Mental Health Support
Mental Health Support is a partnership project between New Horizons Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Resource Centre and Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. Mental Health Support aims to provide accessible advice and information about mental health issues and services to people with mental health problems, their carers, health professionals and anyone else with an interest in mental illness.
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Please contact : admin@mentalhealthsupport.co.uk
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Haiti earthquake appeal
Christian Aid is responding to the devastating earthquake in Haiti, launching an emergency appeal and working with their partners to deliver aid.
At a time when Haiti has been hit by the worst disaster in its history, it needs long-term support as well as emergency financial assistance, not loans with strings attached, if it is to ever rebuild.
Join the call for the full cancellation of Haiti's debt of $890m, and for all emergency and development funds to be given not loaned. Sign the petition now.
For 200 years, Haiti has made huge payments on servicing its foreign debt. However, more than $890m remains, owed mostly to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Inter-America Development Bank.
DEC Haiti Earthquake Appeal
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Are You Stressed or Want a Fresh Approach to Life?
Come to an 8-Week Mindfulness Course
The course can help you:
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Cope more effectively with stress
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Increase your ability to relax
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Face illness and pain with greater confidence
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Gain more stability in difficult situations
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Find greater energy and enthusiasm for life
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New Hypnotherapy Directory
There is a new website that offers a huge support network to help those in need find a suitable hypnotherapist – Hypnotherapy Directory (www.hypnotherapy-directory.org.uk) It is a professional directory that provide information in a clear and un-daunting way.
To ensure professionalism each member is either a member of a professional body or has submitted a copy of their insurance and qualifications. The website provides a vast amount of information about different areas of distress, and also has lots of useful articles written by the hypnotherapists listed.
There is also information on each hypnotherapist profile about fees, type of training and the different services that are available.
For more information about hypnotherapy and how it can help you visit Hypnotherapy Directory (www.hypnotherapy-directory.org.uk) today.
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New Sustrans Cycling Group in Aberdare
Launch Day is on February 12th at 11am-2pm at the Sobell Sports Centre in Aberdare. Places are limited so call Eleanor on 01443 490206/ 07887551303
All bikes and activities are FREE
- Lessons for complete beginners
- On-road cycling workshops
- Lady and gents bikes
Get in touch today to book your place.
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Journeys Depression BustingTM
Journeys Award winning Depression BustingTM course is starting in Cardiff on Saturday 6th February at 11.00 am
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Adults with ADHD 'struggle to get treatment'
Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are struggling to access treatment because of a lack of services, figures suggest.
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Mind - Have you been contacted by bailiffs or debt collectors?
Mind is planning a campaign on bailiff regulation to be launched soon. Their In the red campaign found widespread evidence of bad practice by bailiffs and debt collectors, including excessive fees and heavy-handed behaviour, which can lead to further mental distress for people struggling with debt.
Mind want to hear about your experiences if you have had contact with bailiffs, to inform their campaign.
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Stroke Saver website launch
A new symptom awareness website for stroke has been launched. The website, developed by the NPHS and Wales Centre for Health, aims to provide people with the necessary knowledge to recognise the signs of a stroke and become a ‘stroke saver’.
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Office Space available to Rent in Aberdare
- Fully Furnished with telephone system
- Aberdare town centre
- Onsite parking
- Reception service
- Secure access
- Fully accessible with lift
- Excellent rates
- See Photographs Below
For more info on the rooms click here
Contact Janet Whiteman on T: 01685 881113
New Horizons
44-49 Cardiff Street
Aberdare · CF44 7DG
Tel: 01685 881113
Fax: 01685 877253
E: newhorizons2001@btconnect.com
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Car Parking available in Aberdare
- Safe and secure car parking spaces available
- For hire on a weekly or monthly basis
- Aberdare town centre location
- Seventeen spaces available
- Available five days a week
- Competitive prices
- Prices available on application
For more info on the rooms click here
Contact Janet Whiteman on T: 01685 881113
New Horizons
44-49 Cardiff Street
Aberdare · CF44 7DG
Tel: 01685 881113
Fax: 01685 877253
E: newhorizons2001@btconnect.com
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New book release
'Goodbye Ana'
Recovery from Anorexia Nervosa
By Kate Le Page
‘Goodbye Ana’ is Kate Le Page’s first publication of poetry. This collection of poems shares the author’s battle to achieve and maintain recovery from anorexia nervosa. The work offers the reader a powerful, emotive insight into what life is really like when viewed through the eyes of an anorexic.
This book aims to explain the cognitive distortions that accompany starvation and seeks to hold the sufferer captive as well as to challenge the many misconceptions about the illness.
