Here is a comprehensive list of resources and services available for people struggling with their mental health in West Cork:
These resources offer a comprehensive range of supports, including counseling, peer support, crisis intervention, and educational services for those struggling with mental health issues in West Cork.
Local Services and Organizations
- West Cork Mental Health Services (HSE)
- Provides a range of mental health services including community mental health teams, outpatient services, and inpatient care.
- Contact through local health office or your GP for referrals.
- West Cork Development Partnership
- Offers various community support services, including mental health support.
- Website: wcdp.ie
- Bantry Mental Health Services (HSE)
- Offers mental health services and support at Bantry General Hospital.
- Phone: 027 52900
- West Cork Counselling and Support Services
- Provides counseling services for individuals facing mental health issues.
- Phone: 023 883 3175
- Lisheen's House
free counselling service is available to anybody (age 12+) who is experiencing a mental health crisis.
email contact@lisheenshouse.ie
helpline 023 888 8888
office 028 51950
National Services
- Mental Health Ireland
- Provides information, support, and advocacy for mental health issues.
- Website: mentalhealthireland.ie
- Pieta House
- Offers support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
- Freephone: 1800 247 247
- Text: HELP to 51444
- Website: pieta.ie
- Aware
- Provides support, education, and information on depression and bipolar disorder.
- Helpline: 1800 80 48 48
- Email: supportmail@aware.ie
- Website: aware.ie
- Samaritans Ireland
- Offers emotional support to anyone in distress or struggling to cope.
- Freephone: 116 123
- Email: jo@samaritans.ie
- Website: samaritans.org
- Jigsaw Cork
- Provides mental health support and services for young people aged 12-25.
- Website: jigsaw.ie
- MyMind
- Offers affordable online and face-to-face counseling services.
- Website: mymind.org
Helplines and Crisis Support
- HSE YourMentalHealth Information Line
- Provides information on mental health services and supports.
- Freephone: 1800 111 888
- Website: yourmentalhealth.ie
- Text About It (50808)
- A free 24/7 text service providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support.
- Text: HELLO to 50808
Eating Disorders Support
- West Cork Eating Disorders Centre
- Provides assessment, treatment, and support for individuals with eating disorders.
- Contact Information:
- Address: Contact for specific location details.
- Phone: Contact details may vary; check local listings.
- Bodywhys – Eating Disorders Association of Ireland
- Provides support groups, helpline, and online support for people affected by eating disorders.
- Bodywhys Helpline:
- Phone: 01 210 7906 (Monday to Friday, 10:30am - 5:30pm)
- Email: alex@bodywhys.ie (support via email)
- Website: bodywhys.ie
Support Groups
- GROW Ireland
- Provides peer support groups for mental health recovery.
- Info Line: 1890 474 474
- Website: grow.ie
- Recovery College South East
- Offers educational courses and workshops on mental health recovery.
- Website: recoverycollegesoutheast.com
Online Resources
- SpunOut.ie
- Provides mental health information and support for young people.
- Website: spunout.ie
- Turn2Me
- Offers online mental health support, including counseling and support groups.
- Website: turn2me.ie
- Mental Health Reform
- Advocacy organization working to improve mental health services and supports in Ireland.
- Website: mentalhealthreform.ie