Ann Brew

Background

About Ann Brew

Hi there! I’m currently in my last year of a Psychology degree. Through the three years of my degree I have managed to gather some experience in the care and mental health industry. I landed my first care job in March of 2020 right before the pandemic. I worked as a Bank support worker whilst studying my degree. I worked with service users with various disabilities (down’s syndrome, cerebral palsy, ADHD etc). Helping them with personal care and giving medication. In the summer of 2021, I started a Bank Mental Health Support Worker role. Working with service users with various mental health disorders and disabilities (drug induced psychosis, schizophrenia, dysphasia, brain injury, epilepsy). In December, I also was moved to the forensics department, where I cared for service users with a criminal background. Feeding, bathing, helping them with daily activities. January of 2022, I started a new position with Turning Point, alongside NHS which I’m currently working as. I work as a crisis helpline recovery worker. Where I give emotional support and advice to callers who mainly suffer with BPD, depression, anxiety, self harm and suicidal ideation. Helping them find new coping strategies, that will help manage their mental health.