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How can we use power correctly – Creating trust, choice and equality in mental health services
As October marks both World Mental Health Day and Black History Month, we’ve decided to focus on a topic which…
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“I learnt that being neurodivergent is not a curse, it is simply a different way of being” – Jacqui’s story
For World Mental Health Day this October we are sharing Jacqui’s uplifting story. Through her work with Lottie, her Recovery…
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“We always ask clients where they’d have gone without us – one said ‘to my grave.’”
We speak to staff from our suicide prevention services on World Suicide Prevention Day 2025. Content warning: mentions of suicidal…
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Creativity and connection: How a Craft Club led to a reduction in mental health crises
The Safe Haven Crisis & Recovery Centre is a safe space for people in acute emotional distress. Based in Weston-super-Mare…
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How to be an LGBTQIA+ ally: A workplace guide
Recovery Navigator Phoebe Horrocks is LGBTQIA+ lead for Second Step’s Community Rehabilitation service in Bristol. In this role, she proudly…
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Changing Futures Bristol publishes new impact report highlighting the programme’s successes
Changing Futures Bristol has released an impact report showcasing the successes of its innovative approach to supporting people facing multiple…
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