Penumbra Distress Brief Intervention Service
Last updated: 28th July 2024
Support Type:
Other
Need supported:
- Health / Wellbeing
- Mental Health
- Peer Mentoring
- Personal Development
Aim/Purpose:
The Service is a two-tiered response;
- A Level 1 response from GP surgery staff/police Scotland/Mental health nurses
- Level 2 supportive interventions delivered by Penumbra DBI.
DBI responds to a referral made from level 1 staff on behalf of a person experiencing distress, with the provision of time limited support within 24 hours. The Service then provides community-based problem-solving support, wellness and distress management planning, supported connections and signposting for a period of up to 14 days.
Suitability criteria:
- All genders
- All ages
Assessment/referral process:
- Other
Any gender, 16+, must be living in Perth and Kinross, Dundee or Angus. Any level 1 trained staff. Closed referral pathway.