Third Sector Programmes: Mental Health

Mental Health

 

Interventions suitable for

Drop-in service for any adult aged 18-65 years who is registered with a Midlothian GP.

Programme Title and Provider

Access Point (Health in Mind)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

The aims of this service are to help the individual understand their mental health better, to signpost them to local services and groups and, if required, to support the individual to access them.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community. Address use of time through support groups, interests and hobbies.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Drop-in service for any adult aged 18-65 years who is registered with a Midlothian GP.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Anyone who has mental health difficulties living in Midlothian.

Programme Title and Provider

Art Psychotherapy (Health in Mind)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

The service gives people the opportunity to work with their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing using art materials, alongside talking.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community. Address use of time through support groups, interests and hobbies.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Anyone who has mental health difficulties living in Midlothian.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

People experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues, decreased confidence, negative thinking, lack of motivation, low mood etc.

Programme Title and Provider

Bibliotherapy Service (Braw Blether groups)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

The service focuses on Creative Bibliotherapy, delivered via a Social Model (i.e. people with low mental health and wellbeing supported by non-professional(s) to engage in reading).

Possible Outcomes

Improvements for people experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues, increased confidence, address negative thinking, lack of motivation, low mood etc.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

People aged between 18-65 years old in East Lothian and Midlothian who have experienced a mental health difficulty. A children and young people advocacy service is also offered.

Programme Title and Provider

CAPS Independent Advocacy

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Advocacy service to help with issues relating to mental health, such as housing, employment and other services.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Referral once on a Community Payback Order. People (including children and young people) in East Lothian and Midlothian who have experienced a mental health difficulty.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

People with mild to moderate distress, such as anxiety, depression and/or stress.

Programme Title and Provider

Guided Self Help (Health in Mind)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

A short term intervention for people who are finding it difficult to cope with depression, low mood, anxiety or stress.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community. Address use of time through support groups, interests and hobbies.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/whilst on a Community Payback order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Women of any age in Midlothian who are isolated or experiencing anxiety.

Programme Title and Provider

Midlothian Women’s Group (Weekly) (Health in Mind)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

The group gives women who are isolated or experiencing anxiety a safe and supported space to talk and meet new people.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community. Address use of time through support groups, interests and hobbies. Improved mood allows for better relationships building self-efficacy and hope.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Young people aged 12-21 across Midlothian

Programme Title and Provider

MYPAS

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Art Therapy, Counselling Services and Mental Health Education. MYPAS work with Midlothian Council and NHS Lothian and other local organisations to: hold drop-ins, meet young people one-to-one, provide outreach services, hold educational sessions in local schools and run group work programmes.

Possible Outcomes

The project works with young people aged 12-21 across Midlothian with a range of mental health difficulties, drug and alcohol use, anxiety, depression, self-harm, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders and body image etc.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

People living in the Midlothian area who have mental health support needs.

Programme Title and Provider

Orchard Centre Day Service (Health in Mind)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Resource centre, based in Bonnyrigg offering a wide range of activities aimed at improving wellbeing and they include relaxation, arts and crafts, a new members group, music, discussion, computer, swimming, knit and stitch, photography and focused groups including Living Life to the Full and Self-Harm Management.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community. Address use of time through support groups, interests and hobbies. Improved mood allows for better relationships building self-efficacy and hope.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Currently available to anyone feeling isolated due to experiencing mental ill health.

Programme Title and Provider

Re:discover Midlothian befriending service (Health in Mind)

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Re:discover befriending offers matches for up to 12 months.

Possible Outcomes

Address isolation, improve and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Increase positive links with the community. Address use of time through support groups, interests and hobbies. Improved mood allows for better relationships, building self-efficacy and hope.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/whilst on a Community Payback order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]