1 February 2018
Are you a student or twenty-something, and are your worried about someone's mental health? Bolster is a new community for those supporting someone they love, online and through local meet ups and expert sessions. Read about Bolster's pizza night event and how to sign up. Tuesday, 6 February, 1830 - 1930 at Camden Town Hall, Judd Street, WC1H 9JE.
6 March 2018
One in five older people living in the community and two in five people living in care homes experience depression or poor mental health, report the Mental Health Foundation, who list 10 practical ways to help you stay mentally well.
6 March 2018
Guardian Columnist Poppy Noor discusses how to help a neighbour who has mental health problems.
12 April 2018
Developed by mental health professionals and practicing muslims, the book outlines emotional and mental health needs in an Islamic context and will support health and social care professionals to work more effectively with Muslims and Muslim communities. 'The Qur'an and Emotional Health' is available in Arabic and Urdu. Read an introduction, in English.
1 May 2018
5 June 2018
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, discover new skills and make a difference to your community. Over 20 local organisations are looking to recruit volunteers for volunteering roles in Camden, Islington and a little beyond.
14 August 2018
Our Three Points offer a range of activities promoting sociability, community involvement and a strong voice for people aged 60+ in the Gospel Oak and Haverstock areas. In August… enjoy our gardening club, craft workshops, Songhaven music concert, trip to Kenwood House and more. Full details in the August programme.
13 March 2017
If you enjoy working with older people, have a warm and caring nature and want to make a difference, Camden Community Connectors would like to hear from you.
The organisation, which is part of the Ageing Better in Camden Programme, is recruiting volunteers to work with older people so that they can connect with community activities and services that interest them.
Volunteers will be paired with an older person who is experiencing loneliness and isolation, and who would benefit from support.
14 February 2018
14 November 2017
Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STPs) set out the vision for planning and delivering care across England. North Central London, a partnership covering the boroughs of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington, has published the latest version of its STP. Pages 31-36 set out the partnership's plans for delivering future mental health services, which look to more community-based care in order to reduce demand on the acute sector (e.g. hospital care) and mitigate the need for additional mental health hospital beds.
