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Alateen is part of the Al-Anon fellowship and is for young people, aged twelve to seventeen (inclusive), who are affected by a problem drinker. Alateen members share their ideas and experience in order to gain a better understanding of alcoholism; they learn to accept it as an illness and so lessen its impact on their lives. By removing their preoccupation with the drinker's behaviour they are able to focus on their own development and sense of identity.

Call Alzheimer's Society Dementia Helpline on 0845 300 0336. BT landline calls to 0845 numbers cost no more than 4 pence per minute; calls made from mobiles usually cost more. The helpline is usually open from 8.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday. However the service may be closed occasionally during these times for operational reasons or because of staff shortage.

If you have concerns about Alzheimer's disease or about any other form of dementia, Alzheimer's Society Dementia Helpline can provide information, support, guidance and referrals to other appropriate organisations. Callers speak to trained helpline advisers. Calls to the helpline are confidential and callers do not have to give their name.

This factsheet is about the different causes of confusion and dementia, and the states of mental and emotional distress that can be mistaken for dementia. It is intended for carers, professionals, students, and anyone with an interest in dementia and related conditions.

This factsheet is for anyone with experience of mental distress, their families, friends and carers. It is especially relevant for people who have experienced a mental health crisis in the past and want to know about the options available to them if a crisis should occur in the future.

Call: 0845 450 0350

This factsheet is for people with mental distress, their carers, friends and family. It may also be useful to students and professionals. It gives information on: housing issues that affect mental health; the relationship between homelessness and mental distress; the different types of housing support services available.

This booklet is intended to help you give emotional and practical support to a friend or relative experiencing mental health problems. It offers advice about handling difficult situations that may arise, and suggests ways of looking after yourself.

Suicidal feelings are frightening for the person who is experiencing them and for partners, family, friends and colleagues. Anxiety and confusion about what to do and how to cope add to a distressing situation. This booklet is for anyone who wants to gain an understanding of these feelings and to find the best way to respond.

This booklet explains what keeps people mentally well, why some people may be more prone to mental distress, and what you can do to promote your mental wellbeing. It also tells you how to support someone else in distress.

This booklet is for people who would like to take better care of themselves. It explains how to counteract the pressures of everyday life, to deal with ill-health and to cope better in a crisis. It aims to help people to gain greater enjoyment from life.

This booklet is for anyone who has had a breakdown, for their family, friends and for mental health professionals. It offers ideas on self-help, and on how and where to find support or information. It draws on the personal experience of people who have successfully rebuilt their own lives.

This booklet is designed for anyone who wants to know more about mental distress – those who experience it, their friends, families, carers and mental health professionals. It's not intended to be a means of do-it-yourself diagnosis, but should help identify the warning signs. It aims to help people to understand the causes and effects, and to cope better when it strikes. We use the term mental distress in preference to medical labels such as schizophrenia or manic depression (bipolar disorder).

This booklet is designed to answer some of the more common questions about obtaining mental health support services in the community or on leaving hospital. It is not, however, a substitute for a statement of the law or for legal advice.

This booklet is an introduction to the different types of mental illness, the possible causes and symptoms, and the treatments available. It also looks at ways people can help themselves, and where they can go to get further support and information.

Contact Kerrie Stapley on 01903 276649, or Diane Roskill on 0113 385 4486.

The Alzheimer's Society are starting a programme of courses for carers in West Sussex. The 'Caring With Confidence' programme, starting in early March 2010, comprises eight sessions covering a variety of topics and issues. For those unable to attend there are self-study workbooks and online sessions are available.

In over 250 locations across the UK, Alzheimer's Society staff and volunteers work together to provide help and information to people affected by dementia in their communities. Our branch services include day care and home care for people with dementia, as well as support and befriending services to help partners and families cope with the demands of caring. From Alzheimer's Cafe's and innovative 'singing for the brain' sessions to memory-book projects and group outings, our branches provide both practical support and an essential point of human contact.

Contact the Information & Advice Helpline and one of our trained operators will call you back.

For more details please call 07970 994886 or click here to send an email

Are you one of the thousands of children and young people in West Sussex who help care for a relative who has a long-term illness or disability? Children with caring responsibilities are sometimes called 'young carers'. The person you care for may spend a lot of time in hospital, or may be too unwell to go to work or school. They may need a wheelchair to get around or take lots of different medicines to stay as well as they can. They may drink too much alcohol or take illegal drugs that make them act differently. If this sounds like your family, you are not alone! Lots of young people want to help out and feel proud that they are lending a hand. But sometimes caring can get you down. Cooking, cleaning, listening, comforting, keeping a watchful eye and generally helping someone to look after themselves may make you feel stressed and really worried. You may have no time for yourself. Did you know there is a whole team of people here to support you?

Provides support and advice to carers of people with dementia.

This group is for friends, families and partners who are caring for someone with mental health issues.

Call: 01293 657070
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Drop-in services aim to provide a safe place, where people affected by someone else's drinking/drug use can receive free information and support from a team of friendly advisors. Refreshments are provided and our friendly volunteer advisors are well-trained and non-judgemental. There is also a confidential policy so people can speak in confidence.

Call: 01293 657070
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People with dementia, living within the Horsham area, are cared for by trained staff in a friendly and safe environment where stimulating activities are offered, providing respite to their carers. Normally meets second and fourth sundays of each month.

For more information please call Gill Reynolds on 07584 022912

The group meets at Brighton CMHT, 79 Buckingham Road, Brighton, BN1 3RG, every first Thursday of the month between 7.30pm and 9.30pm. Contact Margaret on 0845 434 9775 for more details.

If others don't seem to know how to help then come and be part of a MDF The BiPolar Organisation self help group. You will find a safe space for mutual support with others in similar situations to your own. Your experience counts if you are: a user; a carer; needing to be heard; feeling isolated; lacking in self-esteem and confidence; angry; unsure; needing information or advice; someone with ideas on self management or complementary treatment; not able to share your situation with friends or colleagues. Join in and gain more confidence, make new friends, get practical advice, get to know yourself better or learn to manage mood swings.
Please note: There are no MDF The Bipolar Organisation self-help groups in West Sussex. This Brighton group is the nearest to most of West Sussex, though there are also groups in Dorking and Guildford (Surrey) and in London. Call 08456 340 540 for details of these groups.

Call - 01403 249090
Email - middowns.crossroads@virgin.net
Website - www.middownscrossroads.org.uk
Contact - Tracey Hole (Care Manager)

Offers advice and support to carers of people with Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders. Acts as a support group for people who have a member of their family with memory problems or mental decline.

Held on the fourth Tuesday of every month between 2pm and 4pm.

For more info contact 01293 657040.

Call: 01293 657070 (meets fourth Tuesday of every month from 2pm to 3.30pm - if you would like to bring the person you care for, please let us know) 

Parking is available outside the building - we will issue permits to visitors on arrival. Members of the Support group committee (who are all volunteers) will be available to talk to you and refreshments are provided. There will be some leaflets and information for you to take away. We also have a library of books on ADHD and associated conditions which you are welcome to look at. These are available for members to borrow. There will usually be other people either with ADHD themselves or who have children with ADHD and it is often helpful to share information.

Call: 01903 267902
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The following services are available to local people, living within the area of Littlehampton to Fishersgate and Pulborough to Henfield, together with all the villages and towns in between: Advocacy; Alz Cafe; Carers Support Groups; Centre Club; Dementia Awareness Training; Information Centre; and Respite Care Service.