Referral to a user support group, a relatives? support group and the relevant voluntary agency should be a necessary part of the care programme. The value of peer support should not be underestimated as a valuable recovery tool. Referral by the mental health team to a local mental health support group should be made as appropriate. Information should be provided on the range of services offered by the voluntary sector and the potential benefits of support groups should be outlined. The mental health team should actively facilitate access to the relevant voluntary organisation.
Link Title
Aware.ie
Description
Aware is a voluntary organization formed in 1985 by a group of interested patients, relatives and mental health professionals, whose aims are to assist that section of the population who are directly affected by depression.
