Mary Seacole House is a mental health resource service set up to offer support and advice in emotional and practical matters, primarily for the black and racial minorities of Liverpool 8, however we work with all communities across Merseyside.
Mary Seacole House is a place where people with diverse social and cultural backgrounds can come together in a non-oppressive environment. Staff will offer support, advice and guidance in both practical and emotional matters.
The organisation endeavours to address the needs of culturally diverse communities within Merseyside providing a community based service, which supports black people and enables people from culturally diverse communities to challenge inappropriate practices and treatment within the mental health system.
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Services Offered
Day Services
Day Services within Mary Seacole House offer wide and varied support programs which aim to develop the confidence of black and culturally diverse communities experiencing mental health issues.
Support can be delivered on a one to one basis or within group work. Within the group sessions we offer activity based learning and development as well as leisure and relaxation sessions. We provide: - Emotional & Practical support - Advice/Consultancy service - Leisure Groups and activities - Therapeutic activities e.g. Art & Crafts - Alternative Therapies e.g. Aromatherapy, Massage and Relaxation - Women's/Men's Groups - Health and Wellbeing sessions - Training, educational and employment opportunities - Positive Progress Course for 18-26 yr olds - Positive Progress Course for over 26's - Peer Advocacy Training Programme
Fees and Payment
This is a registered charity
Services Offered To: Adults Teens
Payment: Pro-bono
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