South West Carers 4 BPD
When: Fortnightly on Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Type of break: Support Services
Location: Online via Zoom; Bristol-based coordination
Cost: Free
Care need: Mental Health Conditions
Break for: Carers
Provided by: Rethink Mental Illness
South West Carers 4 BPD is a voluntarily led peer support group for carers supporting someone with borderline personality disorder. The group meets online twice a month via Zoom, offering a safe and friendly space to share experiences, worries, and hopes. Members benefit from mutual understanding, practical advice, and occasional input from BPD experts. The group aims to reduce isolation and raise awareness of the challenges carers face.
About Rethink Mental Illness
Rethink Mental Illness is a UK charity providing expert advice, information and support for people living with mental illness and their carers.
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