Published by Redbridge Concern for Mental Health

Two-thirds of Britons with depression get no treatment

Less than a third of people with common mental health problems get any treatment at all – a situation the nation would not tolerate if they had cancer, according to the incoming president of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

While the health secretary, Jeremy Hunt, has pledged to deliver "parity of esteem" for mental and physical health services, the treatment gap is now so huge that it may prove impossible to bridge in the current financial climate, said Professor Simon Wessely of King's College London in his first interview since election to the post.

Read the full article here

Run Up Peer Support Group - First Thursday of every month

Run Up facilitates a Peer Support Group on the first Thursday of every month from 11am to 1pm at 98-100 Ilford Lane, Ilford, IG1 2LD (no appointment needed).

The Peer Support Group is based around hope, support, encouragement and sharing experiences amongst people with lived experience of mental health issues.

RUN-UP Newsletter

Read and download the latest RUN-UP newsletter and find out more about the event exploring community engagement, peer support and volunteering.

Redbridge Suicide Prevention Strategy, 2014

A new Redbridge Suicide Prevention Strategy will focus on reducing the suicide rate in the borough; providing better support for those bereaved or affected by suicide; and preventing suicide amongst at risk groups.

The Group is made up of a range of local statutory and voluntary organisations including Public Health, Social Care, Housing, Education, British Transport Police and local mental health organisations.

Care Services Minister, Norman Lamb said:

“One death to suicide is one too many – we want to make suicide prevention everyone’s business. Over the last 10 years there has been real progress in reducing the suicide rate, but it is still the case that someone takes their own life every two hours in England.

“We want to reduce suicides by better supporting those most at risk and providing information for those affected by a loved one’s suicide."

Ideas for Stress Management, Thursday 11 September 2014

Identify and learn useful strategies to support yourself and others

All welcome - FREE of charge but food for lunch available at a cost from Kosher Cafe - please don't bring non-kosher food into the Centre

Start: 10:30
Finish: 15:30

Contact: Mark Willis, Jami
Tel:
Email:
Venue: RJCC Sinclair House, Woodford Bridge Road, IG4 5LN

Consultation on Redbridge Grants 2014

As the Corporate Grants Programme is now in the final year of a 3 year cycle the Council wishes to undertake a review of its processes to evaluate how it can be improved to strengthen its funding programmes, respond to changing social emerging needs and support the growth and development of the voluntary and community sector.

The consultation period will be for 12 weeks and it will close on the 1st October 2014. The outcomes of the review will be reported to the November Cabinet and published on the Councils website.

We are seeking the views of those who have either applied (whether successful or unsuccessful); or, who have considered applying for funding. You can also give your views if you have never applied or considered applying by looking at the information and letting us know what you think.

Please note that this consultation only applies to the following Council grant programmes: Redbridge Community Fund, Emerging Needs and Strategic Partners

Please click here to to start the web survey

Is someone hurting or upsetting you because of who you are? We're here to help.

Redbridge Concern for Mental Health is a Hate Crime Help and Referral Centre. We offer a safe, confidential environment for anybody who has experienced crime, harassment or abuse because of their: race; religion; sexuality; disability; age; gender identity or mental health condition.

Talk to us and we'll tell you about the wide range of options and support available to you. You can contact us on or email:

For more information about Hate Crime Help and Referral Centres visit Redbridge i

Do you need extra help to pay your rent or council tax?

It's normal to feel worried, anxious or down when times are hard. Job insecurity, redundancy, debt and financial problems can all cause emotional distress

Are you receiving Housing Benefit but still struggling to pay your rent in full? Are you finding it hard to pay your Council Tax even though you receive a Council Tax Reduction?

There is extra financial support which may be available to help you

Find out more on how to access Discretionary Housing and Hardship Payments on Redbridge i

Alternatively, email Redbridge Council
or call 020 8708 5690 and we can send you a form

Help available through the Redbridge Emergency Support Scheme

The scheme will provide financial help in two ways, but ONLY where there is no alternative help available:

Firstly, where urgent short term help is needed in exceptional circumstances, for example after an emergency or disaster, or to prevent serious risk to a person's or their immediate family's health or safety.

Secondly, where a person needs help to establish themselves in Redbridge after being in institutional care, as part of a planned resettlement programme, for example after leaving prison or residential care.

Please note: No cash payments will be made unless exceptional circumstances apply.

To find out more about the scheme and how to apply for emergency support click here

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