Kildare Mental Health Association

24/07/2023

Mid West ARIES is delighted to announce the launch of our updated online self-paced course “Understanding Acute Mental Health Services for Families, Carers & Supporters”. The overarching aim of the course is to de-mystify the acute psychiatric services; to give families, carers and supporters the information they need, when they need it, at the point of contact.
To access the course simply click on the link: https://tinyurl.com/UnderstandingACMHS-UHL or scan the QR code below.

30/03/2023

A great day to say 'Hello, how are you?', and to really listen to the answer.

30/03/2023

Kildare, How are you? Take the time to ask someone today and really listen! Follow the steps and check out for more information.

08/03/2023

08/03/2023

The Su***de Or Survive Supporter’s Programme is for anyone supporting a family member, friend, or neighbour who is struggling with their mental health. The programme teaches supporters practical skills they can use to support others, it gives information on what supports are available and how they can be accessed and teaches practical ways of looking after your own mental health while supporting someone else.

Participants have said that alongside the practical skills learned the programme has increased their confidence in their existing support skills, helped them to focus more on self-care, and provided an opportunity for them to connect with others who are in a supporter role, so they feel less alone.

The next Su***de or Survive Supporters Programme will start next week online over Zoom. It is an 8-hour programme held over 3 sessions.

If you know of anyone who may benefit from attending they can find out more and apply for a place on the programme via our website https://su***deorsurvive.ie/programmes/supporters-programme/ or by contacting Catherine at catherine@su***deorsurvive.ie or phoning 01 2722158.

08/03/2023

Never underestimate the positive impact you can have on others.

01/02/2023

FREE workshop on Five Ways to Wellbeing.
Newtown Community Hall on Tuesday 21st February, 7-9pm

19/01/2023

Have you been bereaved by su***de? HUGG provides a free, non-judgemental, safe and confidential space where people bereaved by su***de can share their experiences and feelings, and receive and offer support to each other.

Hugg is now seeking volunteers to work within this service. and is hosting an online information session on Mon 23rd Jan @ 8pm. The session will a brief background on HUGG and details on everything involved in volunteering with HUGG, including the training and supports provided. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions.

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hugg-volunteer-information-session-tickets-512895733947

09/12/2022

Christmas is a wonderful time of year but it can also come with stresses. This year try to spend your energy on what you can control, not on what you can't.

21/11/2022

Things can go wrong in life but when we're looking back it can help to reframe the question from 'What went wrong?' to 'What can I do to improve today?'

18/11/2022

Supporting a grieving child is challenging. This information session in Leixlip on Tuesday 22nd can help you understand and provide support for them.

18/11/2022

Noone is immune to mental health challenges, if struggling please reach out and get support.

https://m.independent.ie/sport/soccer/international-soccer/then-one-day-boom-just-paralysed-ireland-hero-robbie-brady-reveals-he-struggled-with-anxiety-for-years-42145537.html

13/04/2022

So uplifting!

29/03/2022

29/03/2022

‘Hello Kildare, How Are You?’
Welcome to your new Kildare Mental Health Association which is launching on Thursday 7th April in tandem with Mental Health Ireland's national 'Hello, How Are You?' campaign. We're really looking forward to supporting the mental health of all in Co Kildare 😃