Association of Mental Health Providers
@assocmhp.bsky.social
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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We're the only national membership organisation for mental health charities (VCSE sector) providing services in England & Wales. We're all about collaboration, connection, & community. Let's break the limits together & aim for better #mentalhealth for everyone.
We're the only national membership organisation for mental health charities (VCSE sector) providing services in England & Wales. We're all about collaboration, connection, & community. Let's break the limits together & aim for better #mentalhealth for everyone.
Winter can be a challenging time for people's mental health. National data shows 3 in 10 people are currently struggling, with many finding this time of year especially difficult.
Explore our support services and members networks pages: https://amhp.org.uk/
#MentalHealth #WinterWellbeing #Charity
Explore our support services and members networks pages: https://amhp.org.uk/
#MentalHealth #WinterWellbeing #Charity
January 5, 2026 at 9:55 AM
Winter can be a challenging time for people's mental health. National data shows 3 in 10 people are currently struggling, with many finding this time of year especially difficult.
Explore our support services and members networks pages: https://amhp.org.uk/
#MentalHealth #WinterWellbeing #Charity
Explore our support services and members networks pages: https://amhp.org.uk/
#MentalHealth #WinterWellbeing #Charity
✨ #HappyNewYear
This year, we’re focused on deepening collaboration, and amplifying the voice of the VCFSE #MentalHealth sector to continue to create positive change.
We look forward to working with our members, partners, and sector colleagues in the year ahead.
This year, we’re focused on deepening collaboration, and amplifying the voice of the VCFSE #MentalHealth sector to continue to create positive change.
We look forward to working with our members, partners, and sector colleagues in the year ahead.
January 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
✨ #HappyNewYear
This year, we’re focused on deepening collaboration, and amplifying the voice of the VCFSE #MentalHealth sector to continue to create positive change.
We look forward to working with our members, partners, and sector colleagues in the year ahead.
This year, we’re focused on deepening collaboration, and amplifying the voice of the VCFSE #MentalHealth sector to continue to create positive change.
We look forward to working with our members, partners, and sector colleagues in the year ahead.
🎄 Wishing everyone a peaceful and restorative #Christmas.
We know this time of year can be difficult for some. Please remember that support is available and that no one has to face these challenges alone.
We know this time of year can be difficult for some. Please remember that support is available and that no one has to face these challenges alone.
December 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🎄 Wishing everyone a peaceful and restorative #Christmas.
We know this time of year can be difficult for some. Please remember that support is available and that no one has to face these challenges alone.
We know this time of year can be difficult for some. Please remember that support is available and that no one has to face these challenges alone.
We are signing off for our Christmas break and will return on 2 January!
We know the festive season can be a difficult time for many so if you or someone you know is looking for #MentalHealth #Support, please take a look at these services: https://amhp.org.uk/resources/support-services/
We know the festive season can be a difficult time for many so if you or someone you know is looking for #MentalHealth #Support, please take a look at these services: https://amhp.org.uk/resources/support-services/
Support Services
For all emergencies, mental or physical, please call 999 for an ambulance or go straight to A&E. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, there is support available to you 24/7.
amhp.org.uk
December 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We are signing off for our Christmas break and will return on 2 January!
We know the festive season can be a difficult time for many so if you or someone you know is looking for #MentalHealth #Support, please take a look at these services: https://amhp.org.uk/resources/support-services/
We know the festive season can be a difficult time for many so if you or someone you know is looking for #MentalHealth #Support, please take a look at these services: https://amhp.org.uk/resources/support-services/
Reflecting on 2025
Our members continued to deliver vital, community-based mental health support, while their shared intelligence and evidence ensured VCFSE voices were heard nationally.
Visit our LinkedIn page to see the impact we've made this year!
Our members continued to deliver vital, community-based mental health support, while their shared intelligence and evidence ensured VCFSE voices were heard nationally.
Visit our LinkedIn page to see the impact we've made this year!
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Reflecting on 2025
Our members continued to deliver vital, community-based mental health support, while their shared intelligence and evidence ensured VCFSE voices were heard nationally.
Visit our LinkedIn page to see the impact we've made this year!
Our members continued to deliver vital, community-based mental health support, while their shared intelligence and evidence ensured VCFSE voices were heard nationally.
Visit our LinkedIn page to see the impact we've made this year!
Today marks a significant moment for mental health in England as the #MentalHealthBill receives Royal Assent.
Read our full response: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-bill-receives-royal-assent/
Read our full response: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-bill-receives-royal-assent/
December 18, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Today marks a significant moment for mental health in England as the #MentalHealthBill receives Royal Assent.
