Mental Health
FUNDING - SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE WITH A LEARNING DISABILITY AND/OR AUTISM
DEADLINE 16th FEBRUARY 2024 -
The aims of this funding are to improve the emotional and mental wellbeing of children and young people with a learning disability and/or autism and support reducing their risk of issues such as:
· Challenging behaviour
· Escalations to mental health crisis
· Breakdowns at home / placements
· Hospital attendances and admissions
· School isolations / exclusions and non-attendance due to emotional wellbeing issue
Mental Health Support over Christmas - Service Opening Times and Crisis Lines
The festive period isn't always festive for everyone. It can be a difficult time for some.
Whatever the issue and whatever is going on, it's #OK2ASK for help.
Halton Health Improvement Team - Training
Nyki Benson (Health Improvement Practitioner – Mental Health) from the Halton Health Improvement Team has sent over the latest training dates for local organisations and businesses.
Warrington and Halton Support Hub Launch Event
Mental Health Matters would like to invite you to attend the launch of the new Warrington and Halton Support Hub.
The Hub offers out-of-hours mental health support in a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment.
The event is an opportunity for you to learn more about the service, meet the team and network with other local organisations and providers.
For more information and to confirm your attendance please email:
New Crisis Café to Host Community Open Evening in St Helens
A new wellbeing initiative, Crisis Café 110, is inviting local residents to its upcoming open evening on Friday, 10th October from 4pm to 6pm.
The café, based at Hope House, 110 Crab Street, St Helens (WA10 2DJ), aims to provide a safe and welcoming space for people seeking support with their mental health. Visitors will be able to meet the team behind the project, learn more about the services available, and connect with others in the community.
St Helens Mind - Men's Mental Health Project
This project aims to deliver a support program for men aged 18-25. The program will consist of four 12-week cohorts per year, each supporting 8 participants. The goal is to provide a structured, supportive environment where men can learn coping strategies, improve emotional awareness, and develop a strong support network.
Delivery Plan
St Helens Mind Launch New Male Mental Health Programme
St Helens Mind have received some funding to create a Men's Suicide Prevention group aimed at 18-30 year old men.
Fully Funded Mental Health, Stress & Suicide Awareness Training
Mental Health is important, looking after ourselves and supporting those around us can be hard.
Halton Health Improvement Team can offer training that can help, from spotting the signs that we may be struggling, to tips on talking about mental health and where to get support from. No role playing, just practical activities, case studies and videos.Launch of Kind to Your Mind Website
Kind to Your Mind is a website which can help support the mental health and wellbeing of people living and working in Cheshire and Merseyside.