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We’re proud to be joining @NoahKahan in Manchester on his UK tour! Look out for us at @TheCoopLive on 13 August from 6.30pm. Come and have a chat or feel free to pick up some #mentalhealth and wellbeing information for yourself or a loved one 🐝
Our next online Building a Healthy Future course for long-term physical health conditions starts on 4 Nov at 12.30pm
This FREE course includes different stress and mood management skills, ways to better handle fears and worries & relaxation techniques>> buff.ly/3Ae6178
"You definitely won't feel alone anymore"
We are pleased to launch an online Mums Matter peer support group every Mon 1pm
Open to all Manchester mums with a child under 2. We will look at wellbeing tools & there will also be space for conversation
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Help us do more! This week please support #YourLocalMind by making a donation in aid of mental health services @manchestermind or why not fundraise for us?
As #LocalMindWeek draws to a close we want to thank all our followers. Please do RT our posts to help raise awareness
If you have missed any stories you can read them online & don't forget if you are struggling with your mental health we are here for you> buff.ly/4dwcGIe
"As I reflect on my journey with Manchester Mind, I am filled with hope, resilience & a deep appreciation for the organisation & its mission"
This #LocalMindWeek Ann Marie opens up about her mental health & how asking for help has transformed her life>> buff.ly/4fxvZme
We're #YourLocalMind and each year we raise our own funds to support people in the community. Help us do more! Please text "MMDONATE2024" to 70085 to donate £3 in aid of @manchestermind <3
This #LocalMindWeek we are shining a spotlight on our staff & volunteers
Elsie is our Peer Support Development Worker for young people... if you aren't sure what that means you can read all about Elsie's role as she shares a day in her life>> buff.ly/4caLVrL
"It is really important for him to understand that anger is a normal, healthy emotion & we talk about that"
Did you know we have mental health practitioners who support young people in school?
This #LocalMindWeek read about a day in the life of Nicola>> buff.ly/4ci0Y2T
"... what’s really magic is the connections they will make with other Mums. Knowing you are not alone during such a transformative time... is so important”
Charli shares her story this #LocalMindWeek as Mums Matter Coordinator & seeing the impact it has> buff.ly/4frcYSi
This week we are marking #LocalMindWeek
Did you know?
- There are over 100 local Minds across England, Wales and the Channel Islands
- Local Minds are supporting more people than ever. Our latest data shows that 623,361 people we’re supported by a local Mind
- Local Minds provided 1387 unique services last year and employed 4931 people (55% of them have lived experience)
Here at Manchester Mind our support for the local community is vast and growing.
Find out more about Local Mind Week>> buff.ly/3yEaqQ9#YourLocalMind
Throughout this weekfor #LocalMindWeek we're sharing wonderful stories from our staff & volunteers & we couldn't do what we do without our volunteers & now have these opportunities available
- Young People's Peer Support
- Allotment
- Support sessions
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“Becoming a volunteer became my anchor... it wasn’t just about filling the gap in my life, it was about discovering a new purpose"
We have many wonderful stories to share this #LocalMindWeek inc. Zoe's & her deeper connection to herself & community>> buff.ly/4fyqRy2
"I started to care about me again, I felt more valued & began building confidence, felt connected to people..."
This #LocalMindWeek read Aaron's brave & moving story about how his life has dramatically transformed since he started volunteering>> buff.ly/3yr4l9Q
“However, time after time, I see a change happen. Maybe it’s the fresh air, the movement, the good food, the wide skies, the concentration of the task or the connection to others”
This #LocalMindWeek Carolyn reflects on her move from allotment volunteer to our allotment worker..
... and her first year looking after this sanctuary where amazing things happen for those who are struggling with their mental health.
Read her story here>> buff.ly/3LV095h#LocalMindWeek#ManchesterMind
#YourLocalMind This week please support our independent mental health charity. Help us do more! Text ‘MM2024DONATE’ to 70085 to donate £3 or get in touch to fundraise @manchestermind