Read our full response: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-bill-receives-royal-assent/
Read our full response: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-bill-receives-royal-assent/
Our Mental Health Social Care Workforce and Census Data Dashboard uses data from our members, Skills for Care, and the census to show how labour markets shape the mental health social care workforce.
🔗 https://amhp.org.uk/our-work/mental-health-workforce-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow #SocialCare
🔗 https://amhp.org.uk/our-work/mental-health-workforce-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow #SocialCare
December 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Our Mental Health Social Care Workforce and Census Data Dashboard uses data from our members, Skills for Care, and the census to show how labour markets shape the mental health social care workforce.
🔗 https://amhp.org.uk/our-work/mental-health-workforce-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow #SocialCare
🔗 https://amhp.org.uk/our-work/mental-health-workforce-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow #SocialCare
People with mental health conditions are 2–3× more likely to smoke, contributing to up to a 20-year gap in life expectancy (@nejm.org).
Our #Report A Time to Quit shows how compassionate, evidence-based care and support in #MentalHealth settings can save lives: amhp.org.uk/a-time-to-qu...
Our #Report A Time to Quit shows how compassionate, evidence-based care and support in #MentalHealth settings can save lives: amhp.org.uk/a-time-to-qu...
A Time to Quit
People living with severe mental illness have a 15-20 year shorter life expectancy than the general population, are three times as likely to smoke, and are at a far higher risk of physical illnesses…
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December 15, 2025 at 10:09 AM
People with mental health conditions are 2–3× more likely to smoke, contributing to up to a 20-year gap in life expectancy (@nejm.org).
Our #Report A Time to Quit shows how compassionate, evidence-based care and support in #MentalHealth settings can save lives: amhp.org.uk/a-time-to-qu...
Our #Report A Time to Quit shows how compassionate, evidence-based care and support in #MentalHealth settings can save lives: amhp.org.uk/a-time-to-qu...
The WHO has published guidance designed to help governments integrate #MentalHealth and wellbeing into policies across all sectors of public life, from education and employment to climate, justice, urban planning and beyond. Read here: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240114388
Guidance on policy and strategic actions to protect and promote mental health and well-being across government sectors
Protecting and promoting mental health requires coordinated action across all sectors. This new Guidance supports governments in assessing how sector mandates, policies, and plans affect mental health, and provides practical steps to integrate mental health and well-being into the development, implementation, and evaluation of sectoral policies.
www.who.int
December 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The WHO has published guidance designed to help governments integrate #MentalHealth and wellbeing into policies across all sectors of public life, from education and employment to climate, justice, urban planning and beyond. Read here: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240114388
As the first national youth strategy in more than twenty years, Youth Matters recognises the profound challenges facing this generation and sets out a long-term vision built around relationships, community, and opportunity.
Read our full response: tinyurl.com/3mfxeta7
#YouthStrategy #MentalHealth
Read our full response: tinyurl.com/3mfxeta7
#YouthStrategy #MentalHealth
Youth Matters: Your National Youth Strategy | Association of Mental Health Providers
As the first national youth strategy in more than twenty years, Youth Matters recognises the profound challenges facing this generation and sets out a long-term vision built around relationships, comm...
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December 11, 2025 at 1:38 PM
As the first national youth strategy in more than twenty years, Youth Matters recognises the profound challenges facing this generation and sets out a long-term vision built around relationships, community, and opportunity.
Read our full response: tinyurl.com/3mfxeta7
#YouthStrategy #MentalHealth
Read our full response: tinyurl.com/3mfxeta7
#YouthStrategy #MentalHealth
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This joint delivery framework outlines how drug and alcohol services and #mentalhealth services should work together more effectively and improve service provision for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions
Co-occurring mental health and substance use: delivery framework
A framework setting out actions to improve treatment for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions through better integrated care.
www.gov.uk
December 11, 2025 at 8:22 AM
This joint delivery framework outlines how drug and alcohol services and #mentalhealth services should work together more effectively and improve service provision for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions
Is your service on our mental health sector map?
Our mapping tool helps to:
✅ Spot gaps in provision
✅ Showcase the value of VCFSE orgs
✅ Connect members, partners and policymakers
Explore the map and add your service: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-sector-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow
Our mapping tool helps to:
✅ Spot gaps in provision
✅ Showcase the value of VCFSE orgs
✅ Connect members, partners and policymakers
Explore the map and add your service: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-sector-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow
December 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Is your service on our mental health sector map?
Our mapping tool helps to:
✅ Spot gaps in provision
✅ Showcase the value of VCFSE orgs
✅ Connect members, partners and policymakers
Explore the map and add your service: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-sector-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow
Our mapping tool helps to:
✅ Spot gaps in provision
✅ Showcase the value of VCFSE orgs
✅ Connect members, partners and policymakers
Explore the map and add your service: https://amhp.org.uk/mental-health-sector-mapping/
#MHEqualityNow
The Director of Adult Social Services is a wide-ranging leadership role in local government. You are accountable for statutory duties, finances, and the wellbeing of some of the most marginalised. This @wmadass.bsky.social guide can support you: www.adass.org.uk/resources/re...
