This page contains services relevant to the following postcode areas:
CT10 CT11 CT12 CT13 CT7 CT8 CT9
SUPPORT IN YOUR AREA
To learn more, contact the services directly or call Live Well Kent on 0800 567 7699.
Help finding the right support
We can meet you to discuss issues related to mental health, finance, housing, employment and more.
Run by Porchlight’s community link and Thanet health inclusion teams.
porchlight.org.uk or 0800 567 7699
Mental health help
Personal support sessions, workshops designed to aid your recovery, and wellbeing courses. Includes a leadership course that teaches you how to help others using your own experiences.
Run by Richmond Fellowship
Find out what activities are running in May
richmondfellowship.org.uk or call 01843 280022
Support groups for mental health
Groups run by people with experience of mental ill health. Get advice about managing your own health, talk about your experiences with others and take part in activities (including relaxation workshops).
Run by Take Off
Find out what we’re running in May
takeoff.works or 01227 788211
Housing issues
Support if you have housing needs related to your mental health.
Run by Porchlight’s community housing team
0800 567 7699
Feeling lonely or cut off
Sometimes meeting others can make life a little easier. This service will help you reconnect with people in your community.
Run by Porchlight’s community inclusion team
porchlight.org.uk or 0800 567 7699
Supporting and socialising with one another
Support and social groups run by people with similar experiences to you. Includes a music appreciation group, LGBT+ social group and an online support group. You can connect with others, share experiences and support one another.
Run by SpeakUpCIC
speakupcic.co.uk
admin@speakupcic.co.uk or 01843 448384
Help into employment
Looking for work but feel as though your mental health has become a barrier? Get personal support, help with job hunting, interview skills training, and help when you do find a job.
Run by Rethink
thanetway@rethink.org
Get creative to improve your mood
Creative pursuits can have a positive effect on your mental health. This is a weekend art group in Margate for people who are looking to improve their mental wellbeing.
Run by SpeakUpCIC
admin@speakupcic.co.uk or 01843 280022
Therapy and counselling
If you are struggling emotionally, you can access free NHS talking therapy or counselling.
Insight Healthcare – 0300 555 5555
Dover Counselling Centre – 01304 204123
Support for carers
Do you care for a family member, partner, friend or neighbour? Being a carer can be a positive experience but it might also be challenging and impact on your health. Kent Carers can provide specialist support.
kentcarersmatter.co.uk