Business Details
48 Years
experience
Mental Health Support Services in Glasgow
Established in 1978, Glasgow Association for Mental Health (GAMH) has dedicated over four decades to promoting mental health and wellbeing across Glasgow. Our organisation provides more than 2,000 hours of community-based support weekly, specialising in recovery-focused services for individuals experiencing mental health challenges and their carers. We operate under core values of dignity, equality, and social inclusion, delivering personalised support plans that empower individuals to regain control of their lives. Our workforce, trained through bespoke programmes and accredited qualifications, combines professional expertise with lived experience to create compassionate, effective care pathways. Recognised by the Care Inspectorate and Investors in People, we maintain rigorous quality standards while pioneering innovative approaches like user-led advocacy and mental health recovery training delivered by lived experience professionals.As a Fair Work First employer and Living Wage Foundation member, we prioritise staff development and wellbeing, ensuring sustainable, high-quality service delivery. Our partnerships with local and national agencies strengthen our capacity to address systemic barriers to mental health recovery, while our volunteer network expands community engagement opportunities. Through continuous improvement initiatives and stakeholder collaboration, we strive to create inclusive environments where individuals can thrive beyond the constraints of mental health diagnoses.
Services
Mental Health Support
Carer Support Services
Lived Experience Training
Volunteering Opportunities
Self-Directed Support
Young Carers Support
Recovery Training
Community Engagement
Advocacy Services
Housing Support
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We deliver over 40 years' experience in community-based mental health recovery programmes
- Our workforce combines professional training with lived experience of mental health issues
- We maintain Investors in People accreditation for staff development excellence
- Our services are co-designed with service users and carers through participatory frameworks
- We pioneered Scotland's first mental health advocacy service for ethnic minority communities
Associations and certifications
- Care Inspectorate
- Investors in People
- Living Wage Foundation
What people say
Excellent support
Valued part of the organisation
Training opportunities
Inclusive ethos
Able to contribute
Services
Mental Health Support
Our community-based mental health support services provide tailored assistance to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. With over 40 years' experience, we deliver recovery-focused programmes that build confidence, develop social networks, and promote independent living. Our trained professionals work collaboratively with service users to create personalised support plans that address specific needs and goals.
Carer Support Services
We offer comprehensive support for carers of individuals with mental health needs, including dedicated centres and specialist programmes. Our services help carers maintain their wellbeing while providing practical assistance through peer support networks, respite opportunities, and access to professional guidance. This holistic approach recognises the vital role carers play in the recovery process.
Lived Experience Training
Our unique training programmes combine professional expertise with lived experience of mental health recovery. Delivered by qualified trainers who have personal experience of mental health challenges, these courses provide authentic insights into mental health issues while equipping participants with practical support strategies that align with recovery principles.
Volunteering Opportunities
Our volunteer programme offers meaningful roles including befriending services and activity support. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and ongoing supervision while contributing to our mission of promoting mental wellbeing. The programme creates reciprocal benefits through social connection and community integration for both volunteers and service users.
Self-Directed Support
This service empowers individuals to control their care arrangements through flexible support options. We assist service users to make informed choices about their care delivery while maintaining quality standards. The approach prioritises personal autonomy and decision-making capacity within structured support frameworks.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer in Glasgow?
We provide community-based mental health support, carer services, self-directed support, and recovery training programmes across Glasgow.
How can I access your mental health support services?
Contact our main office at 0141 552 5592 or visit our website to discuss your support needs with our experienced team.
Do you offer mental health training for organisations?
Yes, our Lived Experience Training programme delivers mental health awareness courses for public and private sector organisations across Scotland.
What volunteering opportunities are available?
We offer befriending roles and activity support positions, with full training provided for volunteers supporting our mental health initiatives.
Are your services available to carers?
Yes, we provide dedicated carer support services including specialist centres and respite opportunities for those supporting individuals with mental health needs.
How does GAMH support mental health recovery?
We combine professional expertise with lived experience knowledge to create personalised recovery plans that build confidence and promote independent living.
