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Association of Mental Health Providers

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The only national representative body for mental health charities providing services in England and Wales. (AKA VCSE Sector / Not-for-Profit.) www.amhp.org.uk

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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 2h
More than 4.5 million calls have been made to the #NHS 111 #MentalHealth line since it launched in April 2024. In August alone, services reported 177,520 calls. Behind every one of those numbers is somebody asking for help, often at a frightening moment. Read more: lnkd.in/p/e38iWg9d
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#mentalhealth #nhs111 #mentalhealthdata #vcse | Association of Mental Health Providers
More than 4.5 million calls have been made to the NHS 111 mental health line since it launched in April 2024. In August alone, services reported 177,520 calls. Behind every one of those numbers is s...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Welsh Government's new government priorities have the potential to make a real difference to improving mental health support across Wales. Now, it's about delivering on these promises... lnkd.in/p/eGW7VNwH #Wellbeing #Policy #Wales @senedd.wales @adferiad.org
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Programme for government 2026 to 2030: New ambition for Wales | Association of Mental Health Providers
The Welsh Government's new government priorities have the potential to make a real difference to improving mental health support across Wales. Now, it's about delivering on these promises.    Commitme...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The #AutumnBudget is fast approaching, and we are calling for the Chancellor to do the right thing: protect and invest in #Charities that work hard every day to support the nation's mental health. Read our key budget priorities: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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Words read: "We've told the Chancellor to act now before more charities close their doors."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#NeighbourhoodHealth will only work if it is built around the communities it is there to serve. For people using services, that should mean getting the right support earlier, closer to home, and without having to navigate lots of disconnected parts of the system. tinyurl.com/3vhumcb8
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#neighbourhoodhealth #mentalhealth #charity | Association of Mental Health Providers
Neighbourhood health will only work if it is built around the communities it is there to serve. For people using services, that should mean getting the right support earlier, closer to home, and wit...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Behind every #MentalHealth crisis is a chance to have prevented it. That's why we support our partner Mental Health Foundation’s #SupportPreventionFirst campaign - calling on the Prime Minister to prioritise preventing poor mental health during his first 100 days in office👇 tinyurl.com/46h4nv9w
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#supportpreventionfirst #mentalhealth | Association of Mental Health Providers
Why should you Support Prevention First (SPF)? 👉 Children's mental health is worsening. A new analysis from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) shows that mental health-related ...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
These insights are vital to help shape the roll-out of the new Community Mental Health Centres set to start in Autumn. 👇 tinyurl.com/mu7abkwh #CommunityMentalHealth #Charities @england.nhs.uk
Words read: "Did you know? Neighbourhood Mental Health Centres will need long-term investment in their people (staff, partnerships and learning) so they can respond effectively to the communities they serve."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Too many wait too long for #MentalHealth care that doesn’t meet all of their needs, and staff carry the pressure. That's why @mind.org.uk's #SeeMeNow campaign sets out to transform the future of mental health services by fighting for 'same-day open access' support. www.mind.org.uk/news-campaig...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
📣 #MentalHealth #SocialCare must be central to the new National Care Service. Help ensure it supports people with mental illness to live independently and well. Upvote our call: make.org/GB/consultat... Have your say: caseycommission.co.uk/bigconversat...
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Words read: "Make sure your voice is heard."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The news this week has been devastating. Racism and discrimination have a very real human cost. Our condolences and thoughts go out to Professor Jason Arday's loved ones and all those impacted at this time.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
This summer, the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has committed his Government to repairing social care. But to fix a broken system, the Prime Minister needs the right tools and the right expertise in the room. #MentalHealth #SocialCare #Article
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
7 in 10 NHS #MentalHealth services could reduce or close some of their services due to funding cuts. This is concerning – especially when we know that demand for mental health services is rising. So what does this mean for the mental health #Charity sector? www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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Millions in England face longer waits for mental health care as NHS providers plan cuts | Association of Mental Health Providers
You might have seen the news that 7 in 10 NHS mental health services could reduce or close some of their services due to funding cuts. This is concerning – especially when we know that demand for men...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
🚨 The government has announced funding for 100 new community mental health centres and 59 dedicated mental health emergency departments. This is a critical step towards ensuring people can access support closer to home, before they reach crisis point. Our response👇 www.linkedin.com/posts/assocm...
