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Eight Bells for Mental Health @8BellsCommunity

Offering friendship, support & a listening ear. Supporting individuals & reducing loneliness & isolation. Improving physical & mental health & wellbeing.

Joined June 2020
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Huge thanks to @WestBerksFoodB for spreading festive cheer with advent calendars for our members πŸŽ„ So much joy and smiles all round! We’re also very grateful for your year-round support, from coffee and sugar to many other thoughtful gifts. It truly makes a difference πŸ’š
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Benefact Group is giving Β£120k via #MovementforGood. 120 charities will get Β£1k. Please nominate usβ€”your vote matters βœ¨πŸ‘‰πŸ—³οΈ Share to spread the word πŸ” Nominations close 15 Dec 2025 πŸ’š bit.ly/4oOZYKI #mentalhealthawareness
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πŸ’™ It’s #MHFAiderDay! We’re proud @EightBells to be part of a national movement transforming how we talk about and support mental health πŸ’šTogether, we’re making support more visible, valued & accessible #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthFirstAid #eightbellsformentalhealthnewbury
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🎭 Huge thanks @WatermillTh for donating Charley’s Aunt tickets through Theatre for All! πŸ’š Our members, who wouldn’t usually get the chance, had a wonderful evening and loved the play: β€œIt really lifted my mood and made me so happy.” #TheatreForAll
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πŸŽ„ The festive season can be tough on mental health. Stress, money worries, social pressure, or loneliness can make it all feel overwhelming. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. πŸ’š Eight Bells for Mental Health is here to listen and support you. #MentalHealthSupport
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πŸŽ‰ It’s #TrusteesWeek! πŸŽ‰ We’re celebrating our amazing Eight Bells Trustees who give their time and expertise to support mental health in West Berkshire. Our Chair says: β€œBeing a trustee has helped me grow, gain perspective, and make a real difference.” #MentalHealthSupport
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Baubles & Bubbles – Last Few Spaces! Get festive, get creative & support a great cause! Join our Bauble Decorating Workshop at The Mulberry Bush, Thatcham πŸ“… Thurs 13 Nov | ⏰ 7–9pm | πŸ’· Β£45 Includes 3 baubles prosecco/mocktail πŸ₯‚ 🎟️ Grab your spot πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/3IoF4Sr
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πŸŽ„ Send a Card, Share a Smile, Support a Cause πŸ’š Mike, a member of Eight Bells, turned his love of painting into our Christmas card! πŸ–ŒοΈβœ¨ Each card supports people facing mental health challenges in West Berkshire. πŸ’Œ Β£1 each | 5 for Β£3.50 πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/43ivgAC
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πŸ’š World Mental Health Day – 10 Oct πŸ’š At Eight Bells, we believe good mental health is a right for everyone, not just today, but every day. Let’s keep talking, checking in, and showing that mental health matters πŸ’¬πŸ’š #WorldMentalHealthDay2025 #MentalHealthMatters
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πŸŽ‰ Win up to Β£25k! Buy your Β£1 West Berkshire Lottery ticket (50p to us) & enter Oct 25 Superdraw to win an iPhone 17 Pro! bit.ly/4lDh3VX #SupportLocal #Newbury
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πŸ†˜ We need your help πŸ™ Tombola prizes wanted for our Coffee Morning πŸŽ‰ St Nics Church Hall, Thurs 9 Oct. Ideas: sweets, chocolates, bottles, toiletries, toys, gift cards, more. πŸ’š Contact coordinator@eightbellsnewbury.co.uk | 0300 102 4504 | DM us!
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πŸŽ„ Baubles & Bubbles – A festive fundraiser for Eight Bells 🎨 Decorate 3 ceramic baubles 🍾 Enjoy prosecco & good company πŸ“ The Mulberry Bush, Thatcham πŸ—“οΈ Thurs 13 Nov, 7–9pm 🎟️ Β£45 – all materials included πŸ”— bit.ly/3IoF4Sr #supportmentalhealth #newburycharity
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πŸŽ„Craft, Create & Celebrate! Join our festive bauble decorating workshop at The Mulberry Bush, Thatcham – Sat 8 Nov, 1:30–3:30pm. Decorate 3 ceramic baubles Hot drinks mince pie Fun with friends & family Β£40 – proceeds to Eight Bells for Mental Health bit.ly/3IfDrqm
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Delighted to receive two awards this weekend! 🌟 🌱 Silver Certificate from Newbury in Bloom for our Lock Island raised bed. 🀝 Grant support from Hungerford Town Council. Big thanks to all who make this possible πŸ’š
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Suicide affects 700,000 lives yearly β€” together, we can change the story. 5 Key Messages: Reach Out Words Matter Stay Safe Online Talk About Suicide Know Where to Get Help Share resources. Start the conversation. @samaritans 116123 NHS Mental Health Crisis Team: 0800 129 9999
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🚨 Emergency Alert Test – 7 Sept @ 3PM πŸ“± UK Gov will send a test alert to all phones. πŸ’‘ Let people know β€” especially elderly, anxious, or sensory-sensitive individuals who may find it distressing. #EmergencyAlert #UKAlertTest #BePrepared
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β˜” Football parents β€” we’ve got you covered! Grab one of our large umbrellas for a minimum Β£3 donation, perfect for the sidelines! Your donation will be matched by @thegoodexchange , doubling the impact. DM, call or email 0300 102 4504 coordinator@eightbellsnewbury.co.uk
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πŸŽ‰ Our members love bingo – especially with prizes! We're seeking small prize donations: 🧴 Toiletries | 🍫 Snacks | πŸ–ŠοΈ Stationery | 🎨 Colouring bits Every little helps πŸ’š πŸ“ž 0300 102 4504 πŸ“§ coordinator@eightbellsnewbury.co.uk πŸ“© DM us! #CommunitySupport
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Make a difference locally! Join us as a volunteer to support mental health sessions, fundraising, or gardening. No experience needed, just your time and kindness. Email: coordinator@eightbellsnewbury.co.uk #Volunteering #MentalHealthSupport #Newbury #Thatcham #Hungerford
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