This year we turn 25. That’s 25 years of seeing many changes in mental health support for children and young people. And now, the spotlight is on young people’s mental health like never before. But if you need help, it’s still much too hard to find. When we spoke to more than 1,600 parents who’ve…
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The Safe Place scheme is aimed at any adult who may be vulnerable as a result of problems with their physical or mental health or because they have a learning disability. They may be experiencing dementia, be anxious, lost, upset or afraid. Members of the Safe Places scheme carry a scheme card and/or a Safe…
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Newcastle Support Group is a non-profit weekly mental health support group who will meet in Newcastle on a weekly basis on Wednesdays, starting on 10th January 2018. The aim of this Support Group is to offer help to those with mental health problems, including stress, anxiety and depression. As well as group support, they will…
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A partnership initiative between Tyneside and Northumberland Mind and Age UK North Tyneside What is Social Prescribing? Social prescribing is a mechanism for linking patients with sources of support within the community. These might include opportunities for arts and creativity, physical activity, learning new skills, volunteering, mutual aid, befriending and self-help, as well as support…
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The group will meet every other Thursday at – Meadow Well Connected, Waterville Road, North Shields, NE29 6BA. Refreshments will be provided. Download flyer here This group has been developed in partnership with Meadow Well Connected and Age UK North Tyneside. You can contact either Meadow Well Connected or Age UK North Tyneside for more…
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Back in April, nearly 5,000 people signed our letter to NICE*. We were asking them to change their guidance so that people leaving hospital get followed up within 48 hours. I wanted you to know that NICE have now looked at the evidence**. Sadly they decided a change isn’t needed based on the evidence we…
Read More Are you an organisation or group providing services or activities in North Tyneside? Do you provide support with health and wellbeing issues? If so, then why not register to become part of the new online SIGN Directory and promote your services and events to the people of North Tyneside? Registration is free – click here to register…
Read MoreWhat is the SAINT project? The SAINT project aims to support local people into social action who face barriers to volunteering. VODA will engage and support people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, learning difficulties, poor physical health, long term unemployment or social isolation. The purpose of the project is to empower individuals to…
Read MoreIt’s not always easy to have a conversation about your deepest feelings with your GP, someone you may hardly know, especially the first time. Many of us find it really hard to take that first step. That’s why we’ve made a short film and free guide about talking to your GP – Find The Words. We…
Read MoreHere are two simple things we have to help our stressed-out students. Will you help us spread the word? 1. Ease the pressure on students by sharing Mind’s stress-beating tips We have 14 ways to beat exam stress, submitted by Mind supporters like Rachael: “Remember, you’re not a machine. You deserve time off! Factor in…
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