About Wellbeing for Warwickshire
Building on the success of the existing service, this enhanced offering commissioned by Warwickshire County Council (WCC), brings in a number of additional organisations who will work in partnership to deliver an improved journey for those using the service.
The partnership consists of Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind, KeyRing, and Kooth Plc (for Qwell and Kooth services).
The Key focus is on providing support for adults in Warwickshire to promote positive mental health and wellbeing – either face-to-face or virtually.
By drawing on the collective strengths of the partners, the aim is to provide a more streamlined and ‘joined-up’ support service that can meet a number of needs in a way, and a time and a place, that suits people best. For ease of use, the service has a single phone number 0800 616171 and a single website address www.wellbeingforwarwickshire.org.uk.
Find out more about Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind
Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind is a local mental health charity providing a range of services that support individuals with mental health problems. We can help with:
- Wellbeing hubs and drop-ins in Bedworth, Leamington, North Warwickshire, Nuneaton, Rugby, Stratford and Warwick.
- Pathfinder – one-to-one support
- Community one-to-one support
Drop-in at the wellbeing hubs
Peer-led drop-in sessions are offered twice-weekly at each hub and no appointment is needed. You can enjoy a variety of activities that promote resilience, friendship and learning. They offer a café type environment and offer a safe space with the opportunity for social support and connecting with others.
Who is it for and how does it work?
Individuals aged 18+ can turn up at the wellbeing hub drop-ins, during any of the weekly sessions.
For one-to-one sessions, you can give your name and contact details either in person, by phone, or email, to a staff member and the team will contact you to arrange mutually convenient times for the sessions.
How do I get in touch?
You can self-refer or you can be referred by a professional. No referral form is required, just a name and contact details of individual wanting to access.
You can call 0800 616171 for information, advice, signposting and connection.
Pathfinder
One to one support. Support is available for anyone wanting one to one support who is experiencing a time of emotional distress. The wellbeing practitioner will offer up to 8 sessions to help identify and address the causes of the distress. Support includes, practical problem solving, action planning, self-help strategies and information giving.
- Up to 8 sessions
- Listening ear, information and/or signposting that may help around practical issues affecting wellbeing, and support which may include guided self-help techniques and problem solving
With ongoing mental health needs, supporting personal recovery. The wellbeing practitioner will offer up to eight sessions to improve self-management and coping skills, build on resilience, identify goals, interests, and aspirations, explore options to move forward and to enjoy personal growth.
Community
Outreach: The service is taken out into the community to raise awareness of mental health and the service, to promote wellbeing, and to connect with people who may need support, including to community groups and local events.
- Up to 6 sessions
- For individuals identified as isolated and unable to access community spaces
- Outcome focussed tailored support
- From the front door of visitor’s home to front door of chosen community support network
Ask about our Pathfinder one-to-one sessions at any Wellbeing hub or drop-in, or by calling our wellbeing line on 0800 616171
Find out more about KeyRing
KeyRing delivers flexible support that helps you smash barriers to independence. You will build on your skills and share them with others. You will have connections and support that works for you. This is key to achieving your goals and living the life that you want to lead.
What KeyRing is providing as part of Wellbeing For Warwickshire
We’re proud to be providing the Community Links part of the Wellbeing for Warwickshire service. If you are experiencing social isolation and would like one-to-one support to help access and engage in your local community, then this service may be right for you. We will work with you for up to six sessions to help you understand and achieve the goals that are important to you.
How does this fit into our wider support for you?
The Community Links is an element of the personalised support offer that Wellbeing for Warwickshire provide, including; Wellbeing Hub Drop ins, Pathfinder one-to-one support and Community Links one-to-one support.
How do I get in touch?
As part of the Wellbeing for Warwickshire service, individuals can self-refer, although at present the Community Links Service is accessed mainly through professionals who make direct referrals into the service.
You can self refer here
Who is it for?
The Community Links service is open to any individual aged 18 and over, who is:
- A Warwickshire Resident
- Registered with a Warwickshire GP.
Our service is open to individuals who are not eligible for social care under the Care Act 2014 or Housing Related Support Services. We also offer our support to individuals aged 17 years to support Care Act transitions assessments where there is an appearence of need.
Find out more about Qwell
Qwell is a standalone anonymous digital platform, which is available on any web-enabled, internet connected device (including laptop, smart phone, tablet) 24/7, 365 days a year.
The service includes features such as messaging, forums, magazine articles and scheduled and ‘drop-in’ counselling sessions that take place between midday-10pm, Monday-Friday and 6pm-10pm Saturday and Sunday; counselling also occurs 365 days a year.
Who is it for?
Self-referral; service users can sign up anonymously by connecting to www.qwell.io
How do I get in touch?
Access to Qwell is immediate, with no need for a referral, no waiting lists and the service is available 24/7
The button below will redirect you to Qwell’s website.
It’s very simple. Just four or five questions to set up an account and choose any user name to go by.
Find out more about the Recovery and Wellbeing Academy
The Recovery and Wellbeing Academy is not a school, college or academy in the traditional sense of the word; you don’t need to be academically minded to attend, and there are no tests, exams or assessments. The academy offers a wide range of courses and workshops designed to empower mental health and wellbeing provided by a number of partner organisations working together.
Courses are delivered face-to-face and online via Zoom. All academy courses and workshops are completely free of charge and open to anyone over the age of 18 living in Coventry and Warwickshire who wants to better manage or understand their mental health and wellbeing. Friends, family, staff, and carers are encouraged to attend as we strongly believe in learning together to get the most out of the courses on offer.
How do I get in touch?
If you’re aged 18+ and living in Coventry or Warwickshire, you can look at upcoming sessions and sign up for any of the academy’s free courses here.