Recovery – Choice, Control and Recovery: A guide to Self-directed Support

Choice, Control and Recovery: A guide to Self-directed Support, December 2009, Mental Health Foundation Click on the title above to access the full-text of this report Abstract: This booklet is for people who experience mental-health problems and who are interested in getting access to self-directed support in Scotland. Self-directed support is designed to help people [...]

MINDFULNESS – Mental Health Foundation

About MINDFULNESS – Mental Health Foundation, January 2010   Mindfulness Links Click on the title to access the resources and information Abstract: How people handle the way they feel plays a big part in mental health. In difficult times, it is not unusual to focus solely on negative thoughts and feelings and become consumed by them. [...]

Developing psychosocial resilience: how to cope in a crisis

Developing psychosocial resilience: how to cope in a crisis  Department of Health, December 2009 Click on the title above to access the full-text of this document Abstract: This guidance provides a stepped model of care for staff that is sensitive and responsive to their needs before, during and after emergencies. It will ensure that staff [...]

You Care You Count – Guide for Carers

You Care You Count , May 2009, RETHINK Abstract: You Care, You Count is a guide for carers about their rights. This booklet also describes good practice carers should expect, and signposts them to further resources. There is now a section on how to influence local support and services Lancashire Care staff can request the [...]