The Carers of Forensic and Correctional Patients Network is a series of monthly online meetings with family members and carers that have a loved one in the forensic and justice system.
MHCN holds these meetings in collaboration with Erika Ballance, Family & Carer Consultant, from the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network.
Carers and family members that have a loved one in the forensic and justice system face unique challenges when it comes to social and mental health issues and stigma. Carers have told us that sharing their experiences with other carers helps them to feel less alone. They have also told us that listening to other people’s experiences is also helpful, as it lets them know that they are not the only ones going through something that is both unique and difficult.
