The HSE has announced a new expanded partnership with Togetherall to provide free, online, peer-to-peer mental health support for young people aged 16 to 30 across Ireland. Launched by Minister for Mental Health, Mary Butler, TD, the initiative builds on the proven success of Togetherall’s work with third-level students in Ireland, which is supported by the HSE. It aims to widen access to mental health support for young people who may not otherwise engage with traditional services.

Signpost to Togetherall

It’s a safe online peer-to-peer support community dedicated to helping people aged 16 to 30 in Ireland with their mental health. The service is moderated 24/7, 365 days a year by licensed and accredited mental health professionals, who manage risk within the community.

Who can benefit from Togetherall?

• People coping with everyday challenges such as stress, loneliness, isolation or worry, through to individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.

• Those on a waiting list for treatment.

• Individuals looking for immediate support whilst engaged in treatment services.

• Those post-discharge from treatment.

• As part of relapse prevention plans.

• Those who are often reluctant to seek help or face barriers to accessing community services or treatment.

How do I encourage Self-Referral?

Commissioned by The Health Service Executive (HSE), everyone aged 16-30 in Ireland with access to the internet can use Togetherall and self-register for access.

1. Share the following web address: www.togetherall.com/ireland

2. Advise individuals to select ‘Join for free’ and ask them to input their home Eircode to begin registration. Link to press release from the launch last week – https://about.hse.ie/news/hse-partners-with-togetherall-to-expand-peer-to-peer-mental-health-support-for-young-people/