UNAFAM
For 60 years, UNAFAM has supported the families and friends of people living with mental health conditions and advocated for the recognition of the rights of patients and their families. A recognized public interest organization, the association has branches throughout France.
In particular, it is developing a network of grandparents and a consultation service dedicated to parents who have a mental health difficulty.
Accompagnement-parental@unafam.org
Family Helpline: 01 42 63 03 03
The Twig Break
The association works to prevent the isolation of young carers, promote equal opportunities, and support their mental health. It is based on peer support: assistance between young people who are supportive or former young carers who understand this reality and support those experiencing it today.
Brindille's break adopts a "go-to" approach by investing in the channels that young people use: Instagram and TikTok.
Brind'Ecoute: A space for individual, anonymous and free listening, as well as video exchange groups with other young carers, and a dedicated private group on Instagram for daily exchanges.
Brind'Partage: Activities for young carers adapted to their age (escape game, yoga, crafts, etc.).
Brindille Embassy: A welcoming space for listening and sharing within schools and youth centers. Any young person wishing to get involved can become a Brindille ambassador and contribute to raising awareness about young carers.
Intimagir Center
INTIMAGIR resource centers are spaces (telephone reception, reception area and/or websites, etc.) where every person with a disability , or anyone accompanying them, can find information and advice on all questions related to:
intimate, emotional, sexual life;
sexist and sexual violence;
Parental support.
Depending on the region, INTIMAGIR resource centers can take different forms.
Federation of Parents' and Educators' Schools (FNEPE)
A national network of actors supporting parenthood which aims to welcome, train and support families.
Freephone number "Hello, parents in crisis": 0 805 382 300
JADE, Young Carers Together
The association promotes the development of innovative solutions to meet the needs of young carers, regardless of the condition of the person they are caring for. It implements support programs in France to prevent the psycho-medical-social risks associated with their situation, particularly respite stays.
The Tightrope Walkers - Falret
Prevention and support service dedicated to young people under 30 years of age who have a close relative (parent, brother or sister) suffering from psychiatric disorders.
01 84 79 74 60
Support and information platform: www.jefpsy.org
Adolescent Centers
https://solidarites.gouv.fr/maisons-des-adolescents-mda
The MDAs offer comprehensive support to adolescents. They can find a listening ear, information, and be supported or referred according to their needs.
They are also aimed at parents of teenagers.
The service is free, anonymous if the teenager wishes, and parental authorization is not required.
There is a MDA / Department
Peer support spaces for parents experiencing mental health difficulties
These spaces provide opportunities to meet, outside of healthcare settings, people who are experiencing or have experienced mental health challenges that have impacted their lives. They help combat isolation and rebuild confidence.
CNIGEM https://www.cnigem.fr
Clubhouse https://www.clubhousefrance.org
The Treehouse https://www.maisonperchee.org