Sarah was support by Adam Short, TLC Living Well Mental Health Link Worker. Through practical support to manage her own anxiety and finances, she started a journey to a good emotional wellbeing.
Sarah is a single mother of two and was referred to Living Well by Children’s Services due to experiencing suicidal thoughts. Sarah has a documented history of trauma and domestic abuse and is awaiting an ADHD assessment.
Sarah said parenting is extremely challenging, as both her children have behavioural difficulties. She struggles with anxiety, low self-esteem, and a lack of community support, so she found meetings with school and support agencies difficult. Financial issues had been adding to her sense of isolation.
I sat with Sarah and offered her practical support. I helped her identify goals that included managing anxiety and finances. We also focused on developing skills to manage her home, improve digital literacy, and access community services.”
Adam, Living Well Mental Health Link Worker
A Welfare Rights Advisor from Manchester Mind supported Sarah with debt issues and benefits, and I provided advocacy during meetings with schools, mental health services, housing providers, and liaised with her child’s GP.
To further support Sarah’s journey towards good emotional wellbeing, we’re exploring long-term support options by collecting information for a social care assessment. We’re also considering Early Help as a step-down service to continue supporting her needs.
Sarah’s story is a case study from our 24/25 Annual Report.
