Archive for the 'Mental health' News Category
WWAMH Mental Health Development Worker 19/10/11
Posted on Tuesday, September 20, 2011
The successful applicant will work with the WWAMH Team to help support and develop mental health projects across Carmarthenshire.
Taking the Wheel 08/06/11
Posted on Friday, June 3, 2011
“Taking the Wheel” is a service-user led campaign which will empower mental health service users to take more control of their lives and the services they receive.
Consultation: Personal Independence Payment 01/08/11
Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2011
Please see link below regarding the consultation on draft assessment criteria for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) which the coalition government are introducing to replace DLA – despite the strong opposition to this expressed in the DLA consultation earlier this year. The consultation website is: http://ow.ly/52F5O There you will find a series of briefing notes [...]
Mental Health Matters – Looking Towards the Future Conference – 09/05/11
Posted on Friday, April 1, 2011
Bipolar Education Programme Cymru, MDF The Bipolar Organisation and the Mental Health Foundation
Mentoring & befriending funding survey
Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2011
The Mentoring and Befriending Foundation is running the ‘2011 UK funding survey for mentoring and befriending projects’.
Consultation on Draft Regulations under the Mental Health (Wales) Measure
Posted on Friday, February 25, 2011
Welsh Assembly Government began a twelve week consultation exercise on three sets of Regulations associated with the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
Introduction to Learning Disability and Mental Illness – 04/03/11
Posted on Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Introduction to Learning Disability and Mental Illness – 04/03/11
Youth Mental Health First Aid March-July 2011
Posted on Wednesday, February 23, 2011
It allows individuals to gain awareness and new skills, and helps organisations to improve mental health in the workplace. The course is for anyone aged working with young people aged 12-21 and for anyone over the age of 16 themselves.
Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 – Implementation Guidance
Posted on Monday, February 14, 2011
This implementation paper has been developed by the Welsh Assembly Government, providing guidance to statutory, independent and voluntary organisations.
Awaydays – Days Away from the Routine
Posted on Monday, February 14, 2011
Are you feeling alone or isolated? Then come along to join us for a friendly chat; cup of tea; coffee & biscuits!
Mental Health Measure Training – 25/03/11
Posted on Thursday, February 10, 2011
To develop a greater understanding of the implications of the Mental Health Measure.
Free Self-Management Training for Diagnosed Bipolar Disorder – 25th-27th Feb
Posted on Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Self-management training is designed to give participants a thorough and comprehensive understanding of bipolar disorder and also the concepts, tools and techniques involved in learning to effectively self-manage extreme mood swings.
Ceredigion Mental Health Development Worker – 18/02/11
Posted on Friday, January 28, 2011
WWAMH is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Development Worker.
ACGC Mental Health Program for 2011
Posted on Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Arts Care Gofal Celf activities are taking place at Carmarthen Bowling club, St Peters car Park on Tuesdays between 1.30 and 3.30pm for adults with mental health problems. All workshops are FREE.
Black and Minority Ethnic Mental Health Issues Event – 02/02/11
Posted on Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Awetu are raiding awareness of Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) mental health issues in Wales through a series of seven events across the seven health boards.
Health Minister welcomes Royal Approval for Mental Health legislation
Posted on Tuesday, December 21, 2010
The Health Minister Edwina Hart has welcomed Royal Approval of the Mental Health (Wales) Measure by HM The Queen through Privy Council. This was the final stage of the Measure’s journey to becoming law.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course 2011
Posted on Friday, December 17, 2010
This 2 day course is particularly relevant for staff working or living with young people, staff in the statutory and voluntary sectors, people working in a pastoral role, and the general public. Do please circulate to interested colleagues.
Mental Wellbeing Care System Event – 03/02/11
Posted on Thursday, December 2, 2010
In times of economic recession communities and individuals become more vulnerable to mental health problems such as stress and anxiety. How can we improve access to psychological therapies in Wales to help individuals and communities develop the skills and resilience to survive and to thrive?
Mind Cymru Launches Report November 2010
Posted on Wednesday, December 1, 2010
The findings of a consultation released today reveal for the first time the attitudes of young people in Wales towards suicide, including who they would most likely turn to if they or a friend had thoughts of taking their own lives.
Two Day Workshop on Mental Health Self Management 29-30/11/10
Posted on Wednesday, November 24, 2010
The Mental Health Foundation are holding another self management 2 day workshop course in Cardiff on Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th November 2010 at the WCVA Offices in Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff.
Arts Care Gofal Celf Mental Health Activities Programme Nov-Dec 2010
Posted on Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Arts Care Gofal Celf activities are taking place at The outdoor bowling club, St Peters Car Park, Carmarthen on Tuesdays between 1.30 and 3.30pm for adults with mental health problems. All workshops are FREE.
