The Healthy Minds, Inspiring People programme is a free service, that aims to support people in the Falkirk area struggling with their mental health, confidence, learning difficulties and disabilities to allow them to make a positive next step in their life. You can find out more by visiting the Fedcap Scotland Website.

If you’re worried they’re thinking about suicide, ask them about suicide. ‘Ask Them About Suicide’ isn’t just about asking ‘how are you feeling?’, ‘are you ok?’ or ‘are you sure?’. It is about being braver than that. It is about trusting our gut, digging deep, and finding the courage within ourselves to ask the questions…

Forth Valley Advocacy recently launched a Project to raise awareness of Advance Statements. Please take a couple of minutes to view this video and find out how Forth Valley Advocacy can help anyone interested in making an Advance Statement.

A new website has been created to make it easier for all healthcare professionals across Forth Valley to ‘prescribe’ a wide range of physical activities for local patients. The new physical activity web pages provide details of local activities, classes and services across Forth Valley suitable for people of all ages and abilities. This includes simple strength and…

Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Their trained volunteers are there for you 24/7 to listen and support you to get to a calmer and safe place. Shout is an anonymous service for anyone in the UK. It won’t appear on your phone…

JAAQ is a free website for anyone to ask leading mental health professionals and people with experience, questions about different topics.This is a revolutionary way for people to have access to experts; through the power of conversation. Whether it’s for yourself, wanting to support someone you know, or you’re just curious to understand better, JAAQ…

“It’s Ok to Ask ” is a new NHS Scotland national campaign. It is intended to encourage people to ask questions during their healthcare appointments. As when you understand what’s going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment. It’s important to know what’s going on with your own…

Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership is now on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn to share updates on health and social care integration. The Partnership is responsible for planning, resourcing & operational oversight of Falkirk’s health & social care services. Its Integration Joint Board is made up of representatives from Falkirk Council, NHS Forth Valley, the…

Historically our service users had a building to come to meet, a place where they felt safe and met and socialised with others who had severe and enduring mental health issues. It has often been said that real growth begins by stepping out of your comfort zone and when the UK went into lockdown due…

SAMH’s Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Services support people with mental health problems to gain employment. Individual Placement and Support: Supports people with severe and enduring mental health problems to secure and sustain competitive employment. Is tailored to individuals specific needs. Is co-located with Community Mental Health Teams. Has better employment outcomes than other models….