Together for West Somerset
Information and advice for communities, families and professionals affected by the Minehead Bus incident
Overview
Together for West Somerset provides a digital portal offering mental health and emotional support resources for parents, carers, first responders, staff, and community members following a tragic incident.
Key services include
- Mindline Somerset for 24/7 mental health support
- The Village Agent service with local Talking Cafes for additional support
- The Minehead Eye Community Hub offering daily drop-in emotional support.
Additional helpful links and guidance on coping with trauma and bereavement are also provided to assist the community during difficult times.
Help and support
Trauma Informed Schools and Communities Sessions
“On the 20th October and 14th November, Trauma Informed Schools and Communities will be delivering sessions that explore how traumatic events within a community can effect individuals on emotional, psychological and physical levels. Click this link to sign up for the session.
West Somerset Neighbourhood Team
Connect Somerset operates on a 12 neighbourhood approach, working across geographic and professional boundaries and with communities.
The neighbourhood pages enable professionals to find out more about what’s happening in their neighbourhood and how to get involved.