VCSE Sector Sustainability Campaign
Dania Hanif
Published: December 5, 2018
Several of our members have raised concerns regarding some current commissioning practices. We would therefore like to build a better picture of commissioning and the pressure points for mental health VCSE providers, and are asking for further information from our members to support our campaign on sector sustainability. We would like examples/ case studies of…
Read moreThe Association Launches Sector Sustainability Campaign + VCSE Council
Dania Hanif
Published: December 5, 2018
As the leading representative organisation for voluntary and community sector mental health service providers, we believe it is essential that the sector has a consensus on its offer, impact, and the difference it makes, which highlights its value and strength, and is sufficiently aligned. The voluntary and community sector has a significant role in the…
Read morePrinciples for Mental Health in the Long-Term NHS Plan - A Consensus Statement
Dania Hanif
Published: December 5, 2018
Association of Mental Health Providers is pleased to present the following Consensus Statement with the Mental Health Policy Group and partner organisations committed to improving the lives of people with mental health needs. Together we represent providers, professionals, the voluntary and community sector and hundreds of thousands of people who use the NHS and services…
Read moreMental Health in Prisons
Dania Hanif
Published: November 26, 2018
This Health and Wellbeing Alliance project aims to develop a model for a ‘whole prison approach’ to good mental health for people in prison, in particular for those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities and other equalities groups; and how the voluntary sector can contribute to achieving this. This survey provides an opportunity…
Read moreDigital Inclusion and Homeless People Research
AMHP
Published: November 5, 2018
In 2017, Seaview were commissioned by NHS Digital to undertake participative research with rough sleepers on their appetite for Digital Health. As the digitisation of health and care is inevitably occurring it is vital to not create further barriers for those already struggling to access essential services. The resulting research with more than 60 individuals…
Read moreMatt Hancock's Vision for Prevention
Dania Hanif
Published: November 5, 2018
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care has outlined his vision for the future health and care system with his vision document – Prevention is better than cure – setting out how new technology, workplace strategies and the power of local communities can be used to support people with health issues and prevent worsening health. The…
Read moreWebinar with Hearing Voices
Dania Hanif
Published: October 31, 2018
Webinar Date: Wednesday 24 October 2018 Delivered by: Akiko Hart This webinar gives a short overview of the experience of hearing voices – hearing, sensing or seeing things that others don’t. Some people understand these experiences as a symptom of an illness, others as a meaningful response to events in their life, including trauma and…
Read moreDeveloping Prevention Concordat for Better Mental Health at a Local Level to Enable Equality of Outcomes
Dania Hanif
Published: October 23, 2018
Association of Mental Health Providers, as leads of the Mental Health Consortium, are leading a Health and Wellbeing Alliance work programme on the Prevention Concordat and the Voluntary Sector Contribution. Working alongside 15 Alliance partners, we are developing a resource on ‘Health Inequalities and Fairer and Equitable Society’, which will collate sources of information and…
Read moreAPPG on MH Report into Five Year Forward View
Dania Hanif
Published: October 16, 2018
Adults with severe mental illnesses are struggling to get support, as ‘core’ mental health services have been left behind by the government’s mental health strategy, according to a report published by the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Mental Health today. Published ahead of the NHS long-term plan next month, the APPG on Mental Health…
Read moreLeading social care interest groups warn government that its mental capacity reforms are not fit for purpose
Dania Hanif
Published: October 9, 2018
Leading social care interest groups from across the care sector are calling on the Government to urgently rethink its Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill that is now at a crucial parliamentary stage. Concerns about the legislation are outlined in a new paper ahead of the House of Lords committee stage when it will be scrutinised by…
Read moreSupporting inclusive workplaces for everyone – Health Related Pathways to Work
Dania Hanif
Published: September 24, 2018
Association of Mental Health Providers is partnering on a Health and Wellbeing Alliance project, being co-led by Homeless Link and Win/Win and involving seven other Alliance members as well as the Employment Related Services Association (ERSA), and Making Every Adult Matter (MEAM). The partnership is supporting the Health and Work Unit to work towards inclusive…
Read moreClosing the employment gap for young people with low level mental health needs
Dania Hanif
Published: September 24, 2018
At least 6.5% of young people age 16-18 are not in education employment or training (NEET). The UK has the third highest percentage of early leavers from education and training in the EU and 3/4 of mental health conditions start by the age of 24. Young people’s level of educational attainment and their mental and…
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