Resources - Mental Health
Alzheimer’s Society
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/
Alzheimer’s Society support to those with a diagnosis of Dementia and Alzheimer’s, as well as friends, family and carers of those with a diagnosis.
01908 232 612
Addiction Recovery Community (ARC)
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/services/addictions/addiction-recovery-community-arc-milton-keynes
ARC Milton Keynes offers free, confidential addiction services for all adult Milton Keynes residents and those with a GP in Milton Keynes.
01908 250730
Arthur Ellis Mental Health
https://www.arthurellismhs.com/
Arthur Ellis Mental Health provide support, resources and guidance for those with mental health and wellbeing difficulties.
Arts for Health
https://artsforhealthmk.org.uk/
Arts for Health (Milton Keynes) uses arts and creativity to improve health and wellbeing.
01908 996 124
Milton Keynes Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/camhs/our-services/specialist-camhs/milton-keynes-camhs
Milton Keynes CAMHS provides mental and emotional health specialist services for children and young people up to 18 years old their families and carers.
01908 724228
Drugs Alcohol Family Support (DAFS)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MKFamilysupportgroup
Drug and Alcohol Family Support (DAFS) is a voluntary support group for families who have loved ones addicted to drugs and drink.
07598 346 244
Elysium Healthcare – Chadwick Lodge and Eaglestone View
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/location/chadwick-lodge-eaglestone-view/
Chadwick Lodge and Eaglestone View offer medium, low secure and acute services providing specialist treatment programmes for patients who have been detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and have a history of offending behaviour. They also offer a rehabilitation intensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) service for women with a diagnosis of Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD).
chadwicklodge@elysiumhealthcare.co.uk
01908 593 000
Early Intervention in Psychosis Team – MK
Milton Keynes Early Intervention in Psychosis Team (EIPT) provides assessment and treatment for people aged 14-65 experiencing their first episode of psychosis.
01908 725 885
The Henry Allen Trust
https://thehenryallentrust.org.uk/
The Henry Allen Trust supports families of children with cancer.
enquiries@thehenryallentrust.org.uk
01908 631377
Man Cave
https://www.themancaveuk.co.uk/
The Man Cave UK is a mental health support group focused on providing a safe and supportive space for men to openly discuss their mental health, share experiences, and seek help when needed.
lloyd@themancaveuk.co.uk / jono@themancaveuk.co.uk (Mondays)
nick@themancaveuk.co.uk / tony@themancaveuk.co.uk (Thursdays)
Milton Keynes Recovery College and Community Inclusion Service (RCCIS)
Milton Keynes Recovery College and Community Inclusion Service provides face-to-face training and workshops in a learning and development centres for people with mental health difficulties, their carers, supporters and family members and staff.
cnwl.mkrecoverycollege@nhs.net
01908 725 351
MK Talking Therapies
https://mktalkingtherapies.nhs.uk/
MK Talking Therapies is a free NHS confidential service providing psychological treatment for depression and anxiety disorders.
cnw-tr.iaptmiltonkeynes@nhs.net
01908 725 099
MK Urgent Care Team (ASTI)
https://miltonkeynesurgentcare.com/
MK Urgent Care Team provide urgent advice and treatment for illness, infections, injuries, and when your GP surgery is closed.
01908 724 365
MK Workplace Health and Wellbeing
MK Workplace Health and Wellbeing provide information to support workplaces across Milton Keynes, Bedford Borough and Central Bedfordshire to improve the health and wellbeing of employees.
public.health@milton-keynes.gov.uk
Mind BLMK
Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing.
Milton Keynes services include:
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Milton Keynes Peer Support
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Milton Keynes Bereavement by Suicide Support Service
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Milton Keynes Crisis Recovery Service
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Crisis Café Milton Keynes
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Complex Emotional Needs Peer Support Group
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Young Person’s Sanctuary Milton Keynes
mk@mind-blmk.org.uk / crisiscafe@mind-blmk.org.uk
0300 330 0648/ Crisis telephone: 01525 722 225 (5pm – 11pm)
New Start Milton Keynes (Crisis Listening, Counselling & Psychotherapy Service)
https://www.thebus-stop.org/4.html
New Start Milton Keynes provides a free drop-in service for Crisis Listening, Counselling & Psychotherapy Service. Open on Market Days or by appointment.
Located at: The BUS-STOP Central Milton Keynes, in Market Square - next to the Market, Outside Crown Walk Entrance 8.
Relate MK
Relate MK provides professional relationship support to individuals, couples, families and young people including:
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Communication difficulties
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Issues following separation or divorce
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Bereavement/loss
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Sexual problems
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Changes in the family (e.g. the arrival of a new baby, a new partner, stepchildren etc)
01908 310 010
Rethink Milton Keynes Community Support Service
Rethink Milton Keynes Community Support Service provides support to lead an independent life in the community working towards mental health recovery. It provides a range of community-based services including sessions in different locations, community-based workshops and individual working.
01908 585 085
Samaritans – Milton Keynes
https://www.samaritans.org/branches/milton-keynes/
Samaritans provide confidential emotional support to people in distress or at risk of suicide. They offer a 24/7 helpline, where trained volunteers listen without judgment, providing a safe space for individuals to express their feelings. Their services are accessible through phone, email, and online chat, aiming to reduce feelings of isolation and support mental well-being.
jo@samaritans.org / miltonkeynes@samaritans.org
0330 094 5717 (MK Branch) or 116 123 (Free number, 365 days a year, 24/7)
The Mix MK
The Mix is a drop-in service supporting emotional health and mental well-being. The Mix is a community group offering practical and emotional support to adults. They provide a safe, informal and welcoming environment. They meet every Monday between 2pm and 4:30pm at Unity Park Station (the old bus station) MK9 1LR.
07526 089 728
You Mental CIC
You Mental supports the mental health and wellbeing of people in Milton Keynes through the provision of early intervention and prevention services. They offer Education & Training, Outreach, Advocacy & Participation, and Support Services.
01908 875 755