#SocialCare #Leaders
#SocialCare #Leaders
December 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
The Director of Adult Social Services is a wide-ranging leadership role in local government. You are accountable for statutory duties, finances, and the wellbeing of some of the most marginalised. This @wmadass.bsky.social guide can support you: www.adass.org.uk/resources/re...
#SocialCare #Leaders
#SocialCare #Leaders
The Royal College of Nursing has new resources to support the Employment Standards for Independent #Health & #SocialCare. They set expectations for fair pay and equitable workplace policies, and include tools to make it easy for staff/employers to use them in practice. https://tinyurl.com/mry53taa
RCN Employment Standards for Independent Health and Social Care Sectors | Publications | Royal College of Nursing
This document sets out what the RCN expects employers to deliver for the nursing workforce.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The Royal College of Nursing has new resources to support the Employment Standards for Independent #Health & #SocialCare. They set expectations for fair pay and equitable workplace policies, and include tools to make it easy for staff/employers to use them in practice. https://tinyurl.com/mry53taa
@england.nhs.uk has released guidance on capital funding for #NeighbourhoodMentalHealth Centres.
170+ centres could secure investment and this is the only capital window for the next 4 years.
#ICBs are leading the process and a high-level draft plan is due by 17 December 2025.
Please share.
170+ centres could secure investment and this is the only capital window for the next 4 years.
#ICBs are leading the process and a high-level draft plan is due by 17 December 2025.
Please share.
December 4, 2025 at 1:17 PM
@england.nhs.uk has released guidance on capital funding for #NeighbourhoodMentalHealth Centres.
170+ centres could secure investment and this is the only capital window for the next 4 years.
#ICBs are leading the process and a high-level draft plan is due by 17 December 2025.
Please share.
170+ centres could secure investment and this is the only capital window for the next 4 years.
#ICBs are leading the process and a high-level draft plan is due by 17 December 2025.
Please share.
Recent reports suggest Health Secretary Wes Streeting has ordered a clinical review of the diagnosis of mental health conditions. Read our full response on LinkedIn: tinyurl.com/yy4b3jzj
#MentalHealth #News
#MentalHealth #News
Wes Streeting orders review of mental health diagnoses as benefit claims soar | Association of Mental Health Providers
Recent reports suggest Health Secretary Wes Streeting has ordered a clinical review of the diagnosis of mental health conditions. The findings of this review will shape public understanding of mental ...
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December 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Recent reports suggest Health Secretary Wes Streeting has ordered a clinical review of the diagnosis of mental health conditions. Read our full response on LinkedIn: tinyurl.com/yy4b3jzj
#MentalHealth #News
#MentalHealth #News
Thinking about improving your health, but not sure where to start? The NHS’s #HealthyChoices Quiz can help 👇
Find out your score in 5 minutes, see where small changes could boost your health, and get personalised tips to help you get started: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz/
Find out your score in 5 minutes, see where small changes could boost your health, and get personalised tips to help you get started: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz/
December 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Thinking about improving your health, but not sure where to start? The NHS’s #HealthyChoices Quiz can help 👇
Find out your score in 5 minutes, see where small changes could boost your health, and get personalised tips to help you get started: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz/
Find out your score in 5 minutes, see where small changes could boost your health, and get personalised tips to help you get started: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz/
Yesterday's report from the Health and Social Care Committee confirms what #VCFSE #MentalHealth providers have long been telling us: fragmented services, short-term funding and deep inequalities are failing people with severe mental illness.
December 3, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Yesterday's report from the Health and Social Care Committee confirms what #VCFSE #MentalHealth providers have long been telling us: fragmented services, short-term funding and deep inequalities are failing people with severe mental illness.
Reposted by Association of Mental Health Providers
Missed our webinar on the Employment Rights Bill, with experts from @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social, @vodgmembership.bsky.social & Anthony Collins?
Recording, presentation, & links to the consultations are online
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#socialcare
Recording, presentation, & links to the consultations are online
www.careprovideralli...
#socialcare
December 2, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Missed our webinar on the Employment Rights Bill, with experts from @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social, @vodgmembership.bsky.social & Anthony Collins?
Recording, presentation, & links to the consultations are online
www.careprovideralli...
#socialcare
Recording, presentation, & links to the consultations are online
www.careprovideralli...
