Services you can access while you wait
The Recovery College run by South West London & St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust was the UK's first mental health recovery study and training college. It provides a range of courses and resources for patients, families, friends, carers and staff. The college aims to support people become experts in their own self-care and wellbeing. The courses are run by peer trainers (people with lived experience of mental health challenges) and mental health professionals. The courses vary in length from a single three-hour session to an eight-week course. They are delivered both online and in person. Find out more about the Recovery College and the courses it offers.
Urgent help and crisis support. If you are already a patient at our Trust, between the hours of 9am-5pm Monday to Friday we encourage you to call the mental health team that looks after you. You can find their contact details here . You can also access support from the mental health crisis line and other services here .
National Hearing Voices Network
The Hearing Voices Network raise awareness around the diversity of voices , visions and similar experiences . They aim to challenge negative stereotypes, stigma and discrimination . You can find details of local Hearing Voice Groups here.
Know who to turn to in your community
Know who to turn to in the community is our directory of local and trusted organisations, charities, and community groups that can help you in Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton and Wandsworth.
From wellbeing support groups to practical help for carers, as well advice on a range of topics, Know who to turn to in your community makes it easier for you to get the right support at the right time.
Explore the directory to connect with organisations and groups dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing in your community.
And don’t forget, you can find information about key support our Trust provides via our Urgent Help page, our advice and support page.