Guidance

Physical and mental health support for people seeking asylum

This document helps people currently applying for asylum to find support for physical or mental health needs.

Documents

Physical and mental health support available for people seeking asylum

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It can be difficult for people seeking asylum to access mainstream mental health services.

The Home Office Asylum Mental Health and Wellbeing team has created a document to help you find non-governmental organisations that offer direct or indirect mental health support. 

Published 12 March 2024