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Mental well-being support brought to you by Kent Together
Health partners and providers, local authorities and emergency services across Kent and Medway are working together to provide information on local support services to help people’s mental well-being during the ongoing Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic crisis for people experiencing bereavement and loss, debt and financial difficulties, pregnant women and new mums needing extra support, families looking for help with young children or teenagers.
There is support for those who might already have pre-existing mental health conditions, are victims of domestic abuse or are people in the shielded community.
Kent County Council online offer lots of helpful information including assistance for people with learning disabilities, people who don’t use English as a first language, carers and NHS staff, care staff and other key workers.
Kent County Council Director of Public Health, Andrew Scott-Clark said: “The challenging reality of lockdown is creating uncertainty and anxiety for many. The constant news can feel overwhelming and you may be adjusting to a different way of life, with children off school, many people not working or working from home, as well as not seeing family, friends and colleagues.
“This anxiety is natural, and we are all feeling it. Fortunately, there are things that we can do to protect our mental health and to support the wellbeing of our friends and family. Kent County Council have collated information, useful advice and signposting to other great sites which can help, whatever your situation and need. This is #kenttogether.”
There is support for those who might already have pre-existing mental health conditions, are victims of domestic abuse or are people in the shielded community.
Kent County Council online offer lots of helpful information including assistance for people with learning disabilities, people who don’t use English as a first language, carers and NHS staff, care staff and other key workers.
Kent County Council Director of Public Health, Andrew Scott-Clark said: “The challenging reality of lockdown is creating uncertainty and anxiety for many. The constant news can feel overwhelming and you may be adjusting to a different way of life, with children off school, many people not working or working from home, as well as not seeing family, friends and colleagues.
“This anxiety is natural, and we are all feeling it. Fortunately, there are things that we can do to protect our mental health and to support the wellbeing of our friends and family. Kent County Council have collated information, useful advice and signposting to other great sites which can help, whatever your situation and need. This is #kenttogether.”