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Catalyst continues to offer low-cost counselling for people with mild mental health or substance use concerns in Surrey

Free ‘Be Ready’ programme from Headway Surrey

Safe space to share and learn

One-to-one structured help for people with mild mental health needs

Help is here for anyone feeling low, anxious or overwhelmed

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Loneliness means feeling alone. Social isolation means not having many people to talk to. You can be alone and not feel lonely or isolated. You can also feel lonely even when you are with other people. Here are some tips to help you stay active, connect with others and make friends. There are national and local organisations that offer face-to-face or phone support to people who feel lonely or isolated. National organisations include Silverline , Re-engage , and Independent Age . Tandridge Community Companions is a local organisation. There are other befriending organisations in Surrey too, like Good Neighbour Schemes . Age UK Surrey and Age Concern have many services and activities for anyone over the age of 50. Men in Sheds is a group just for men to meet, talk and make things. Some of these services might charge a small fee.…

to contact them and making sure relevant professionals know how to contact you How to look after yourself and your family through the provision of emotional support, spiritual and cultural support, transport, training and very importantly short breaks. Things to think about Make sure an appropriate… within the first 3 days of discharge. Make sure other children in your family are not forgotten. They will also need lots of support to understand what is going on at such a difficult time. …

that they can benefit from interacting with friends as well as receiving an education. The school can also provide your child and your family with an important source of support, including giving you a break during the day. If your child is no longer able to attend school due to their deteriorating…. Keep your child’s school informed of your child’s health condition and any absences. Explore with the school how to help your child keep up with school work and any additional support they might need. Ensure the schools of any other children in your family are aware of the family situation so that adequate support can be given to them as well. …

You may need specialist aids and equipment to care for your child. You and your child may be assessed by an Occupational Therapist from your primary care trust or children’s team who can inform you about the options and services open to you. Any aids and equipment should be included in your Child and Family Care Plan. If needing specialist continence aids for example nappies, talk to the health visitor or children’s nursing team for advice. Education and Resources for Improving Childhood Incontinence (ERIC) Helpline service provides support for children, parents and professionals who… the vital equipment, support and life skills they need to reach their full potential.…