Navigating Services
In this presentation, Cecilia talks through how the helpline can be accessed through calling and emailing, and what support you can expect if you contact the service. They also talk through some of the information covered by the helpline, giving an overview of what treatment and support people with OCD are entitled to, and explaining how to use the treatment guidelines and disability legislation to access these.
About the Helpline
The OCD Action Helpline and Email Service is an unbiased source of information and support for people with OCD and the people in their lives. The service offers a safe and understanding space where anyone can find out more about the conditions, what can help, and how to access the right support for them. Cecilia is the helpline assistant, supporting project administration, service delivery, and volunteer supervision. They also manage information development for OCD Action, having recently updated most of the resources on our website. They have a history of working and volunteering in various roles around mental health and disability support.
This talk was recorded for the OCD Action and The BDD Foundation Joint Virtual Conference on Saturday 26th June 2021.