Two thirds of all British press and TV coverage on mental health includes an association with violence. (Health Education Authority 1998)
44% of respondents to a study by the Mental Health Foundation in 2000 reported stigma and discrimination from GPs.
Sandamas and Hogman, 2000, found that black people are twice as likely to be involuntarily detained under the Mental Health Act than white people.
Partnership working
We work closely with partner organisations, advocates and families/carers to ensure that the person we are supporting is taking the lead in designing and reviewing their package of support.
We respect and value the expertise of other professionals and understand that good communication links and mutual understanding leads to a better quality of service for the client and helps prevent placements breaking down, crises and hospital admissions.