Published 8th September 2022
Carers Matter Norfolk is greatly saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We appreciate all the tremendous work she has done and service she gave to our country over many years. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
Carers Matter Norfolk is greatly saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We appreciate all the tremendous work she has done and service she gave to our country over many years. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
We will continue to be operating our support for carers due to the on-going needs of carers, and the people they care for.
The sad news of the passing of Her Majesty is affecting us all in different ways. This includes those of us who are carers, and who are cared for. As always, if your needs as a carer have changed remember you can contact us on 0800 083 1148 during our normal opening hours. Or email us at info@carersmatternorfolk.org.uk. Our office will be closed on Monday 19 September. Any carers with a meeting or call with one of our team scheduled for Monday 19 September will be contacted about this being rearranged.
If you require additional support with your mental health at this time, First Response is a 24/7 service for people in a mental health crisis. You can call First Response via 111 and press option 2. If option 2 isn’t available in your area, call 111 and the call handler will make sure you get through to the service.
Samaritans
You can talk to Samaritans anytime on 116 123. Their support is not just for those who are feeling suicidal.
Qwell
Qwell offers free, safe and anonymous mental wellbeing support for adults across the UK. This includes:
Online messaging – This allows you to reach out directly to a professional.
Booked and drop-in chat – Online chat functionality allows you to receive professional support through booked or drop-in sessions as and when you need it.
Therapeutic content – Qwell have hundreds of pieces of therapeutic content created by our online community and professional content team.
Community support – Peer to peer forums are moderated to maximise safety and allow people to discuss issues together in a facilitated environment.
Personal development tools – The suite of self-help tools offer the ability to create journals, track your mood and set goals.
Childline
If you are under 19 you can contact Childline about anything. Call 0800 1111.
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust have resources about mental health conditions available at nsft.nhs.uk/mental-healthconditions
WellbeingNandS
If you are feeling stressed, anxious low or depressed WellbeingNandS can help. You can visit their website at wellbeingnands.co.uk/norfolk or call their non-emergency number on 0300 123 1503.
Norfolk and Waveney Mind
Norfolk and Waveney Mind have a range of support and resources available to help whether you are managing your own mental health problem or supporting someone else with theirs.
See norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk or call 0300 330 5488.
(Updated 13 September 2022)