Words read: "If neighbourhood health reform is to reduce inequalities and improve population mental health, Mental Health Social Care and the VCFSE sector must be recognised as foundational partners in design, delivery, governance and investment. Association of Mental Health Providers."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The Prime Minister is on a mission to repair the #SocialCare system. For the first time in years - maybe ever - we're seeing adult social care race up the #Policy agenda. But there is a very real risk that mental health will be forgotten along the way. We're here to make sure that doesn't happen.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
What happens when we stop avoiding our #Climate fears and start talking about them? In our new guest #Blog, counselling psychologist Martina Leeven explores a different possibility: talking openly and safely can help people feel less alone and better able to respond. amhp.org.uk/climate-cafe...
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Climate Cafés, Listening Circles, and Why We Should Engage with Our Climate Fears
Martina Leeven explores why avoiding climate fears can leave us feeling less resilient and how talking about them in safe, supportive environments can help.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
How should we measure the success of neighbourhood mental health support? Systems often focus on outputs and activity measures. But people may describe success differently... Read more: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #MentalHealth #NeighbourhoodHealth
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Neighbourhood Mental Health Centres Pilot Programme | Association of Mental Health Providers
How should we measure the success of neighbourhood mental health support? Systems often focus on outputs and activity measures. But people may describe success differently: “I feel safer.” “I feel m...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
NHS England has published a new Mental Health #PersonalisedCare Framework that sets out actions needed to deliver personalised care for adults and older people with severe mental health conditions. What does this mean for #VCSE mental health service providers? www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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NHS England » Mental health personalised care framework: the modern care programme approach | Association of Mental Health Providers
NHS England has published a new Mental Health Personalised Care Framework that sets out actions needed to deliver personalised care for adults and older people with severe mental health conditions. I...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
One of the key lessons from our Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre pilot programme report was that centres which engaged deeply with this understanding were "better able to build trust, reduce stigma, and reach people who might otherwise avoid statutory services." amhp.org.uk/neighbourhoo...
Words read: "Neighbourhood health policy must move beyond map-based definitions of community and support flexible relational models that reflect the diversity and complexity of the people they serve."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
We congratulate Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister and welcome his early focus on #MentalHealth, prevention and stronger communities. We look forward to working with the Prime Minister and his ministerial team and have set out five priorities for the months ahead: amhp.org.uk/mental-healt...
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Mental health and the new Government: building on what already works
The Association of Mental Health Providers congratulates Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister. His first speech placed prevention, stronger communities, and investment in people at the centre of…
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
The Association stands ready to work with the next Prime Minister and incoming ministerial team, drawing on the experience and expertise of our members and the communities they serve. Next week, we will set out the priorities that should guide this partnership. #MentalHealth #VCSE
Words read: "A new Prime Minister a renewed opportunity to put mental health charities at the heart of change."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Join our member @turningpoint-uk.bsky.social for an online discussion on tackling #HealthInequalities. This #Webinar will explore barriers Black men face in accessing prostate cancer information and healthcare. 📅 22 July | 3–4:30pm Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5acf16...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
We are pleased to see the Government launch a £60 million Pathways to Work Innovation Fund, supporting businesses, charities, and innovators to develop new ways of helping disabled people and those with health conditions into work. www.gov.uk/government/n... #MentalHealth #Charity #Funding
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£60 million fund launched to transform employment support
Businesses, charities and innovators are being invited to compete for a share of up to £60 million to transform how disabled people and those with health conditions are supported into work, the Govern...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
How can charities build resilience in uncertain times? We explored the impact of rising costs, inflation and global instability in our latest webinar with our partner Marr Procurement. Read key reflections on LinkedIn ⬇️ www.linkedin.com/posts/mental... #Charity #Event #Webinar
Words read: "How can charities build resilience in a changing world? Key insights from our webinar with Marr Procurement." 

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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Just 2 days to go until our webinar - don't miss out 👇
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Why are people turning to #AI for mental health support? Our latest survey suggests people aren't necessarily choosing AI over people; they're often using it because it's accessible. Read our #Blog exploring what the findings mean for the future of mental health support: amhp.org.uk/5-reasons-pe...
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5 reasons people are turning to AI for mental health support
We asked people with lived experience of mental ill-health what they really think about AI platforms and the use of AI in mental health charities.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Join our webinar on 8 July at 2:30 pm with our partner Marr Procurement on how geopolitical conflict and inflation are affecting the mental health sector, and what organisations can do to build resilience. 📅 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9fc619... #MentalHealth #Webinar #Event
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
At a time when decisions are being made about the future of health, social care and support for carers, it has never been more important that carers have their say. 👇 #Carers #StateOfCaring #Survey
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
What can #NeighbourhoodHealth learn from the communities that have been delivering support for decades? Read below to hear what our interim CEO, Dania Hanif, has to say about the expertise of the #VCFSE sector in the development of neighbourhood health: www.linkedin.com/pulse/neighb...
