapies and specialist mental health through the gate support for individuals residing in HMP and YOI Low Newton. Talking therapies are delivered in line with Step 1 – 2 of the NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) model and include interventions from Wellbeing Coaches, PWP’s and Counsellors. In addition we provide specialist wellbeing coach support for young adults. Our provision in HMP Low Newton is delivered as a subcontract with Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Foundation Trust and together we provide an integrated and holistic mental health provision. Our partnership with TEWV is part of the Reconnected to Health provision, led by Spectrum CIC with Humankind as a specialist substance misuse partner. Individuals can self refer or be directly referral by a health professional.

"Please, don't be quiet. Talk." - Vinnie's story

Last updated: 09/10/2023

"We need seamless links between mental & physical health care"

Last updated: 09/10/2023

“A men’s football peer support group helps me thrive” – James’ story

Last updated: 13/10/2023

Ethnic minorities and mental health

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 10/04/2025

If you are from a Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, you may face specific issues relating to your mental health. This section gives information on your options for support and treatment to help resolve specific issues.

Asylum seeker and refugee mental health

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 10/04/2025

This section looks at help for refugee and asylum seekers mental health. It also provides general signposting for further help and advice. This information is for adults who are 18 or over and are refugees or asylum seekers in England. It is also for their loved ones and carers, and anyone interested in this subject.

Frequently asked Q's

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 11/04/2025

This page looks at section 135 of the Mental Health Act. It explains when and how this section is used. It explains what your rights are under this section. And what could happen after it ends.

East Kent Peer Support Service

Services and Groups |Last updated: 30/10/2024

We are a free support service for people who have any kind of mental health issue (diagnosed or undiagnosed) who are looking for a low-level peer support service and live in the East Kent areas of Thanet, Dover, Folkestone, Hythe, Romney Marsh and Ashford.

Advance statements and advance decisions - Planning your future care

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 11/04/2025

This section looks at what an advance statements and advance decisions are. It explains how to make them and what happens if they are not followed by professionals.

MHAP (Mental Health Awareness Portishead) Group

Services and Groups |Last updated: 13/10/2023

We offer a friendly, welcoming space for carers who are supporting the wellbeing and mental health of young people and we support each other by sharing experiences and information in an informal but confidential setting. Feel free to come along! Your wellbeing is important too! Are you looking for support but can't get to our evening sessions? Are you in need of a break and a listening ear? Rethink MHAP offers Walk & Talk daytime sessions and for further information please email: mhap@rethink org or call Catherine on 07568967933

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