Below is a list of useful and helpful links.

Mental Health and general information

http://www.heron.nhs.uk
Heron provides a Health Information Team.

http.www.dh.gov.uk
The Department of Health can give information on all areas of Health.

http://www.hearing-voices.org   
Offers Information and understanding for people who her voices and for those who care for them.

http://www.library.norfolk.gov.uk  
This site gives us access to 200 Health related websites that give up to date and excellent quality Information.

http://www.shapingourlives.org.uk  
National User Network is independent user controlled organisation.

http://groups.google.co.uk/group/eastern-dc-sun
A User Network run by NIMHE (National Institute for Mental Health) for Norwich, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Essex and Hertfordshire.

http://www.1in4-forum.org  
The 1 in 4 Forum is run by the Mental Health Foundation and brings the Nation of providers and Purchasers , patients and carers together.

http://www.together-uk.org
Working for the wellbeing of the Nation.

http://www.nmhct.nhs.uk/about_us/content/pals.htm
The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is available in all NHS trusts. PALS provides:
confidential advice and support to patients, families and their carers
information on the NHS and health related matters
confidential assistance in resolving problems and concerns quickly
information on and explanations of NHS complaints procedures and how to get in touch with someone who can help. More information can be found from the Complaints policy section of the DH website (see link below) information on how you can get more involved in your own healthcare and the NHS locally (see link to Commission for Patient and Public Involvement in Health below) a focal point for feedback from patients to inform service developments an early warning system for NHS Trusts, Primary Care Trusts and Patient and Public Involvement Forums by monitoring trends and gaps in services and reporting these to the Trust Management for action. 

http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
The Citizens Advice service helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice.

http://www.mind.org.uk
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We work to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress  

http://www.rethink.org
Working together to help everyone affected by severe mental illness recover a better quality of life

www.nmhct.nhs.uk/pharmacy
Pharmacy Department - From here you can find out more about drug treatments that are prescribed for mental health needs, about the Pharmacy that provides information on this website, and a related group of pharmacy and drug-related items.

Disabilty (including mental Health Problems)

www.bbc.co.uk/ouch/about
This site is run by disabled people.

http://www.ncodp.org.uk/
The Norfolk disability community is very diverse and actively involved in many different projects and initiatives.
We are an organisation that is committed to positively changing attitudes and behaviours.
All our staff is very dedicated to promoting the rights and independence of disabled people.

http://www.ncodp.org.uk/iln9.htm
Independent Living Norfolk (ILN) is a service that provides advice and help to people considering or receiving Direct Payments in Norfolk. ILN is run by the Norfolk Coalition of Disabled People.

http://www.ncodp.org.uk/drn9.htm

Disability Rights Norfolk (DRN) is a welfare rights and advocacy service for disabled people in Norfolk, their families and carers.
We specialise in helping people at appeal tribunals (hearings) for disability benefits.
We firmly believe in empowering disabled people and their carers. A very important part of our service is advising people on how best they can help themselves.

Eating Disorders

www.edauk.com
Here you will find information and help on all aspects of eating disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and related eating disorders.

www.norfolkeda.org.uk
Norfolk EDA is a Charity, established in 1976 to provide a safe and comfortable environment for anyone in Norfolk, over 16, who suffers with the problems of anorexia, bulimia, compulsive or binge eating disorder, and related issues. Our confidential, free* services are available to all sufferers, their families, friends and professionals involved in their care.

Housing/Homelessness

http://www.julianhousing.org 
Julian Housing Support works throughout Norfolk, in partnership with Norfolk Social Services, Norfolk Health and all the major housing providers, to assist people with mental health problems lead an independent life in their community.

http://www.stmartinshousing.org.uk/
St Martins Housing Trust has a 30 year history of striving to address the needs of single homeless people in Norwich & Norfolk. We offer emergency direct access accommodation, residential care, support and personal development to enable everyone to achieve their full potential and a greater level of independence.  

http://www.stmatthewhousing.org/
St Matthew Housing provides supported accommodation for people who are either homeless or unsuitably housed. We provide resettlement support to enable residents to successfully move onto independent accommodation and outreach support to external clients who are at risk of losing their tenancies and becoming homeless.

http://www.space-east.org
Space East formerly VHG (Voluntary Hostels Group), is made up of sixty member organisations, the majority being registered charities. Most provide accommodation for single homeless people, people recovering from mental illness, women needing emergency accommodation, ex-offenders, people abusing drugs and alcohol and young people leaving care. Some provide temporary or emergency accommodation while others provide long-term supported housing. Others provide services such as housing aid, resettlement, day centre facilities or practical help for vulnerable people needing support.
The voluntary sector attempts to fill gaps left by statutory provision in the accommodation and resettlement fields and this input is recognised as essential by Probation, Social Services, and Health Services as well as Housing Authorities.

Drugs and Alcohol

http://www.norcas.org.uk/
We are an open access drug and alcohol charity operating from teams based throughout Norfolk and Suffolk. Our mission statement is 'To reduce the harm to individuals, and thereby to society at large, from the misuse of drugs and alcohol'. We are here to work with anyone experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, tranquillisers or solvents, including families and carers.

http://www.matthewproject.co.uk/
Supporting people with drug and alcohol related issues providing innovative education about the risks of drugs and alcohol empowering people to make more informed choices. Free and confidential advice to anyone affected by drugs and alcohol

Work

http://www.meridian-east.org  
Realise your potential. Norwich based, this organisation opens up the world of work to those who may otherwise be disenfranchised.

Young people

http://www.map11-25.org
The Mancroft Advice Project, better known as MAP, is an independent information, advice and counselling service for young people aged between 11 and 25. You'll find MAP informal, welcoming and entirely confidential. We're based in Norwich, but offer some services county wide. You can drop in any time between 1.30 and 5.30 pm Monday to Friday.

http://www.appropriateadult.com
Young people under the age of 17 and adults who are considered to be mentally vulnerable must have an 'Appropriate Adult'  with them when they are interviewed by the police.  An Appropriate Adult can be a family member, friend or often a volunteer or social/health care professional. Increasingly organised groups of trained volunteers carry out this very important role.
The National Appropriate Adult Network (NAAN) brings together those involved in managing schemes of volunteers or paid workers. NAAN gives advice, guidance and support to all those involved in this important work, provides information on training and standards, and works with Government and others on policy and practice issues.

Over 60s

http://www.acnorfolk.org.uk/
Age Concern Norfolk is an independent charitable organisation with over 50 years experience dedicated to promoting the well-being of all older people throughout the county of Norfolk and to help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. We have many resources and services to offer older people, their families and carers including professionals working with older people across Norfolk.

Discrimination

http://www.nnrec.org.uk
Norwich and Norfolk Racial Equality Council

Linking Websites
We would like to support all related organisations in the voluntary and Mental Health sectors and all other related bodies, so if you would like us to link to you, please let us know. We would also very much appreciate a reciprocal link on your website.