Buy it now from Chipmunkapublishing.co.uk
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Child neglect on the increase
One in ten (11%) of professionals working with children in Wales have seen an increase in suspected cases of child neglect in the last 12 months, according to the results of a survey released by Action for Children
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Carers Rights Day - Rhondda Cynon Taf Carers Strategy 2010 – 2014
Over 40 Carers took part in Rhondda Cynon Taf’s Carers Rights Day at Ty Newydd Country Hotel, Hirwaun, Aberdare last Friday (4th December).
The special event aimed to recognise the work of carers in Rhondda Cynon Taf and inform carers of the benefits, support and services available to them in the County Borough, with a specific focus on carers’ rights around income and pensions.
Read More (PDF)
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World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2009
World Mental Health Day is a global annual event aimed at raising awareness of mental health and addressing associated stigma.
New Horizons Aberdare had an annual open day on Wednesday 7th October to celebrate World Mental Health Day To see Boyd Clack Dancing the night away at the New Horizons Event Click Here
Walk A Mile for Mental Health
Walk A Mile - at all the venues was a great success. Here are some photos of the day
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NHS Credit Crunch Stressline
Worried about the recession? So much you can’t sleep? Or fear the worst? Talk to the NHS Credit Crunch Stressline. If the credit crunch is dragging you down? Here are ways the Credit Crunch Stressline can help.
They will:-
• listen to you
• offer you useful information you can trust
• guide you through your crisis
• help you to get back in control of
your life
Call: 0300 123 2000
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Mental health support for workers
People with mental health problems will get extra support to help manage their condition so they can remain in the workplace, the government has said. Read More
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Want to know the best places / Attractions to visit in the UK?
There are many great places / attractions to visit all over Britain and Ireland. You can explore a new city, visit a museum or have just have a fun filled family day out. Just use the links below to find out what's near you.
Wales | England | Scotland | N. Ireland | S. Ireland
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Welsh Audit Office Launch Survey - Are you getting the support you need?
If you have received mental health services from the NHS or social services in Wales during the last year? Are you are aged between 18 and 64? If so, we want to hear from your views on the services you have and what needs to change. There is a confidential survey that is quick and easy to compete. It is entirely voluntary and if you choose not to take part, it will not affect the care you receive. You can complete survey online by visiting www.wao.gov.uk or calling 02920 320508. You have until 26 September 2009 to complete the survey.
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New Horizons Consultation Launched
The government has just launched a new consultation to find out what you think of plans to improve everyone's mental health and the services that provide the mental health care. The consultation which will run from 23 July to 15 October 2009 will give everyone the chance to have their say. To read More and find out how you can help simply click here.
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Stonewall Cymru launches new volunteering programme empowering young people to tackle homophobic bullying
Stonewall Cymru is launching its Youth Anti-Homophobic Bullying Advocates Programme, to encourage and empower young people to get involved in tackling homophobic bullying. The Programme, which is funded by the WCVA Volunteering in Wales Fund, gives young people the skills, training and confidence they need to plan and run their own local campaigns against homophobic bullying, with the support of local adult mentors and Stonewall Cymru staff. For more information, please contact Eleanor Hicks, Projects and Policy Officer on 02920 237744 or eleanor.hicks@stonewallcymru.org.uk
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Your Top Tips to help aid recovery for Mental Health
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Going on Holidays? Things to remember when Planning a holiday...
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Hire a bike and cycle round Cardiff Bay
Pedal Power is now offering weekend bike hire in Cardiff Bay. For more information tel: (029) 2039 0713 or email info.pedalpower@btconnect.com Visit the website at www.cardiffpedalpower.com
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Young Carers in Wales 2009
The Children's Commissioner for Wales has published a report about, and written by, young carers in Wales
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Local Support for Carers in Rhondda Cynon Taf
There are support groups for carers of people with mental health problems.... Read More
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Are you looking after someone misusing drugs or alcohol?
If yes come and join the Carers Group. Where you can……….. Read More
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Consultation on the National Dementia Action Plan for Wales
This consultation seeks your views on the National Dementia Action Plan, developed by the Task and Finish Group that was established by the Minister last year.
In October 2008, the Minister for Health and Social Services, Edwina Hart AM, established a Task and Finish Group to develop a dementia plan for Wales.
This group, chaired by Ian Thomas, Director of Alzheimer’s Society in Wales have now developed a ‘National Dementia Action Plan for Wales’, which is available for consultation until 11th September 2009.
Responses to the consultation can be sent by email to MentalHealthPolicyMailbox@wales.gsi.gov.uk or by post to:
Mental Health, Vulnerable Groups and Offenders Branch
Department for Health and Social Services
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Please note that the Welsh Assembly Government intends to publish a summary of the responses to this document. Normally, the name and address (or part of the address) of its author are published along with the response, as this gives credibility to the consultation exercise.
If you do not wish to be identified as the author of your response, please state this expressly in writing to them.
