Mental health resources and services

An introduction to the mental health of older people

e-Learning resource looking at key issues, research, policies and approaches relating to the mental health of older people.

Supporting people who are isolated or vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis

Part of Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice for social care

This quick guide shares information, resources and ideas that you can use and share with the people you support during the coronavirus crisis.

Social work and mental health in Northern Ireland

Part of Northern Ireland social work and social care

Resource acknowledging the important contribution that social workers make in promoting good mental health.

Mental Capacity Act / Mental Health Act webinar recording

Part of Mental Capacity Act (MCA)

Webinar discussing the forthcoming changes to the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. Policy experts, practitioners, academics and others reflect on these important changes.

Improving mental health support for our children and young people: Expert Working Group final report

Part of Improving mental health support for young people in care

The final report of an Expert Working Group was set up to ensure that the emotional wellbeing and mental health needs of children and young people in care are better met.

Models of care and care pathways to support mental health and wellbeing of looked after children: Findings of call for evidence

Part of Improving mental health support for young people in care

This document presents the findings of a call for evidence to develop models of care and care pathways to support the mental health and wellbeing of looked after children.

Sexual, reproductive and mental health: sexual health matters: for mental health

Part of e-Learning courses

This e-learning resource is one of 8 modules developed to help mental health professionals deal with aspects of sexual and reproductive health in the context of mental illness. Sections cover sexual health and sexuality, sexual risk assessment, sexual violence, abuse and trauma and making a difference in your practice. A self assessment checklist covering the key points of each module is also included.

The mental health and wellbeing of elders in the black and minority ethnic community: promoting mental wellbeing

This film for health, care and voluntary staff explores some of the risk factors, such as poor housing, that can lead to poor mental health in BME communities. It focuses on early intervention and prevention, which can delay the need for more costly interventions.

The mental health and wellbeing of elders in black and minority ethnic communities: the impact of poor housing on mental wellbeing

A social care training video on the theme of Mental health and wellbeing of elders in black and minority ethnic communities. This film addresses the significant link between housing and mental wellbeing, which service providers often fail to recognise.

Supporting black and minority ethnic older people's mental wellbeing: accounts of social care practice

Report looking at practitioners' accounts of their practice in promoting the wellbeing of older people from BME backgrounds the UK.