People's experiences of mental health support

There are many different services and activities which can help people better manage a mental health problem or build up confidence to start taking steps on the road to recovery.

It might be learning a new skill, doing some voluntary work, taking part in a group activity, or something else.

By following the links below, you can read local people's stories about how different types of support have worked for them. Or follow this link to read more about mental health support.

• Amy: 'I can't believe how far I've come in just a few months!' 
  
  
• Andy's story: "I really like being around people now, the support is really helping." 
  
  
• Nigel: 'IT training has helped me tremendously' 
  
  
• Neil: 'It's all about stepping out of your comfort zone' 
  
  
• Ian: 'I'm doing so many things I never thought I'd be able to' 
  
  
• Mark: 'It's fantastic to have my confidence back!' 
  
  
• Paul: 'Working at Design & Print keeps me well' 
  
  
• Alan: 'This support has helped me sort my life out' 
  
  
• Lily: 'Without support from Dove I wouldn't be on my way to uni' 
  
  
• Jane: 'Employment support has had a monumentally positive effect on my life' 
  
  
• Neil and Kevin: 'As a member of PISCES you can just sit by the river, cast out and enjoy the sun...' 
  
  
• A's story: "I'm reaching for the light at the end of the tunnel..." 
  
  
• B's story: "I just want to live independently again and have no fear." 
  
  
• C's story: "Now I see a glimmer of hope." 

Thanks to everyone who has shared their story so far. We'll be adding to these over the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, if you'd like to share your story about how a particular type of support has made a difference in your own life, drop a line to Adult Social Care.