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Mental Health Recovery Support in Renfrewshire
Established to support recovery from mental ill health, Renfrewshire Association For Mental Health empowers individuals to build independent, fulfilled lives through a range of free, confidential services. Our organisation provides immediate crisis support, individualised care in personal homes, one-to-one counselling, and employability assistance to help people sustain employment or volunteering opportunities. We offer social, creative, therapeutic, educational, and physical activity groups while supporting families, carers, and communities through education and information. Our services operate across Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, and Ayrshire regions, focusing on community-based mental health recovery. With over two decades of experience, our team of qualified professionals delivers tailored interventions, including nationally accredited training programmes and trauma-informed practices.We prioritise accessibility, offering flexible support options and collaborating with local partners to address mental health challenges comprehensively. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our Scottish Mental Health First Aid certification and participation in national mental health initiatives. Renfrewshire Association For Mental Health actively engages communities through volunteer programmes, fundraising events, and partnerships with educational institutions and healthcare providers. We maintain transparency in operations, with clear governance structures as a registered charity and company limited by guarantee. Our approach combines professional expertise with lived experience to create inclusive, person-centred support systems that promote long-term mental wellbeing.
Services
Crisis Support
Counselling Services
Peer Support Groups
Housing Support
Employability Assistance
Trauma-Informed Training
Mental Health First Aid
Community Link Service
Physical Activity Programmes
Supported Self Care Planning
Highlights and features
- We provide free, confidential mental health support services across Renfrewshire and Ayrshire
- Our team includes qualified counsellors and Scottish Mental Health First Aid instructors
- We offer trauma-informed practice training accredited by Public Health Scotland
- Our services combine professional expertise with lived experience of mental health recovery
- We maintain partnerships with local healthcare providers and educational institutions
What people say
Free confidential services
Experienced professional staff
Community-based approach
Trauma-informed training
Flexible support options
Services
Crisis Support
Immediate mental health crisis assistance for residents aged 16+ in Renfrewshire. Our trained professionals provide confidential support through telephone and in-person interventions. Service operates during standard office hours with referral pathways for after-hours emergencies.
One-to-One Counselling
Confidential counselling sessions with qualified professionals addressing individual mental health challenges. Sessions focus on personal recovery plans and emotional wellbeing strategies. Available to residents across our service areas with flexible appointment scheduling.
Peer Support Groups
Social and therapeutic activity groups fostering mutual support among individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Activities include creative workshops, physical exercise sessions, and educational programmes promoting recovery through shared experiences.
Employability Support
Tailored assistance helping individuals gain or maintain employment and volunteering opportunities. Includes skills development, CV preparation, and workplace confidence building. Partnerships with local employers facilitate practical work experience placements.
Trauma-Informed Training
Accredited training programmes for professionals on trauma-informed practices and mental health first aid. Courses cover trauma impact, safe environments creation, and supportive intervention techniques. Delivered by qualified instructors with practical workplace applications.
Questions
What mental health services does RAMH offer?
We provide crisis support, counselling, peer groups, housing assistance, and trauma-informed training across Renfrewshire and Ayrshire regions.
Are RAMH's services free?
Yes, all our mental health recovery services are completely free and confidential for residents aged 16+ in our service areas.
How can I access RAMH's support?
Contact our Paisley office directly via phone or email to discuss your needs and arrange appropriate support options.
Does RAMH offer training programmes?
We deliver accredited mental health first aid and trauma-informed practice courses for professionals and community members.
Can I volunteer with RAMH?
Yes, we welcome volunteers who want to support mental health recovery through various roles in our community-based services.
Is RAMH a registered charity?
Yes, we are a Scottish registered charity (SC010430) and company limited by guarantee (SC141458) since 1994.
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