Harris welcomes launch of new Wicklow mental health leaflet

Posted June 13th, 2012 in Arklow, Mental Health

Fine Gael Wicklow TD, Simon Harris has welcomed the publication of a new leaflet outlining the variety of mental health services available in Wicklow. Speaking after the launch of the leaflet in Arklow, Deputy Harris said, “I am delighted to see clear and comprehensive advice being provided to support people facing mental health challenges.”

“The leaflet provides phone numbers for mental health services throughout the county, as well as common sense advice for people concerned about their own mental health. I think it is a very promising step to see mental health issues being proactively addressed, so that people know they can look for help when they need to.”

“This is an area that is particularly important to me as a result of my work as a Convenor of the Oireachtas Cross Party Group on Mental Health. I would like to congratulate the County Wicklow Partnership and all the local organisations involved in the production of this leaflet. It is great to see the whole community coming together to talk about mental health in a positive way – this is how we break down barriers and remove the stigma that is unfortunately still associated with mental health problems.”

“Please contact my office on 01 281 3727 if you would like a copy of the leaflet.”