Rhwydwaith Choices November Event 11/11/10
Posted on Thursday, October 21, 2010
Rhwydwaith is inviting you to a Choices event: Thursday 11th November 2010, 11am – 2 pm at The Mind Centre, Carmarthen
Carmarthenshire Alzheimer’s Society 2010 Memory Walk 26/09/10
Posted on Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Sunday 26th September, 11 am, at the Millennium Coastal Park, Llanelli
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training 30 Sept-01 Oct 2010
Posted on Friday, September 10, 2010
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training is a 2 day workshop that offers intensive training for front-line workers and community members.
Turning Point Cymru – Support Worker 29/08/10
Posted on Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Support Worker, Carmarthenshire, 37 hours, £12,600-£16,800
First Minister’s vision for mental health services in Wales
Posted on Tuesday, August 10, 2010
In an exclusive interview in the new edition of the Mental Health Wales Journal Mr Jones speaks on a wide-range of mental health matters including: his personal and professional experience of mental health; the Proposed Mental Health (Wales) Measure; choice for service users; forthcoming spending cuts; the National Service Framework; and his working relationship with Health and Social Services Minister Edwina Hart AM.
Training: Working Safely with Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Sept/Oct
Posted on Thursday, August 5, 2010
Working Safely with Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse ~ A 2 day training course, Wednesday 29th September and 6th October 2010
Putting child sexual abuse prevention on the political agenda in Wales
Posted on Wednesday, July 28, 2010
This week marks the launch of the Commit to Prevent! campaign from Stop it Now! Wales.
Department for Work and Pensions: Benefits Literature Review
Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010
This report contains the findings of a review of the literature on the needs, preferences and experiences of people with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities when accessing benefits, specifically Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance (AA).
[lang_en][/lang_en][lang_cy][/lang_cy]All Wales Eating Disorders Special Interest Group 17/05/10
Posted on Wednesday, May 5, 2010
[lang_en][/lang_en][lang_cy][/lang_cy] There will be an all Wales eating disorder conference held and the Member’s Chambers County Hall in Llandrindod Wells on the 17th of may 2010.
[lang_en][/lang_en][lang_cy][/lang_cy]Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010
Posted on Tuesday, March 23, 2010
[lang_en][/lang_en][lang_cy][/lang_cy]The Minister for Health and Social Services, Edwina Hart has, issued a Written Statement: Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
WWAMH Mental Health Training 2010
Posted on Monday, March 8, 2010
Mental Health First Aid is a Welsh Assembly Government recognised 12 hour training course that improves mental health literacy and helps people to recognise the signs and symptoms of someone with mental health problems. It also helps people to respond to various mental health crises, engage with, support and signpost people to appropriate help.
Rhwydwaith Information Lunch 4/02/10
Posted on Friday, January 8, 2010
An opportunity to meet other people with experience of mental health problems, and to say how you would like to be involved in the planning of current and new mental health services.
Independent Commission on Social Services – Call for evidence 26/2/10
Posted on Wednesday, January 6, 2010
This is an opportunity for all parties likely to be affected by the Commission’s recommendations including carers and those currently using social services to give their views in a Call for Evidence process. The deadline for receipt of submissions is 26th February 2010.
Rowan Organisation opens its doors to Welsh speakers
Posted on Friday, December 18, 2009
This is the first office in Wales for the organisation and will provide bilingual services to people who receive Direct Payments.
Relate Cymru Christmas Craft Fayre 4/12/09
Posted on Thursday, November 26, 2009
Relate Cymru is holding a Christmas Craft Fayre and launching their new Re-MOT-ivate campaign at Ty Carwyn, 3 St Peter’s Street, Carmarthen SA31 1LN.
The National Action Plan to Reduce Suicide and Self Harm in Wales 2009-2014
Posted on Tuesday, November 24, 2009
The plan builds on work already happening to tackle poverty, homelessness and inequality. It looks at ways to help people feel part of their community.
Review of Mental Health Advocacy Services 2/11/09
Posted on Friday, October 16, 2009
A Carmarthenshire workshop will be held on 2/11/09 at the Carmarthen Mind Centre.
Amman Valley Dementia Carers Seminar 27/10/09
Posted on Friday, October 2, 2009
Amman Valley Dementia Carers Support Group is holding a seminar on dementia on 27th October 2009, at the Amman Centre, Margaret Street, Ammanford.
World Mental Health Day 8/10/09
Posted on Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Book launch of “No Footsteps without prints”, written by group of writers, poets and artists, all of whom have at some time been users of mental health services. Venue: Thomas Arms, Llanelli
Dementia Action Plan Consultation 3/9/09
Posted on Wednesday, August 26, 2009
The Welsh Assembly Government is holding a workshop on the Dementia Action Plan, during the consultation period, at the Media Resources Centre, Llandrindod Wells, Powys