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Give yourself permission to have an imperfect Christmas
We give you permission not to have the perfect festive season! Yes, this time of year has potential. But for those…
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A reminder to be kind to your mind this festive season
The festive season isn’t always easy. For many of us, it can bring extra financial pressure, social expectations, and a…
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“Supporting people with addictions and trauma is a privilege” – Kevin reveals how his personal experiences help him support others
Today we’re pleased to introduce Kevin, one of our dedicated peer support workers in Somerset. Kevin is sharing his story…
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Grassroots groups – this is for you!
Applications for these grants are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied – we will be contacting those who…
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“I used to climb mountains”: How Richard found new meaning in life after traumatic loss
After two heart attacks, Richard* went from a life of adventure to struggling with alcohol, drug use and suicidal thoughts. With support from our housing support service Step…
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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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