Early intervention in psychosis - carers leaflet
Useful contacts nationwide
NHS Choices: Carer’s Direct
Helpline: 0300 123 1053
Website: www.
Information from the NHS on support available to carers.
Carers Trust
Website: www.
Information and support for carers, including an online chat room.
Carers UK
Advice Line: 0808 808 7777
Website: www.
Email: advice
Independent information and support for carers.
Young Minds
Parents helpline: 0808 802 5544
Website: www.
Information and support on mental health for young people and their parents.
“What can I do to help” or “I’m worried I’m doing the wrong thing”
Does this sound like you? It is usual to feel like this when caring for a friend/relative. We recognise how difficult at times it can be supporting someone with a mental illness; however, it is really important to put time aside for yourself. Would you like time with a dedicated practitioner to discuss concerns as regards to your friend/relative or ask any question that are worrying you? Looking after yourself is important to you and for the person you are caring for to promote recovery.
We understand that at times it may be difficult to talk to someone who understands what you are experiencing, and this is why we are offering you support from our dedicated Carer Support Link, Debbie Warren.
Debbie is on hand to offer 1:1 support for carers and can offer face to face appointments. Debbie can offer on-going emotional support and complete carer assessments to identify any current needs and support required. Debbie has links with local agencies that can offer further financial, social and emotional support. Debbie will contact you initially and offer a face-to-face appointment at a time and place that is suitable for yourself. If you feel that now is not the correct time, then with consent Debbie will contact you again in three months to offer a further face-to-face appointment or to discuss any concerns you may have over the phone.
To arrange a face-to-face appointment, please contact Debbie on 0151 488 8381.
Recovery College
Why not attend a course at our Recovery College based in Blacon? The Recovery College offers recovery focused courses and workshops which will give you the opportunity to gain understanding of mental health challenges, build new skills and gain confidence to manage their recovery. The Recovery College is accessible for anyone who cares for somebody who is under Secondary Mental health Services. You can attend alone or with a friend/relative. They offer practical and psychological classes than can help you support the person that you are caring for.
Carers Group
Why not come and attend one of our monthly carer groups that are run intermittently throughout the year? Our friendly and experienced staff are on hand to answer any questions you may have. These sessions will aim to offer some education around psychosis, information about carer entitlements and the support of meeting others in a similar situation. You will have the opportunity on occasion to meet the Consultant Psychiatrist and ask any questions as regards to current treatment and recovery. The sessions are held in a friendly and confidential manner. If you would like to attend, please discuss with care co-ordinator or contact Debbie Warren.
Cheshire and Warrington Carers Trust and Making Space
If you are a carer, Cheshire & Warrington Carers Trust may be able to help make things easier for you. We deliver a wide range of local support services to meet the needs of carers in our community. These range from support services catered to the carer and provided by other organisations. Carers have different needs and Cheshire & Warrington Carers Trust can assist you in information regarding health issues, entitlements, mobility, grants for holidays, equipment and support. We also offer a wide range of activities, training and events for carers throughout the year across Cheshire. All services offered by the centre are free of charge.
Local contacts
Cheshire & Warrington Carers Trust
Support for carers locally: 0300 102 0008
Website: http:/
Email: advice
Making Space
Phone number: 01606 606694
Email: enquiries