Midlothian
DETAILS
Local Authority area:
Midlothian
Primary Courts of relevance:
Edinburgh Sheriff Court and the High Courts
All information provided by:
Midlothian Community Justice Partnership
Midlothian Community Justice Information
Published: 30 November 2021
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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]