Help and Advice

We understand that you or a loved one may need help and advice if you face an issue in your personal life, or have questions about Ireland’s mental health services. The links below may help you.

Urgent Help and Support
Find out who can support, help or advise if you or someone you know needs urgent help.
Overview of Mental Health Services
Learn about mental health services in Ireland, and the critical role played by the MHC.
National Standards
National standards help mental health services provide a consistent level of quality care.
Reporting a Concern
Find out how to report a concern about a particular service.
Making a Complaint
Find out how to make a complaint
Service Users’ Involvement
Involving service users at all levels of the mental health system is a key priority.
Young People
Read our rights-based guide for young people accessing in-patient mental health services.
People with Intellectual Disabilities
Find out why person-centred care and treatment is key.
Ethnic Minorities
Read our guidance for mental health staff, produced jointly with Mental Health Reform.
Information for Patients
Find our information booklets for detained patients in your language