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Neighbourhood health and the knowledge we have too often overlooked
by Dania Hanif, Interim CEO at the Association of Mental Health Providers Neighbourhood health is nothing new There are moments in health and care policy when familiar ideas suddenly acquire new promi...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
In a new report from the @childrenscomm.bsky.social, over 1 million children were referred to mental health services last year. Many of those children were waiting for more than 2 years to get support. Read our full response here: www.linkedin.com/posts/mental... #MentalHealth #Report
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Over the past year, we co-chaired a national network of #VCFSE organisations involved in the 6 #NeighbourhoodMentalHealth Centre pilot sites alongside @england.nhs.uk supported by @mhscincubator.bsky.social. Our new paper brings together early learning from the pilots: amhp.org.uk/neighbourhoo...
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Neighbourhood Mental Health Centres Pilot Programme
Early learnings from the VCFSE sector to inform the Neighbourhood Health programme.
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climatemindsco.bsky.social @climatemindsco.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
During #LondonClimateActionWeek, our member Gale Burns will be leading a 90-minute interactive workshop (25 June) exploring how the #Climate crisis affects women and girls and how listening exchanges can strengthen and sustain our organising. Secure your spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/whats-sexi...
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What’s Sexism Got to Do with the Climate Crisis?
A workshop on how the climate crisis affects women and girls, and how listening exchanges can strengthen and sustain our organising.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Stay safe by: 💧 Drinking plenty of water 🏠 Keeping cool indoors where possible 👥 Staying connected with friends, family or support services 😴 Prioritising rest and sleep 📞 Reaching out for support if you're struggling #MentalHealth #HeatWave
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Words read: "Did you know? Hot weather can affect your mental health as well as your physical health."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Our first national picture of mental health service provision is helping decision makers in the mental health and social care sector, and mental health charities, access compelling data to help with planning, strategies, and funding. amhp.org.uk/mental-healt... #MHEqualityNow #MentalHealth #Data
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Mapping the Mental Health Sector
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
What does it mean for a young person to feel safe enough to trust someone during their hardest moments? For 20 years+, our member Muslim Youth Helpline (MYH) has provided free, confidential and faith-sensitive support for young people across the UK. 👉 myh.org.uk #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #Action
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Words read: "I have truly had an incredible experience being part of a team dedicated to creating a safe space where people feel heard and supported. While it can sometimes be emotionally challenging to listen to difficult stories, every shift leaves me reflecting on what a privilege it is that someone feels comfortable enough to trust me during their hardest moments. A helpline officer at Muslim Youth Helpline."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re highlighting the actions mental health #Charities take every day to support people. Our member, @thelisteningplace.bsky.social provides free, face-to-face support for people who feel life is no longer worth living: amhp.org.uk/the-listenin...
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The Listening Place
The Listening Place (TLP) provides free, regular, face-to-face support, by appointment, to people who feel life is no longer worth living. The team of over 850 highly trained volunteers offer 50…
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Organised by our partner, the Mental Health Foundation, this year’s theme is Action. Across England and Wales, mental health charities are providing vital support, centring lived experience, and helping people before crisis point. We’ll be sharing their impact.
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Words read: "Mental Health Awareness Week 11 to 17 May 2026."
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Better data sharing across services is essential to improving mental health support. Our #MentalHealth Social Care #Workforce Mapping Tool helps build a clearer picture of workforce pressures, demographics and regional inequalities to support better planning. 👉 amhp.org.uk/our-work/men...
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Mapping the Mental Health Workforce
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
We’re exploring how AI can be used ethically and safely in mental health charities. Now we want to hear from people with lived experience. Your insights will help shape our policy-influencing work. 📝 Take our short survey here: forms.office.com/pages/respon... #MentalHealth #AI #LivedExperience
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
🗣️ Have your say on the future of PIP The Timms Review has launched a new engagement programme, giving disabled people, carers, and organisations more ways to share their experiences. 💬 Help shape the review: www.gov.uk/government/n... #DisabilityRights #LivedExperience #Policy
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Have your say: PIP review launches engagement programme for disabled people to get involved
The Timms Review is today announcing a wider programme of evidence-gathering and public engagement, giving disabled people, Disabled People’s Organisations, carers, practitioners, clinicians, research...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Feelings about #Climate change can become overwhelming and negatively impact #Wellbeing, especially for young people. That's why supportive spaces like these are so important. 👇
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
People across England will benefit from faster and better mental health support with 8,500 additional #MentalHealth workers recruited since June 2024: www.gov.uk/government/n...
