A new range of services is now available across Dorset to provide a rapid response to people in a mental health crisis.
Access Mental Health allows people to define their own crisis and seek help without waiting for a GP referral. More here: https://t.co/qIL1zl6aO3 @WMHDay
Board Member Julie Leigh attended the launch of the Wareham Community Front Room today saying: “Wow, what an afternoon spent at the Wareham Community Front Room. Congratulations to the team in setting up a welcoming, supportive atmosphere in the lounge. Best wishes for the future
The Bridport Town Mayor officially opened the new Community Front Room (CFR) this morning over in Bridport as part of our new Access Mental Health service. Find out more about CFRs here: https://t.co/tzlRm3JG2j
The new Bridport Community Front Room has been launched today and will be providing mental health drop-in support - with no referral needed.
Open: Thursday to Sunday, 3.15pm to 10.45pm at The Assembly Rooms, Gundry Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3RL.
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If you need urgent mental health support call Connection at 0300 123 5440. Connection is a round-the-clock helpline for people of all ages, anywhere in Dorset, who are experiencing mental health and need support. https://t.co/DPuVDfgsT4
Carmen White, Assistant Director of Supported Housing & Health, was particularly struck by the remark from Fraser Nicholson that if he was homeless according to the average life expectancy of a homeless male he would not be here now. #endhomelessness#worldhomelessday
The Homelessness Reduction Board launched today. We'll be working more closely in partnership with other agencies to tackle homelessness by coordinating the wide range of existing services. https://t.co/4MN45lg11e
First meeting of the day with the brilliant team at George House talking about homelessness in the city. Really blown away by professionalism and commitment of the @BCHAnews staff. Thank you. #plymouth#lukeMP