What is Mental Health?
Any person at a certain point in their life may experience some form of mental health problem. It can be because someone who is near to them died, because they feel lonely and isolated in a country that is unknown, or for example because of previous experiences in the past that make them have nightmares or feel fearful of going out on the street alone.
For some people, these problems become so great that they are no longer able to deal with them on their own or with the help of family and friends. If this is the case, it is important to look for help from the GP, a social worker, or a community organisation.
Sometimes, simply getting to know other people at a social event, attending English classes or learning about benefits that you are entitled to will already help you cope better in your life.
Other times, it might be important to talk to someone individually about your feelings and experiences, such as a counsellor or mental health professional.
In any case, it can be beneficial for both yourself and other people you know, to be aware of what services there are to help you look after your mental health and well-being. The BME Community Development Worker can answer any questions you might have about mental health and can tell you about the services that are available in your local area.
What does BME Community Development mean for you as an individual?
Whether you are worried about someone in your family or are going through a difficult time in your life, the Community Development worker will talk to you and then tell you about the right place where you can find a service that suits your needs.
What does a BME Community Development Worker NOT do?
Want to be Involved?
If you want to work as a volunteer in this programme, we have several opportunities for you:
What is available in Richmond?
Together with EMAG (Ethnic Minority Advocacy Group) and KAG (Kingston Advocacy Group) we are pleased to announce Body & Soul – Promoting Diversity and Well-Being In Richmond. This is a short newsletter aims to give the diverse communities of Richmond an idea of the services, events and projects within the Borough that they may use whenever, however for their well-being.
To download please click on the links below for the first edition of this newsletter that will be produced quarterly.
Download a PDF version
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