Emotional wellbeing and mental health services
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If you have received a service from Child and adolescent mental health (CAHM's) services as a child, depending on your needs you might transition from CAMHS into Secondary care. These are adult mental health services such as a Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). Or you may be transitioning from CAMHS into Primary care these are community-based services like your GP.
One of the biggest differences between CAMHS and adult services is that you will now get more choice; that is, you will make decisions about your own care (where you are able to) rather than your parents or guardians making these decisions on your behalf. Another change from CAMHS to adult services is the type of environments you might find yourself in, especially if you need to spend some time in hospital. You might also find the staff treat you differently, as the rules around consent for children and adults differ. What does not change from CAMHS to adult services, however, is our care for you and your wellbeing.
You may not be in receipt of any services but feel you need support with your emotional wellbeing, if so, please speak to your personal advisor or use this link.
Who to call in a crisis
If you feel you're at risk of harming yourself or others, please call 999 straight away.
If you need urgent help, but it's not an emergency, you can call the Mental Health Crisis Team.
If you are 18+ and transitioned into Adult Mental Health Services, contact:
- Mental health crises team Call 0800 129 9999
- Out of hours GP Call NHS 111
- If you have been discharged back into primary care, contact:
- Your GP
- Out of hours GP - Call NHS 111
- Samaritans 24/7- 116 123
- Sane Line, call 0300 304 7000 (open 4.30pm - 10.30pm every day)
Drug and alcohol support
Via West Berkshire -provides free and confidential drug and alcohol care and support for people in West Berkshireincluding harm reduction, treatment, and rehabilitation. You can self-refer or ask your personal advisor or health professional to refer you.
Phone: 0300 303 4554
Email: west.berkshire@viaorg.uk
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