Mental Health Care

We believe there are still too many people currently in hospitals or institutional care settings who, with the right support structure and care, would thrive in community settings. Brook of Life Care provides specialist support and recovery services for people with complex mental health needs, supporting them to transition into their own tenancy.
Mental health problems range from the worries we all experience as part of everyday life to serious long-term conditions. Most people who experience mental health problems can get over them or learn to live with them, especially if they get help early on. Much of mental ill health is persistent and causes serious functional impairment which has lasting impact.
We specialise in providing effective, outcome based, community recovery services for people with complex mental health needs to include the following conditions;
- personality disorder
- borderline personality disorder (BPD)
- schizophrenia
- schizoaffective disorder
- obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- depression which may also include;
- eating disorder,
- bipolar disorder
- anxiety disorder such as generalised disorders
- social anxiety disorders
- panic disorder, and phobias.
Some of the signs and symptoms that can indicate that an individual is having ill mental health include;
- No interest in doing things they normally enjoy
- Feeling down or hopeless
- Has slower speech and movements or is more fidgety and restless than usual
- Feels tired or does not have much energy
- Overeating or has lost their appetite
- Sleeping more than usual or is not able to sleep
- Has trouble concentrating on everyday things, such as watching TV or reading the paper
Brook of Life Care can help
- We support our clients achieve positive outcomes by encouraging physical activity where possible such as walking, swimming and other activities.
- Assistance with light domestic duties: including tidying, vacuuming and dusting; and changing and washing bedsheets
- Help with food shopping, food preparation and cooking
- Support with eating and drinking at regular times or at mealtimes
- Washing up after meals or afternoon tea
- Support with washing, dressing, and grooming, such as help with cleaning teeth, shaving, foot care and applying creams and make-up
- Companionship, friendship, and reassurance: including support with joining in sports and leisure activities, meeting friends, developing communication skills, and community engagement
- Practical help with learning how to budget, manage bills and collect pensions
- Support with ordering prescriptions and managing medication
- Providing emotional assistance, helping with areas such as communication and social skills