Business Details
48 Years
experience
Mental Health Support Services in Glasgow
Established in 1978, Glasgow Association For Mental Health (GAMH) has dedicated over four decades to promoting mental health and wellbeing across Glasgow. Our mission focuses on empowering individuals recovering from mental health challenges through community-based support, innovative services, and advocacy. With a workforce trained in social care and recovery principles, we deliver over 2,000 hours of weekly support while maintaining partnerships with stakeholders to enhance service delivery. Recognised by the Care Inspectorate and accredited with Investors in People, we prioritise fair work practices, staff development, and lived-experience-led training.Our values centre on dignity, inclusion, and personal autonomy, ensuring service users maintain control over their recovery journey. Through initiatives like the Young Adult Wellbeing Service and Carers Centres, we address diverse needs while advocating for social justice. As a Living Wage Foundation member, we combine professional expertise with compassionate support to foster resilient communities.
Services
Mental Health Support
Carer Support
Lived Experience Training
Volunteering Opportunities
Self-Directed Support
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience supporting mental health recovery in Glasgow
- Our workforce includes trained professionals and lived-experience practitioners
- We maintain Gold Standard Investors in People accreditation
- We pioneered Scotland's first mental health services for ethnic minority communities
- We offer nationally recognised self-directed support and carer services
Associations and certifications
- Care Inspectorate
- Investors in People
- Living Wage Foundation
What people say
Excellent support
Valued part of the organisation
Inclusive ethos
Training opportunities
Services
Mental Health Support
Our community-based mental health services provide tailored support for individuals recovering from mental health challenges. We offer weekly assistance through trained professionals and peer support networks. Our approach focuses on personal development, social inclusion, and building resilience to help individuals achieve their recovery goals.
Carer Support
Carers Centres provide holistic support for those caring for individuals with mental health needs. Services include emotional support, practical guidance, and wellbeing resources. We specifically address the needs of young carers through dedicated programmes designed to maintain their health and quality of life.
Lived Experience Training
Our training courses combine professional expertise with lived experience perspectives. Delivered by qualified trainers, these sessions educate organisations on mental health recovery and support strategies. The programme promotes understanding and effective practices for supporting mental wellbeing in various settings.
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteer roles include befriending isolated individuals and supporting community activities. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and ongoing supervision. The programme fosters social connections through weekly meetups and group activities designed to enhance community engagement.
Self-Directed Support
SDS allows individuals to choose their support arrangements while maintaining control over care plans. Our experienced team helps develop customised support strategies. This approach promotes independence and personal growth through flexible, choice-driven care solutions.
People
Jenny Bunting
Project Leader
Jenny leads our volunteer programme, coordinating befriending initiatives and community activities. She manages volunteer recruitment and training while ensuring quality support for participants. Her work focuses on creating inclusive opportunities for social engagement and recovery.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide community-based support, carer services, self-directed support, and lived-experience-led training programmes across Glasgow.
How can I access your services?
Contact us directly via phone or visit our website to discuss your support needs with our team.
Do you offer volunteer opportunities?
Yes, we have befriending roles and activity support positions with full training provided for volunteers.
Are your staff qualified?
Our workforce includes trained professionals with Scottish Vocational Qualifications and lived experience expertise.
How long have you operated in Glasgow?
We've provided mental health support services in Glasgow since our founding in 1978.
What accreditations do you hold?
We're registered with the Care Inspectorate and hold Investors in People accreditation, with Living Wage Foundation membership.