Document Download
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Cycle 4 Sanity
New Horizons would like to thank everyone who took part in the 'Cycle 4 Sanity' sponsored cycle ride. We would also like to thank everyone who participated in the static sponsored rides. A big THANK YOU to local business's and everyone who supported us.
The ride has been a great success in raising awareness of mental ill health whilst promoting the benefits of physical exercise.
Check out 'Cycle 4 Sanity' for the next event.
The sponsored bike ride took place from Holyhead on the 28th June 2009 and arrived in Aberdare on the 4th July 2009. The Bike Ride covered over 220 Miles and there were 12 team members cycling.
Visit the website at www.cycle4sanity.co.uk. Where you can make a donation,buy promotional t-shirts and much more.
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CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELLIING SERVICE LAUNCHED
The Wales Co-operative Centre and the Consumer Credit Counselling Service are launching a new housing debt helpline to support people vulnerable to losing their homes. Funded by the Welsh Assembly Government, the ‘Housing Debt Helpline Wales’ offers support to home owners and those in rented property who are finding it difficult to meet their mortgage or rental payments.
The website is now live and can be viewed at http://www.housing-debt-helpline-wales.org
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New Stonewall Cymru Report
Latest Stonewall Cymru Report called Double Stigma covers the needs and experiences of lesbian, gay and bisexual people with mental health issues living in Wales
(Summary Report 2009)
To download a PDF of the report simply click here
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Mental Health First Aid MHFA (Wales) Website
Front line workers in Wales often have to deal with people with experience of mental distress but lack the skills and confidence to support them appropriately.
With one in four of us affected by mental health problems each year, service providers across Wales are being offered a new short training course to deal more effectively with these challenges.
In an ambitious new project, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government, Mind Cymru is training trainers to teach Mental Health First Aid throughout Wales. Mental Health First Aid was developed in Australia and is being rolled out in Scotland, Canada, England and Northern Ireland.
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Swine Flu Information
What is swine flu?
Swine flu is a respiratory disease that infects pigs. It is caused by an influenza virus.
There are regular outbreaks of swine flu in pigs, which become ill but rarely die from the virus.
Swine flu does not normally infect humans, although this occasionally does occur - usually in people who have had close contact with pigs.
Swine flu viruses are usually of the H1N1 subtype. The swine flu that has spread to humans is a version of this virus.
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South Wales Valleys Top Anti-depressant Table
New figures from the freedom of information paint a troubling picture of the mental well-being of people in part of Wales and northern England. The figures could be linked to the recession among other complex causes and show a very high levels of anti-depressant use in those regions. The new numbers also show yet another increase in prescribing pills like Prozac, despite national guidance advocating alternative treatments - up 3.15% in Wales and 3.64% in England during 2008. Wales contains seven of the top 10 areas for the prescription of anti-depressant drugs in England and Wales, with the southern valleys region coming out on top.
Read more about this story on BBC website by clicking here.
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Gene 'has key schizophrenia role'
Two studies have pinpointed a single gene as key to the development and treatment of schizophrenia.
A US team from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute found that a mutated version of the DISC1 gene disrupts the growth and development of brain cells.
Read more from the BBC website >
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Influencing the future of ageing in RCT
As the general population of older people over the age of 65 expands across the County, Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council and Swansea University have joined together in a research partnership. The project is interested in talking to residents of Rhondda Cynon Taff, to learn their views on how they see the future of ageing within RCT and what their expectations and aspirations might be for older age. So If you are aged 65 and over or between 45 and 65 years old and would like to make difference to how you and future generations will experience older age, then please contact Christian Beech on 01792 602513 or email C.L.Beech@swansea.ac.uk.
To find out more information simply click here (MS Word).
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Latest Jobs/Vacancies and Opportunities - For All Vacancies
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The Prince’s Trust YouGov Youth Index
The Prince’s Trust YouGov Youth Index is the first large-scale
study of its kind, investigating how young people feel about
the state of their lives today and how confident they are about
their future.
The findings suggest that, while the majority of young people
are relatively content, there is a significant core of young
people for whom life has little or no purpose – with those not
in education, employment or training (NEET) most likely to feel
this way.
The report also shows how support from family is key to a young person’s overall wellbeing.
Click here to read the report >
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Future of Mental Health Services in Wales
An announcement has been made by Edwina Hart, health minister, that a single mental health organisation, as proposed by Michael Williams, will NOT be going ahead. Instead, she has said that improving and resourcing mental health services will be made a priority in the NHS.
To Read Statement Click Here (MS Word Doc).
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Whats New.....
Dapper FM Radio Interview with Jason Samuel - Covering Mental Health Support Website, Hilary Jones (GMTV), New Horizons Centre and How to get Support.
Click Here to read more and listen to the interview
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Feedback
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