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Key target hit with 8,500 extra mental health workers in the NHS
Thousands more therapists, psychiatrists and mental health nurses are working in the health service.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Social care supports millions of people every day. But right now, the sector is too often overlooked, undervalued, and underfunded. @providersunite.bsky.social's #CareAboutCare campaign seeks to change that. Find out how you can take part. 👇 careaboutcare.org
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Care About Care
Great care helps us all live better lives. It's time the Government acted like it. It's time to care about care
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
We’re hiring an Independent Trustee! Help shape the future of mental health services, influence policy, and support better outcomes across the charity sector. No fixed deadline – apply on a rolling basis. 👉 amhp.org.uk/about-us/tru... #Trustee #MentalHealth #Charity
Words read: "Being an Independent Trustee of The Association was a wonderful experience. I learnt a huge amount about the VCSE sector from the members and was able to use that to work with the Executive to shape ways in which The Association could best serve members. It also prepared me for taking on the role of Chair, as it gave me such a grounding in the organisation itself. Steve Appleton. Independent Chair, Association of Mental Health Providers."
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Care Provider Alliance @cpa-socialcare.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Have your say! Care providers and suppliers of digital social care records are invited to share their views on what are the barriers to safe, effective information sharing. Give feedback here: imperial.eu.qualtric... #socialcare #digitalrecords
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Digital Social Care Record Interoperability in Adult Social Care
What does information sharing and interoperability look like in Adult Social Care? Perspectives of care providers and care record suppliers wanted!
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
There’s still time to apply for a proxy vote for the 7 May elections (deadline: 28 April). This means that if you can’t vote in person, someone you trust can for you. Our guide helps make voting more accessible 👇 amhp.org.uk/voting-guide... #MentalHealth #VotingRights #LocalElections
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Voting Guide for People Living with a Mental Illness
Read our guide to find out more about how people living with a mental illness can exercise their voting rights.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
We’re looking for an Independent Trustee, and applications close this Friday! Help shape the voice of 300+ mental health charities and make a real impact. Apply today: amhp.org.uk/about-us/tru... #CharityJob #MentalHealth #Trustee
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Trustee Vacancy
The Association of Mental Health Providers is seeking a committed and strategic individual to join our Board as an Independent Trustee. About Us We are a registered charity and company limited by…
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
We’ve responded to the Children and Young People’s Mental Health Inquiry, bringing together insights from our members - 300+ charities. Our submission sets out 9 key recommendations for change. Read more: amhp.org.uk/inquiry-into... #MentalHealth #Charity #Publication
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
The Government’s Renewed #WomensHealth Strategy tells us what we already know: healthcare for women is outdated and needs urgent reform. #MentalHealth and wellbeing is central to this. Read our full response : www.linkedin.com/posts/assocm...
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Renewed Women’s Health Strategy for England | Association of Mental Health Providers
The Government’s Renewed Women’s Health Strategy tells us what we already know: healthcare for women is outdated and needs urgent reform.   Mental health and wellbeing is central to this. The Strategy...
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Mental health affects everyone and collaboration is key to improving health outcomes. Our Independent Trustee role is a chance to influence change at a national level and support organisations helping millions. 🕒 8–12 days per year Apply here: amhp.org.uk/about-us/tru... #MentalHealth #Trustee
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Trustee Vacancy
The Association of Mental Health Providers is seeking a committed and strategic individual to join our Board as an Independent Trustee. About Us We are a registered charity and company limited by…
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
1.7 million people provide 50+ hours of care each week, worth £184bn a year, yet they’re often overlooked. Our mapping tool shows the number of people in different areas of England providing care. What would happen if #UnpaidCarers stopped caring? Learn more: tinyurl.com/yn35ween #MHEqualityNow
Image of a map of the United Kingdom showing the number of people providing 50 or more hours of unpaid care a week in England.
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Association of Mental Health Providers @assocmhp.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
The government has published the interim independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD, and autism. Read our full response: www.linkedin.com/posts/assocm... #MentalHealth #Neurodiversity #Report
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Independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism: interim report | Association of Mental Health Providers
The government has published the interim independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD, and autism. We welcome this as an important first step in understanding how rising need, diagnosis, an...
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