mental Health support
You don’t have to face this alone. We’re here to help you build resilience, manage stress, and find practical ways to make time for yourself.
Taking care of your mental health isn’t a luxury — it’s essential, both for you and the person you care for. Let us support you in taking that first step.
Resources & Crisis Support
Information and guidance from mental health services available in Solihull, Birmingham and West Midlands.
Carers' self-soothing techniques that work — this toolkit offers fast ways to calm your mind and body when stress, anxiety, or burnout strikes.
Healthy eating made simple for every carer—fuel your body, boost your mood, and save time with meals that work around your caring role.
Take 10 minutes for a weekly check-in. A simple act of self reflection can ease stress, lift your mood, and remind you that your wellbeing matters too.
Discover how music affects mental health by boosting your mood, eases stress, and even rival medication—plus easy ways to enjoy it on any budget, anytime, anywhere.
Connect with outdoors and discover the nature on your doorstep — from birds to bugs, small moments with local wildlife can lift your mood and reduce stress.
Coping with stress as a carer starts with small steps—breathe, ask for help, and connect with others. Little by little, it makes a big difference.
Being a carer can be hard work, and you might need to take a break sometimes. We deliver a variety of activities to help you get a break from caring. We also offer a variety of workshops and training to help you in your caring role! Find out what's on using our online calendar and carer's newsletters!
What’s on
Being a carer can be hard work, and you might need to take a break sometimes. We deliver a variety of activities to help you get a break from caring. We also offer a variety of workshops and training to help you in your caring role! Find out what's on using our online calendar and carer's newsletters!
Mental Health Blogs & News
- 12 minutes |
Carers' self-soothing techniques that work — this toolkit offers fast ways to calm your mind and body when stress, anxiety, or burnout strikes.
- 8 minutes |
Discover free Kooth webinars this June, offering mental health support for young people, parents, and young carers during school transitions. Join to get advice, ask questions, and feel supported.
- 18 minutes |
Healthy eating made simple for every carer—fuel your body, boost your mood, and save time with meals that work around your caring role.
- 3 minutes |
Take 10 minutes for a weekly check-in. A simple act of self reflection can ease stress, lift your mood, and remind you that your wellbeing matters too.
- 11 minutes |
Discover how music affects mental health by boosting your mood, eases stress, and even rival medication—plus easy ways to enjoy it on any budget, anytime, anywhere.
- 5 minutes |
Connect with outdoors and discover the nature on your doorstep — from birds to bugs, small moments with local wildlife can lift your mood and reduce stress.
- 8 minutes |
Join us for Young Carers Action Day on Wednesday, 12th March 2025, to honour young carers in our communities! This year's theme, "Give Me A Break," highlights the importance of rest. Schools can join in and apply for funding for their own events. Learn how you can help support young carers!
Young Carers Action Day 2025 – Save the date!
Join us for Young Carers Action Day on Wednesday, 12th March 2025, to honour young carers in our communities! This year's theme, "Give Me A Break," highlights the importance of rest. Schools can join in and apply for funding for their own events. Learn how you can help support young carers!
- 5 minutes |
Follow our tips for carers to navigate Christmas, to help you feel the magic of the season.
- 5 minutes |
We have no vacancies at the moment. Follow us on social media @solihullcarers to stay up to date with our exciting roles!
