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GP and specialist mental health services
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If you need help with your mental health, there are different services in Gloucestershire that can support you. Depending on your needs, you might get healthcare from the NHS, contact your GP, use specialist mental health services, or access social care from Gloucestershire County Council. You can also get help from charities and local voluntary organisations.
The sections below explain what each service does and how to access them.
Support from your GP
If you are experiencing mental health problems, your GP can discuss treatment options with you. Most GP practices in Gloucestershire also have access to a mental health nurse, who can offer additional advice and guidance. For more information or to access this help, contact your GP practice.
Specialist mental health services
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust runs specialist mental health services across Gloucestershire. These services can assess your needs, provide treatment, and offer ongoing care for your mental health.
Social care
Social care is provided by Gloucestershire County Council. It offers practical help if you need support because of illness, disability, or your mental health. The aim is to help you stay as independent as possible.
This can include:
- help at home from a paid carer
- equipment or changes to your home
- different housing options, such as supported living or care homes.
You can arrange care yourself if you choose. If you would like the council to arrange or help pay for your care, you will need an adult social care assessment. This looks at your social care needs (not healthcare, which is provided by the NHS) and helps decide what might work best for you.
To request an assessment, contact the Adult Social Care Helpdesk (call 01452 426 868).
Approved Mental Health Professionals
Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) have a legal role under the Mental Health Act. They assess whether someone needs support under the Act and help coordinate assessments where needed. They make sure decisions are lawful and take into account each person’s circumstances.
AMHPs come from different professional backgrounds, including social work, nursing, occupational therapy and psychology, and have completed specialist training for this role.
The AMHP Hub
The AMHP Hub is available 24 hours a day. It can:
- take referrals
- give advice
- consider whether a Mental Health Act assessment is needed
- explore other options where possible.
This service is provided by Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust.
Call: 0300 421 5632
Email: mhagloucestershire@ghc.nhs.uk
In an emergency, contact the appropriate emergency service first.
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