'Thriving mental health service closed'
05 September 2008
 A service for people with mental health problems in Wales is facing closure because of funding issues, reports Wales Online. Mind, in Merthyr Tydfil and the surrounding area, has provided a drop-in centre for people with mental health problems for the last 15 years.The project was introduced to provide a support network for people in the area and help them with an array of everyday administrative tasks, according to the website.Cathy Boyle, the Service Manager for Mind, told the news provider: "It is difficult to put into words the effect the closure will have on so many of our vulnerable members."She added that many people feel that mental health in the region is being overlooked.The service deals with 200 clients and has relied on funding from Comic Relief and the National Lottery. Mind is a leading mental health charity in England and Wales which aims to challenge discrimination and promote inclusion.  © Adfero Ltd
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