Mental Health
Welcome to the Mental Health Category, a compassionate haven offering diverse support in North Tyneside. Our resources cover a spectrum of mental health concerns, addressing the challenges and complexities that people may face. Whether you're seeking guidance on wellbeing, coping strategies for stress and anxiety, or support for a loved one with dementia, our category is designed to provide understanding and assistance.
In this space, we prioritise inclusivity, aiming to foster connections and community for those dealing with loneliness and isolation. The category extends support not only for specific mental health issues such as depression, self-harm, or eating disorders but also focuses on overall mental recovery and wellbeing. Additionally, we offer information and assistance for learning disabilities and autism challenges, emphasising understanding and inclusivity.
Connect with our supportive community and discover a wealth of resources aimed at promoting mental health awareness and providing valuable support for your unique well-being journey.
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Consulting and Information
Services
Parkinson's Helpline
Our specialist nurses and advisers are at the end of the phone to provide information about any aspects of living with Parkinson's. They can discuss managing symptoms and medication, social care, employment rights, benefits and more. The helpline is free and confidential, and an interpreting service is available if needed. Opening times: Monday-Fr… >
Parkinson's UK Information
We produce a range of health and social care information, with input from healthcare professionals and people who have direct experience of Parkinson's. Our information is written for you, whether you live with the condition yourself or you are a friend, family member or carer. It covers everything you may need to know to deal with the day to day … >
Good to Know Groups
What are Good to Know Groups?We run Good to Know Groups as part of our Telephone Groups. These one-off events offer social and learning opportunities to people who may not be online or who may struggle to get out and about into their communities. They also connect older people with their peers and partner organisations, to hear and talk about issu… >
Advocacy
Giving a voice to vulnerable adults in North Tyneside. Why Advocacy? Sometimes basic rights are denied to vulnerable people. Advocacy is founded on the belief that people are of equal value regardless of ability, wealth or status and are therefore entitled to equal rights. We should all be entitled to the following rights: To make decisions abo… >
Children & Youth Social Prescribing
Social Prescribing Service for children and young people aged 6-16. >
Parent & Carer 1-1 Support Sessions
Support sessions for parents & carers delivered by our qualified Family Wellbeing Practitioners. >