The age range of users is 16 and over.

WHO ARE WE?

The Caithness Mental Health Support Group is a voluntary non-profit making organization.

The group runs two centres –

one in Wick

(The Haven)

&

one in Thurso

(Stepping Stones)

AIMS

The aim of the centres is to provide a balance of activities, support

&

understanding in relaxed surroundings which will encourage

&

increase the self-confidence & self-esteem of the members.

Social, educational and leisure activities will be provided either in groups or individually.

Stepping Stones provides daily lunches for its users &

dinners on Tuesdays & Fridays, lunches are at 1.00 p.m

&

dinners are served at 4:40 p.m, on Saturday & Sunday lunch is at 1p.m.

The Haven also has a kitchen which provides a variety of

snacks, soft drinks, tea and coffee,

lunches for its users on Wednesday

from 12:30 p.m to 1:30p.m

&

on Sunday they have a cooked breakfast.

On all other days they have a pot luck

from 12:30p.m to 1:30p.m

All staff will treat information & discussions in a confidential manner.

MEMBERS

Part of the Support Group’s function is to encourage an understanding

of Mental Illness

&

the promotion of Mental Health.

We can also provide a range of information about other

organizations who can offer help.

Come along & meet us, have some refreshments

&

offer any suggestions you may have.

A strong emphasis is placed on personal choice

&

members are encouraged to participate in decision making

&

the development of the centers.

Caithness Mental Health Support Group is funded

&

recognized by the Inland Revenue as a charity.

Scottish Charity Number: SC 018142

Company Number:  SC137443