Rural Health Partnership

The Rural Health Partnership aims to address rural health inequalities by improving the well-being of local people through the programmes it offers and working in partnership with other community, voluntary and statutory organisations.
Formally established in March 2000 our purpose is to promote within the South Armagh area the health and recovery of people experiencing mental health problems and distress by:

1. Raising awareness among the public about the needs of and help available to people experiencing mental health problems
2. Assisting and supporting their integration into social and community life
3. Providing services and other forms of support that promote opportunity, choice independence and equality, including the identification of training, work placement and employment opportunities

Our support services benefit individuals and families and the wider community in the South Armagh area who are impacted by symptoms of mental ill health. We aim to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and promote positive mental health and wellbeing. We do this via a range of activities and programmes ranging from:

• Mental Health and Well Being,
• Self-Care
• Physical Health
• Physical Activity
• Family and Childcare Support
• Skills Training & Support

We also provide a Social Prescribing service which addresses social, emotional and practical needs by connecting individuals to sources of support within their community to improve their health and well-being