#socialcare
The Unhealthy State of Homelessness 2025 report by Homeless Link reveals outcomes are worsening, showing #Homelessness is both a cause and consequence of poor #Health. Read here: https://homeless.org.uk/knowledge-hub/unhealthy-state-of-homelessness-2025-findings-from-the-homeless-health-needs-audit/
December 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The Unhealthy State of Homelessness 2025 report by Homeless Link reveals outcomes are worsening, showing #Homelessness is both a cause and consequence of poor #Health. Read here: https://homeless.org.uk/knowledge-hub/unhealthy-state-of-homelessness-2025-findings-from-the-homeless-health-needs-audit/
Reposted by Association of Mental Health Providers
The Employment Rights Bill is coming – are you ready?
Join our webinar Mon 1 Dec for expert insights, practical implications, & more!
Speakers inc: @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, Anthony Collins, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social & @vodgmembership.bsky.social.
www.careprovideralli...
Join our webinar Mon 1 Dec for expert insights, practical implications, & more!
Speakers inc: @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, Anthony Collins, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social & @vodgmembership.bsky.social.
www.careprovideralli...
November 28, 2025 at 1:24 PM
The Employment Rights Bill is coming – are you ready?
Join our webinar Mon 1 Dec for expert insights, practical implications, & more!
Speakers inc: @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, Anthony Collins, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social & @vodgmembership.bsky.social.
www.careprovideralli...
Join our webinar Mon 1 Dec for expert insights, practical implications, & more!
Speakers inc: @ncfcareforum.bsky.social, Anthony Collins, @assocmhp.bsky.social, @homecareassn.bsky.social & @vodgmembership.bsky.social.
www.careprovideralli...
The Government’s plan to roll out Neighbourhood Health Centres and remove the Two Child Limit in the Autumn Budget will help many people living in poverty. But mental health and charities that support over 8 million people were not mentioned once.
https://amhp.org.uk/our-autumn-budget-2025-response/
https://amhp.org.uk/our-autumn-budget-2025-response/
November 27, 2025 at 8:30 AM
The Government’s plan to roll out Neighbourhood Health Centres and remove the Two Child Limit in the Autumn Budget will help many people living in poverty. But mental health and charities that support over 8 million people were not mentioned once.
https://amhp.org.uk/our-autumn-budget-2025-response/
https://amhp.org.uk/our-autumn-budget-2025-response/
With the #AutumnBudget out today, the stakes are high for the #VCFSE mental health sector. Charities support 8M+ people, but rising demand and limited resources are stretching services.
Find out what we're calling for: https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
Find out what we're calling for: https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
The Association’s Statement Ahead of the Autumn Budget
With the Autumn Budget approaching, The Association’s Chief Executive, Dania Hanif, has issued a powerful statement on behalf of the VCFSE sector.
amhp.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 9:01 AM
With the #AutumnBudget out today, the stakes are high for the #VCFSE mental health sector. Charities support 8M+ people, but rising demand and limited resources are stretching services.
Find out what we're calling for: https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
Find out what we're calling for: https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
Ahead of the #AutumnBudget, we’re calling for:
🔹 Long-term investment in VCFSE sector
🔹 Support and recognition for VCFSE workforce
🔹 Action on inequalities in mental health system
🔹 Investment in prevention and early help
https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
🔹 Long-term investment in VCFSE sector
🔹 Support and recognition for VCFSE workforce
🔹 Action on inequalities in mental health system
🔹 Investment in prevention and early help
https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
November 25, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Ahead of the #AutumnBudget, we’re calling for:
🔹 Long-term investment in VCFSE sector
🔹 Support and recognition for VCFSE workforce
🔹 Action on inequalities in mental health system
🔹 Investment in prevention and early help
https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
🔹 Long-term investment in VCFSE sector
🔹 Support and recognition for VCFSE workforce
🔹 Action on inequalities in mental health system
🔹 Investment in prevention and early help
https://amhp.org.uk/the-associations-statement-ahead-of-the-autumn-budget/
People in crisis deserve timely, compassionate care, and NHS staff are doing their best under huge pressure.
The government has committed to investing in mental health emergency departments in its 10 Year Plan.
Ministers must now deliver.
#MentalHealth #CrisisCare #NHS
The government has committed to investing in mental health emergency departments in its 10 Year Plan.
Ministers must now deliver.
#MentalHealth #CrisisCare #NHS
November 24, 2025 at 10:10 AM
People in crisis deserve timely, compassionate care, and NHS staff are doing their best under huge pressure.
The government has committed to investing in mental health emergency departments in its 10 Year Plan.
Ministers must now deliver.
#MentalHealth #CrisisCare #NHS
The government has committed to investing in mental health emergency departments in its 10 Year Plan.
Ministers must now deliver.
#MentalHealth #CrisisCare #NHS